Welcome Friends! They say that we may have April SNOW instead of showers here in Ohio next week, but I am going to remain hopeful that signs of spring will soon emerge in my neighborhood and in my garden! I love this time of year when the world is washed in the colors of green grass and bright yellow sunshine again, so I've chosen three thematic Pinterest ideas to feature this month!  Sure.....April can be a little wet and a little muddy, so why not incorporate those topics into your instruction?!?! MAKE IT RAIN IN A CUP! Click {HERE} to see original pin from Saddle Up for Second Grade! My second grade scientists are going to love conducting this simple experiment as we begin our study of the water cycle next week!  My friend Marcy over at  Saddle Up for Second Grade  has outlined simple steps and an easy supply list that will make learning hands-on and fun at the same time! You'll find some great mentor texts that will......

Welcome Friends! February is one of my favorite months of school, because it is full of thematic and holiday celebrations!  I am linking up with Pawsitively Teaching and Inspired Owl's Corner again for the fun linky to bring you some vibrant Valentine's Day ideas! My class loved it when I read the Mercy Watson series by Kate DiCamillo aloud this fall!  Who wouldn't love a porcine wonder who eats hot, buttered popcorn and wears pink tutus, right?  I think they are going to love these pig-inspired projects this month!  Our class party is going to be  "hog-wild!"  HA! Original Pin Credit: CreativeMeInspiredYou Check out this fine swine swag!  These are just painted toilet paper tubes that are filled with Hershey kisses and folded at the top and bottom!  Original Pin Credit:   Crafty Morning I just love the heart-shaped hooves and noses on these pigs!  My students' ......