Less prep. More “aha!” moments.
Classroom-tested math centers, literacy activities, and sub plans from my second-grade room to yours.
Hi, I’m Ms. Lindell!
I teach second grade in a sunny classroom full of curious kids and too many glue sticks. I’ve been teaching for over a decade, and I love making routines that save time and keep kids learning. Here I share what works in my room, plus the resources I make along the way. Pour a coffee and stay a while!
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My Go-To Low-Prep Sub Plan Trick
Sick days happen. A “grab-and-go” sub tub means I can rest instead of writing plans at midnight. Here’s what goes inside mine.
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Pumpkin Math: Our Favorite Hands-On Halloween Activity
Measure it, weigh it, count the seeds! Pumpkin math is messy, memorable, and packed with real skills. Here’s how I run it without losing my mind.
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The Read-Aloud Strategy That Got My Quiet Kids Talking
A simple “stop, think, turn” routine turned our read-aloud time from passive listening into real conversation, even for my shyest readers.
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My Fall Math Centers Routine (That Actually Runs Itself)
Five centers, one rotation chart, and zero chaos. Here’s how I set up fall math centers so I can work with small groups while everyone else stays busy.