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Substitute Teacher Tips, Lesson Plans, Worksheets, and Activities


Affect vs. Effect: Simple Tricks & Examples in Sentences
Understanding the difference between affect and effect can be tricky — even for adults! But with a few helpful tips, you can master...
Apr 23 min read


38 5th Grade Writing Prompts for Essays
Helping 5th graders develop their writing skills can be an exciting journey. At this stage, students are ready to tackle more structured...
Dec 5, 20244 min read


A Handy Multiplication Chart for Kids: Numbers One to Twelve
Learning multiplication is a key math skill that builds the foundation for many future topics like fractions, algebra, and...
Oct 25, 20242 min read


Mastering Transition Words for Essays, Paragraphs, and Conclusions: 50+ Transition Examples
Transition words are essential for crafting smooth, coherent writing that flows logically from one idea to the next. Whether you're...
Oct 20, 20244 min read


Fun Morning Meeting Activity: Creating a Collaborative Drawing
Starting the day with a fun, cooperative activity can set a positive tone for your students and promote teamwork and creativity. Here’s a...
Jul 1, 20242 min read


Reading & Writing Activity Ideas for the Beginning of the School Year
Beginning of the school year activities for elementary students Welcome to our collection of engaging reading & writing classroom...
Jun 25, 20244 min read


150+ Adjectives to Describe a Person: Positive & Negative Adjectives
Positive & Negative Adjectives: Words To Describe Someone Learning to describe a person using strong adjectives is a great way to build...
May 2, 20244 min read


Fun 2nd Grade Math Activities for Substitute Teachers
Enjoy the following time filler activities and games for 2nd-grade math that require no additional supplies. 2nd Grade Math Games &...
Nov 1, 20232 min read


End-of-the-Day Classroom Games for Elementary Substitute Teachers
In this article, we'll explore six fun and screen-free end-of-day classroom games for elementary substitute teachers, enhancing the...
Nov 1, 20233 min read


Showing, Not Telling in Personal Narratives for 4th & 5th Grade
In this blog, we'll present a specialized lesson plan designed for substitute teachers, focusing on the art of "showing, not telling" in...
Nov 1, 20234 min read


8 Brain Breaks for Kids: Fun Activity Ideas for Substitute Teachers
Fun brain break activities and games for elementary substitute teachers.
May 26, 20232 min read


Lesson Plan: Phonics Fun with Short Vowels
This easy phonics lesson plan will work great for grades K-3 depending on your students level.
Feb 4, 20232 min read
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