Mrs. Jones Creation Station https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/ Inspiring learning…one creation at a time Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:50:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.1 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-RED-5-32x32.png Mrs. Jones Creation Station https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/ 32 32 Classroom Wish Lists That Actually Help Teachers https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/classroom-wish-list/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/classroom-wish-list/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:10:42 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=90987 Meet the Teacher Night is one of the easiest opportunities to invite families to support your classroom. The key is making it simple. Over the years, I’ve found that two wish lists work much better than one. Each serves a different purpose, and together they make it easy for families to contribute in whatever way […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/classroom-wish-list/feed/ 0 Simple Classroom Systems That Save Time https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/simple-classroom-systems/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/simple-classroom-systems/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:24:32 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=90879 The best classroom management tool isn’t a fancy organizational bin or a complicated reward system. It’s a simple system. When learners know what to do, where to go, and how to solve small problems independently, you spend less time answering questions and more time teaching. Over the years, I found that a few intentional classroom […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/simple-classroom-systems/feed/ 0 How to Design a Classroom Layout with Purpose https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/how-to-plan-a-classroom-layout/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/how-to-plan-a-classroom-layout/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:27:44 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=90785 One of the biggest mistakes teachers make during classroom setup is decorating before planning. I’ve done it myself. I’d spend hours hanging bulletin boards and arranging furniture, only to realize my guided reading table didn’t fit or learners had to walk across the room every time they switched centers. Eventually, I learned to start with […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/how-to-plan-a-classroom-layout/feed/ 0 What I Would Prepare First for Back to School https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/what-i-would-prepare-first-for-back-to-school/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/what-i-would-prepare-first-for-back-to-school/#respond Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:20:58 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=90345 Every year, I see back-to-school checklists with dozens of tasks that teachers are expected to complete before the first day of school. The problem? Most of us do not have unlimited time. Whether you are a brand-new teacher, a veteran educator, or a homeschool parent preparing for a new year, it helps to know what […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/what-i-would-prepare-first-for-back-to-school/feed/ 0 Jesus Resurrection Lesson: Easter Story for Little Learners https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/jesus-resurrection-lesson/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/jesus-resurrection-lesson/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:04:30 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=81085 Teaching the Easter story to little learners is one of the most meaningful Bible lessons of the year. This Jesus resurrection lesson is designed specifically for preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary classrooms. It walks learners through the crucifixion, the empty tomb, and the powerful truth of Luke 24:6… He is not here; He has risen. […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/jesus-resurrection-lesson/feed/ 0 Weather Science Unit for Kindergarten and Early Elementary https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/weather-unit-for-little-learners/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/weather-unit-for-little-learners/#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:38:41 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=17168 Teaching a weather science unit in kindergarten or early elementary does not have to feel overwhelming. Weather is something learners experience every single day. That makes it the perfect science topic to explore through hands-on lessons, simple experiments, and meaningful literacy integration. This weather science unit helps you teach weather, temperature, clouds, and precipitation in […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/weather-unit-for-little-learners/feed/ 0 A PRE-WRITING ACTIVITY https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/a-pre-writing-activity/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/a-pre-writing-activity/#comments Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:14:00 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=15069 I have a special love for teaching writing. While it is definitely a challenge, it is one that I truly enjoy. When you have a balanced literacy classroom, writing becomes even more meaningful. Anytime I start a new writing unit, I open it up with a good book. That book then leads to a fun […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/a-pre-writing-activity/feed/ 2 Teaching Acts of Kindness Through Meaningful Moments https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/acts-of-kindness/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/acts-of-kindness/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 21:58:22 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=14854 Kindness isn’t always something that just happens. Sometimes we see a need and respond right away, but other times it takes intentionality and planning. That’s exactly what this Acts of Kindness Freebie helps learners do. It encourages them to think ahead about how they can show kindness to others instead of waiting for the perfect […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/acts-of-kindness/feed/ 0 Teaching Letter Recognition with the Letter A Flipbook https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/letter-aa-flipbook-freebie/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/letter-aa-flipbook-freebie/#comments Fri, 23 Jan 2026 02:27:51 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/letter-aa-flipbook-freebie/ If you’re working on letter recognition, phonics, or beginning sounds, this Letter Aa Flipbook is the perfect addition to your literacy block. Learners can trace, read, and identify words that start with A while building independence and alphabet confidence. This freebie sample gives you a hands-on look at how the full Alphabet Flipbooks pack works […]

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]]> https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/letter-aa-flipbook-freebie/feed/ 4 How to Teach Animals in Winter https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/animals-in-winter-unit/ https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/animals-in-winter-unit/#respond Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:43:59 +0000 https://mrsjonescreationstation.com/?p=71570 Teaching an animals in winter unit fits naturally into early elementary science. The challenge is not the topic. It is keeping learning focused and consistent during a busy season. Winter schedules change often. Attention spans shift. Planning time is limited. As a result, science lessons can start to feel scattered. This post walks you through […]

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