Mathematizing the ELA Block at MEAD 2026
This post reflects on a MEAD 2026 presentation exploring how math thinking can be integrated into the ELA block through mentor texts, phonics, and storytelling.
Fun Matters: I Became A Dinosaur
I surprised my students by arriving at school as a T-Rex and learned that fun, joy, and listening to kids deepen relationships and make learning magical.
Back to School: My Journey Toward a Literacy Endorsement
This fall I’m back in class at Pima College, starting my Literacy Endorsement journey. I can’t wait to bring new, research-backed reading strategies to my first graders.
Creating a Classroom Culture of Kindness: Starting Our Day with Affirmations
Start the day with kindness! See how daily affirmations build confidence, empathy, and resilience in our classroom – and how kids begin to believe in themselves, one kind word at a time.
Helping Your Child Return to School: Routines, Readiness, and Emotional Wellness
Starting school is a big step! Help your first grader feel confident with tips on routines, name writing, counting, and emotional readiness for a strong start.
Why Every Teacher Should Say Yes to CRR’s IMPACTS Summer Institute
This summer, I served as a teacher leader at the CRR Summer Institute, an inspiring week of K–5 math learning, routines, and collaboration. Here are my reflections and why I believe every teacher should join.
We Got the Grant! Getting Fit in First Grade is Officially Funded!
We were awarded a grant to bring age-appropriate PE equipment to our first-grade students—supporting movement, teamwork, and joyful learning for all.
Exploring Nature at Camp Cooper
Join me as I visit the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning! Discover hands-on desert adventures like seed ball making, nature journaling, and bat walks, plus easy ways for families and educators to connect with nature at home and in the community.
Keep the Learning Going All Summer
Ms. Davis shares fun, practical ways families can keep young learners engaged during summer break, through reading, writing, art, science, and everyday math. A joyful guide to nurturing curiosity and confidence at home!
Tutoring Intro by Ms Davis
Ms. Davis shares what lights her up about one-on-one tutoring – tailoring each session to help students feel connected, confident, and excited about learning as they build real momentum.
Why ‘Love, Ms Davis’?
Discover the heartfelt story behind the name Love, Ms. Davis, and how one simple classroom moment turned into a lasting symbol of connection, care, and what it really means to teach with love.
