After state testing activities

The days before tests are always known as the stressful days for students and teachers. It should not be. It should be fun because as simple as it might sound – children learn more when having fun and teachers become more relaxed when they see their students “getting it”. The internet is filled with...

You don't need to figure out your schedule for test prep and testing season! I've got you covered with before, during, and after ideas!

Earlier this week, I wrote about ways to get students excited about testing and mentioned my Motivational Coloring sheets as an easy activity to fill students with positive thoughts and help them relax. Continue reading to see 5 ways you can use these sheets in your room. #testing #elementarymath #teacherlife #3rdgrade

The big end of year tests are finished, but we still have several days or weeks of school left. The struggle to keep students engaged is getting tougher. Planning time is lacking. I’ve gathered some of my favorite end of year activities. These require little or no prep. They are interesting and fun

After state testing is over, it’s time to celebrate with some fun activities for students! From scavenger hunts and science experiments to art projects and field trips, there are plenty of ways to keep your students engaged and entertained. Here are 25 ideas of what to do after state testing that will help you plan a day or week full of exciting activities for your students.

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The long days of State Mandated Standardized Testing are here. Keeping kids quiet while others finish their tests can be tough! Here are 7 activities to help keep your students quiet after testing.

It’s April. Sigh. If you live in the US, you are likely experiencing testing season. Between ACT, SAT, and state exams, it seems like the entire month is taken. Kids are burned out and teachers just want to start teaching again. Students have to be quiet when they finish testing which can be a struggle ... Read more

Activities to keep 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade students engaged, motivated, and learning even after state testing is over. Includes fun ideas to integrate technology and writing into your lessons near the end of the year.

Prepare your students for state testing with these tips and ideas! Learn a variety of test taking strategies, ways to motivate your students before testing, and get some ideas on how to engage them during test prep!