This was not covered in teacher’s college! It seems like this may not necessitate a blog post however, things may not seem quite so clear in the middle of a smelly, projectile situation as they do...
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Gym Lessons for Substitutes
Why, why, why do they always call me to substitute for gym classes? Ok, maybe it’s because I have a Phys. Ed. Degree… Gym teachers should not be allowed to get sick! However, I want to work, so here...
Dance Lessons for Substitutes
You thought you were teaching Physical Education all day and it turns out you're teaching Dance - and, there's no lesson plans! Here are some ideas! Pulsedance.ca has a whole unit of dance lesson...
Art Lessons for Substitutes
You thought teaching art all day was going to be easy? And then there are no day plans left, and barely any materials. The glue is all dry or glued shut, the sparkles are all over the table, and...
Drama Lessons for Substitutes
A whole day of teaching drama – this should be easy! Or not. (If you are me, it is decidedly not – I’d rather teach music.) If you are teaching drama all day and the teacher did not leave any day...
5 Hallowe’en Party Games
Are you having a Hallowe'en or Harvest party in your classroom? Here are 5 easy and fun games that don't require a lot of expensive equipment. Apple Stack - players try to stack as many apples on...
Excellent Art Gallery Field Trip
Last week I took my grade 5/6 class to the Cardinal Gallery (1231 Davenport Rd., Toronto) and it was excellent! They feature photography and gave a talk about the content and process of the...
Excellent Chocolate Factory Tour!
ChocoSol Traders at 1131 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto is an excellent place to have a chocolate factory tour! I took my grade 5/6 class there yesterday. The students got to see the kitchen, factory...