"The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery." - Mark Van Doren
My inquisitive third graders are always searching to reach outside their comfort zone to learn more about a world full of possibilities.
They are curious, confident, and striving to become community leaders.
The majority of my students have a variety of obstacles to overcome. They need extra care for their social, emotional, and physical needs. My class consists of a majority of ethnic and social backgrounds. Many families struggle financially. My students use their big hearts to support one another and celebrate each other's successes.
My Project
Have you ever had trouble getting along with someone? I'm sure when you think of that someone all you can think about is those negative interactions. But what if you had the opportunity to create positive memories with that person? Indoor recess is my favorite way to build new friendships and strengthen our classroom community!
By helping provide a variety of engaging recess choices, you are helping me provide my students with lots of opportunities to have a fun and socially enriching indoor recess during our long winter months here in Wisconsin!
This project helps provide puzzles, board games, and open-ended STEM activities to help my students create positive interactions together and build new friendships. Students practice manners, effective communication, teamwork, basic math skills, and strategy-based decision-making. Not only are board games educational in a multitude of ways, but they also are so much fun for all!
Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks STEM Magnet Blocks Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls,Educational Toy Gifts for Toddlers Kids Develop Children's Ability to Observe,Imagine,Practice.
• Amazon Business
$21.24
2
$42.48
Blokus Game [Amazon Exclusive]
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
Straw Constructor Building Toy 1000 Pcs for Kids Age 3-12, Stem Activities Straws and Connectors Educational Building Set, Fort Building Kit for Indoor & Outdoor, Gift for Boys and Girls Classroom
• Amazon Business
$21.98
1
$21.98
Hasbro Gaming Sorry! Parker Brothers Family Board Game for 2 to 4 Players Ages 6 and Up (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Taco vs Burrito - The Wildly Popular Surprisingly Strategic Card Game Created by a 7 Year Old - A Perfect Family-Friendly Party Game for Kids, Teens & Adults!
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Battleship With Planes Strategy Board Game For Ages 7 and Up (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? Board Game with People and Pets, The Original Guessing Game for Kids Ages 6 and Up, Includes People Cards and Pets Cards
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
MasterPieces Puzzles Collection - Hidden Image Glow Blue 4-Pack 100 Piece Jigsaw Puzzles
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game for Kids Ages 3 and Up (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Chutes and Ladders Game (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
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