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Easy Drawing, Writing, and Reading Activities for Building Literacy Skills in K-2

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Instead of practicing drawing, writing, and reading separately, combine the activities for added learning and fun. These ideas are simple to prep, and the kids enjoy every aspect of them. Combine Drawing, Reading, and Writing for Literacy Fluency Teachers are always looking for ways to make literacy instruction more engaging, without adding more to an […]

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EOY Book Companion: “Last Day Blues Activities for Meaningful End of Year Reflection”

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

These end of year reflection activities use the book Last Day Blues to help elementary students process emotions, celebrate growth, and reflect on their school year through meaningful SEL lessons, writing prompts, crafts, and classroom discussions. End of Year Reflection Activities for the Book ‘Last Day Blues’ We all know the drill when the last […]

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End of Year Lesson Activities with A Letter from Your Teacher on the Last Day of School

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If you’re looking for meaningful end of year lesson activities that go beyond busy work, these simple read-aloud lessons and reflection ideas are the perfect way to close out the school year. End of Year Lesson Activities The end of the school year always feels a little chaotic. Students are excited for summer, emotional about […]

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30+ End of the School Year Activities for K-2 Memorable Fun

Proud to be Primary — Tue, 26 May 2026 18:58:19 +0000

Find tons of end of the school year activities for the classroom in this post. Plan the end of school with themed days, a countdown, gift ideas, games, bucket lists, and more! 30+ End of the Year Activities for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade By the end of the school year, most teachers are […]

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Teaching Canadian Symbols in the Classroom (Activities, Books, and Lessons)

Proud to be Primary — Fri, 22 May 2026 15:56:22 +0000

Canada has a rich history, a stunning landscape, and some of the most recognizable symbols in the world. This post is packed with everything primary teachers need to bring it all to life in the classroom: books, hands-on activities, symbol lessons, art projects, and more. Teaching Canadian Symbols in the Classroom You know that moment […]

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How to Teach 3-Digit Addition and Subtraction (Strategies That Actually Work)

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If you’ve been struggling to teach regrouping, these 3 digit addition and subtraction strategies will help your students build real understanding instead of just memorizing steps. Teaching 3-Digit Addition and Subtraction Teaching 3 digit addition and subtraction strategies can feel like one of those units that should be straightforward… but somehow isn’t. You model regrouping, […]

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11+ Frog Life Cycle Activities & Lesson Ideas for Grades 1–3

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 04 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

You’ve got a science standard to hit, a writing block to fill, and about forty-five minutes to make it all work. Sound familiar? A good frog unit might be the answer you didn’t know you were looking for. Hop Into Learning With Frog Activities for Kids Picture this: it’s a Tuesday morning, your class is […]

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Growth Mindset Activities for Elementary Students: Stop Hearing “I Can’t!”

Proud to be Primary — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:53:16 +0000

Whether you’re teaching K-2 or 3-5, you’ll find a wealth of information and resources for teaching growth mindset here. Try these growth mindset activities for elementary students today! Growth Mindset Activities for Elementary Students Teaching the actual content is only part of the job. The harder part? Getting kids not to shut down the second […]

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Math Books for Kids: The Best Picture Books to Teach Math Concepts (K–2)

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:16:47 +0000

The ULTIMATE GUIDE to the BEST math books for kids in primary grades, K-2. Includes a FREE printable book guide you can download and use. Teachers are always looking for ways to make math more engaging, and one of the most powerful (and overlooked) tools is a great math picture book. The right math books […]

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Top Math Websites for Kids: Fun, Engaging, and Educational

Proud to be Primary — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:06:17 +0000

Finding math websites kids actually want to use just got a whole lot easier. Get the full breakdown of the best free and paid options for kindergarten, first grade, and second grade, sorted by category so you can find exactly what you need in seconds. Best Math Websites for Kids Math practice shouldn’t mean a […]

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