Author page: Primary Paradise

Reading

Children’s Books the World Needs Right Now

Readers are leaders. This simple phrase is one of my favorites. It’s also something my students and own children probably get sick of hearing, but it’s the truth. In our classrooms, and in our homes, it’s important that we’re providing the children in our lives with quality books. That why, when Ethicool Books reached out and offered to send me…

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Holidays

Easy and Kid Friendly Recycled Jar Lid Christmas Ornament

If you’re looking for an easy, zero waste, kid friendly, and did I say EASY Christmas ornament craft, look no further! This jar lid ornament is simple to create. It will look great on your tree, and is a handmade ornament you’ll cherish for years. Plus, you can create it using things you likely already have! First, you’ll need to…

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Math, Misc., Reading, Writing

25+ Simple Home Learning Activities for Pre-K to First Grade

Keeping kids busy at home can be challenging, especially if you want to ensure that they’re continuing to learn as well. Here are some simple activities that you can do at home with your little ones. Hands on Alphabet Ideas If you’d like to practice the alphabet with your little ones, you can easily use items around your house like…

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New Teacher Tips

How to Navigate Teaching in an Instagram World

#realteachertalk teacher friends. In a world where filtered, perfect images of teachers in perfectly organized classroom seems to be the norm, being a good teacher can feel impossible. Even though we all “know” that those perfect pictures are well cropped and well staged, teaching today, especially as a new teacher, can be super overwhelming. Here are some of my favorite…

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