Author: Jessica Boschen

Jessica shares her passion for teaching and education on What I Have Learned. Jessica has 16 years of elementary teaching experience and currently homeschools her two middle school boys. She enjoys scaffolding learning for students, focusing on helping our most challenging learners achieve success in all academic areas.

Reading | Social Studies

Famous People With Dyslexia: A List for Students and Teachers

When a student is struggling to read and feels like everyone else finds it easy, sometimes the most useful thing is a list. Here are some of the most recognizable…

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Social Studies

101 Famous People to Write a Biography About

Looking for famous people to write a biography about? When students are assigned a biography report or research project, choosing the right historical figure makes a real difference in how…

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Teacher Professional Practice

50 Thoughtful Teacher Appreciation Gifts for 2025

Finding the perfect gift to express gratitude towards our children’s teachers can sometimes feel daunting. These educators dedicate their days to nurturing, inspiring, and guiding our kids, often going above…

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Instructional Strategies

90 Creative Ways to Present a Project in Elementary School

When I give my students options for presenting their projects, the work they produce changes. It is more detailed, more thoughtful, and much more personal to them. That shift in…

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Seasonal

28 G-Rated Movies for School: Classroom-Safe & Teacher-Approved

Planning a classroom movie day sounds fun… until you actually try to pick a movie. Finding G-rated movies for school that are engaging, appropriate, and won’t raise eyebrows later can…

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Classroom Management

Quick Games to Play in the Classroom for Elementary

These quick classroom games are designed for those transition moments between lessons, indoor recess days, or the last 10 minutes before lunch when students need something active and purposeful. Most…

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Instructional Strategies

88 of the Funniest Jokes for Kids

As parents and teachers who love to see children smile, we know that the power of a good joke can turn a child’s disappointment into laughter. Kids love humor. They…

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Writing

100 Opinion Writing Prompts for Elementary Students

These 100 opinion writing prompts for kids are ready to use — no prep needed. They cover four categories: school life, home and family, books and games, and big questions,…

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Life Science

Food Webs Science Stations for Fifth Grade

“The Circle of Life.” It’s a common enough phrase that you and your students have probably heard it mentioned before. Simply put, it speaks to how every plant and animal—all…

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Social Studies | Winter

Teach Black History Month in Elementary School: Reading Passages, Biographies, and Classroom Activities

Black History Month is celebrated every February, but the resources below work year-round. This post brings together everything you need for a full elementary unit: a reading passage on how…

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Instructional Strategies

Think-Pair-Share: How to Use It in Your Classroom

Think-pair-share is one of the first cooperative learning strategies I teach every school year, and it is the one I come back to more than any other. The structure is…

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Classroom Management

Effective Class Meetings: Tips & Strategies for Elementary Teachers

Class meetings are a great way for teachers to build connections with their students, develop essential social skills, and establish a healthy classroom culture. Classroom meetings can significantly boost student engagement and…

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