To Engage Them All: Grudgeball.. a Review Game Where Kids Attack!

I have long been a huge fan of using games in the classroom. Much like sneaking broccoli into the pizza sauce, I have always felt that games were that perfect balance of teaching and engagement. When I first started, my consummate go to was Jeaopardy but..... Holy work Batman! Setting that all up was extremely time consuming. I wanted to find a way to have a quick go to game I could use with any set of questions. I came up with the solution one night while watching Survivor. 1. (This was post game so not everyone had 10.) 2. 3. 4. ****Very worn out two and three point lines. 5. I have solved some problems along the way. This game is one of those things that has spanned my career but is still loved by alI. Do you have any go to games the kids love?

Diary of a Not So Wimpy Teacher: 5 Ways to Quickly Check for Understanding A lesson is just not complete without checking for student understanding. If I do not check for understanding, I am unable to self evaluate. Was the lesson effective? What should I change in the future? I know that I need to check for understanding, but I do NOT have time to give and grade daily assessments! 1. I love this activity! Each morning, before my kids enter the room, I use an Expo marker to write a task. Name a fraction greater than one-half. Give a x9 fact with a product greater than 45. Give me an example of an adverb. Name one ingredient needed for photosynthesis. Give an example of an animal adaptation. I tell my students that they cannot give the same answer as the person before them in line. Sometimes the price of admission can just be something fun that helps me to build relationships with my students! What did you have for dinner last night? What is your favorite board game? Would you rather ride a bike or roller blade? Kids love these! 2. 3. 4. 5.