Teacher Twists

resources for teachers who move

The Gingerbread Man

I love to eat gingerbread cookies!  Not just during the holidays, either. :)  My family has a cherished recipe for pepparkakar (Swedish gingerbread) that is to die for!  However...that's not what this post is about.  Sorry. I also love the story The Gingerbread Man!  It is simple and fun, with a surprise twist at the end!  Here's … [Read More...]

Lesson Plans

Dinosaurumpus!

This book is so great for classes that are getting into a rut.  I love it because boys and girls both enjoy the story, you can throw in technique as you go, and have … [Read More...]

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Harold and the Purple Crayon (Purple Crayon Books) is one of those beloved classics.  You've read it, your parents have read it, and maybe your grandparents, too! … [Read More...]

Hilda Must Be Dancing

  Book lesson plans are some of my very favorites.  There's no hanging up visual aids, you get to have a little downtime during class, and the students get … [Read More...]

Dance Games

Secret Agents

Some dear friends in college taught me this variation on The Dice Game.  It's a great way to involve boys and unwilling … [Read More...]

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