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.
Looking for a quick fall writing activity that actually builds something meaningful in your classroom? This fall leaf craftivity helps students reflect on mistakes, practice writing skills, and build a…
Looking for a seasonal project that checks all the boxes: academic, social-emotional, and adorable? Your search ends here. This fall leaf craftivity is more than just a pretty piece of…
Teaching students that mistakes are part of learning is one of the most powerful ways to build a growth mindset in your classroom. Using simple growth mindset activities, students begin…
There’s nothing like the phrase “Earth’s spheres and systems” to make your planner feel like it’s going to explode. You know it’s in your standards. You know it’s essential. You…
You’ve got your science stations printed, prepped, and ready to roll—but now you’re asking the big question: How do I actually make this work in my classroom without running around…
The difference between inherited and learned traits is an important concept in elementary life science and NGSS 3-LS3. Inherited traits are characteristics animals are born with, passed down from their…
Looking for a hands-on Earth’s spheres card sort activity that helps your students actually understand how Earth’s systems work? This engaging Earth’s spheres sort is designed for 5th-grade classrooms and…
You’re ready to teach Earth’s systems. You’ve got the standards, the objectives, and maybe even a few Pinterest boards full of ideas. But now comes the tricky part, actually fitting…
If your students are struggling to understand two-digit subtraction—or just going through the motions without really grasping what they’re doing—then it might be time to switch things up. One of…
If you’ve ever tried explaining what are Earth’s spheres to a room full of energetic 5th graders while dodging paper airplanes and questions about Minecraft, you know that “complex” doesn’t…
Looking for fun and engaging creative writing prompts for 2nd and 3rd grade students? Whether you’re trying to inspire reluctant writers or add excitement to your writing block, this list…
Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a student take the bait when someone said something mean. Whether it’s “You have cooties!” or “You talk funny,” elementary-aged kids are constantly…
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