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Imagine this: You introduce an exciting new unit on Ancient Civilizations, expecting curiosity and engagement. Instead, you’re met with blank stares, distracted students, and the dreaded question—“Why do we even need to learn this?” Sound familiar? Teaching history isn’t always easy—especially when students see it as just a bunch of

Hey there, teacher bestie! Are you ready to add a little flair to your French lessons? If you’re teaching French weather vocabulary, I’ve got an idea that’s going to make your students’ learning experience magnifique (and a whole lot more fun). Whether you’re new to teaching French or a seasoned

Engaging Ways to Teach the Properties of Matter in Alberta Grade 5 Science If you’re diving into the properties of matter with your students, you’re in for a fun time (or a completely boring, horrible time, depending on the activities you choose LOL!). The Alberta Grade 5 Science curriculum asks

Are you teaching your French as a Second Language students all about French healthy snacks vocabulary terms? If so, this list of 3 tips will help you to rock your unit! Teaching French Healthy Snacks Tip 1: Incorporate The Very Hungry Caterpillar into your launching activity. Even big kids love

Are you teaching FSL 4 in Alberta this year? If so, I hope that this Alberta Grade 4 French as a Second Language year plan helps you out! Want a PDF copy of the Alberta Grade 4 French as a Second Language year plan? Click HERE to have it sent

Are you teaching FSL (French as a Second Language) this year? If so, this blog post is for you! I know these tips will help ensure that French class is where your students want to be. Which is kind of like a magic trick? Right… 1) Build in Success Everyone

Le Festival du Voyageur is one of my absolute favourite core French units! Kids love learning about French culture and history which makes this unit super fun and engaging.  Here are 8 steps to a successful Festival du Voyageur Unit! 1) Hook Them With a Video I love to show

Are you wanting to teach your French as a Second Language students about French winter sports? Wanting to add some engaging and fun activities to your “My Health and Wellbeing” core French Unit? Keep reading to learn 3 ways to teach your beginning language learners important vocabulary terms this winter!

Are you an upper elementary teacher looking for engaging ways to teach big kids about comparing and ordering numbers? This blog post outlines easy to implement strategies for teaching grade 4 and grade 5 students ways to compare large numbers. Day 1: Introduce the math concept with a PowerPoint Presentation

Orange Shirt Day is recognized on September 30 each year. In 2013, Phyllis Webstad, who attended a residential school in British Columbia, started Orange Shirt Day. On this day, Canadians wear orange shirts to demonstrate a commitment to reconciliation. It is the perfect day for discussing and learning about Canadian

Are you tired of spending hours planning out your French as a Second Language classes? Do you find it tricky to incorporate speaking, listening, reading and writing opportunities into your daily lessons? Today I am going to share my biggest secret for making core French classes a breeze! Creating a