When I first learned about this idea of "classroom transformations," I was weary. They seemed expensive, complicated, and prep-intensive...but I also read and heard so much about how engaging they were! I contemplated the idea for a long time. I knew that if I was ever going to try a classroom transformation, it would need to be cheap and simple, but meaningful. I also knew that I wanted any transformation happening in my classroom to be directly connected to my curriculum and not just a transformation for the sake of it.
I tested out a few classroom transformations last year and, despite my initial reservations, I loved them! I was amazed at how much some minor tweaks to our classroom and a prop here or there could increase my students' engagement. I definitely went a little over-the-top with prep time in some of last year's transformations, so reducing prep time has been my goal in planning transformations this year. Well, our first classroom transformation of the school year was a huge success, so I wanted to share it with you!
I tested out a few classroom transformations last year and, despite my initial reservations, I loved them! I was amazed at how much some minor tweaks to our classroom and a prop here or there could increase my students' engagement. I definitely went a little over-the-top with prep time in some of last year's transformations, so reducing prep time has been my goal in planning transformations this year. Well, our first classroom transformation of the school year was a huge success, so I wanted to share it with you!
