Samantha Cleaver

Philadelphia

Contributor at We Are Teachers

Teacher, Writer, Instructional Coach Immersed in Education

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Articles

Mandala Coloring Pages - Free Download

2 weeks ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

A mandala is a geometric design that has its roots in various spiritual traditions. Working on a mandala, either creating or coloring one, helps with focus and concentration and creativity. In the classroom, mandalas are a great option and can help students: Reduce anxiety: The repetitive nature of coloring the design can help focus students on the task at hand, not future tasks or worries.
Bug and Insect Coloring Pages

3 weeks ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Insects are a regular spring topic, so itâ€™s helpful to have a few worksheets on hand for projects or general coloring. Coloring sheets are a great way to add an illustration to a unit, strengthen kidsâ€™ fine motor skills, and add their knowledge to creating the perfect caterpillar, moth, or ants.
Free Summer Bucket List Printables

1 month ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

When it’s time to send students off for summer break, completing a bucket list can help them focus on what’s important to them this summer. It can also provide a way for parents to fill summer days as well as support students with some academic and enrichment activities. After all, summer learning loss is real, so it’s important for kids to have a range of experiences during the summer months. Reading is important, as are experiences that build background knowledge.
Free Printable Field Day Scorecards

2 months ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Field day is a great way to bring the school year to a close. Itâ€™s fun, outdoors, will engage parent volunteers, and it requires minimal setup.
21 Best Writing Careers in 2025

2 months ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Jobs for students who love to write donâ€™t have to be limited to journalist or author. While those are great writing careers (more info on them below), there are many ways for students to go into careers that allow them to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) and have their ideas heard.Â The salary range for writers is wide, ranging from $40,914 per year to $148,000, according to Franklin University.
Free Teacher Appreciation Posters

2 months ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Hanging teacher appreciation posters with these inspiring quotes in your classroom is about more than energizing you throughout the day, it’s also a way to communicate what is important about your profession to students, parents, and anyone else who enters your classroom. Click the button below to receive your poster bundle!How To Use Your Teacher Appreciation PostersOur free set of printable posters is great for classroom walls, school hallways, teacher lounges, or bulletin boards.
Free Printable Earth Day Poster Bundle

2 months ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Celebrate the Earth on Earth Day, April 22, or all year long, with our free printable Earth Day poster bundle. Each of the five posters includes a quote from a famous activist with a message that students can use for reflection. Plus, the postersâ€™ messages serve as reminders about why students are learning about life cycles, nature, seasons, and more.Â What is Earth Day? Earth Day is a day for awareness, education, and celebration of the Earth and its environment.
46 Books About Trees To Deepen Your Connection With Nature

2 months ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Trees are an interesting—and evergreen—topic for read-alouds. Books about trees teach students about environmental science topics, like how trees change with the seasons, how trees support habitats, and how trees communicate with each other. There are books about trees that teach about resilience, growth, family, and friendship. And there are books about all different kinds of trees, from apple trees to upside-down trees.
Free Printable Mask Templates for Characters, Animals, and More

2 months ago | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Masks can be a fun way for students to create book characters for read aloud or retelling, create their own characters to go along with stories they’ve written, or decorate to celebrate an upcoming event. These mask templates have everything you need to inspire students. Print them on cardstock to create a firmer work surface for students to create a mask that they can take home with them. Go even farther and laminate masks to use year after year.
Free Tree Template Printable Bundle

Feb 25, 2025 | weareteachers.com | Samantha Cleaver

Trees are a topic you can study year-round. From how trees help animals during winter to how nature changes throughout the year, trees are an evergreen topic for the classroom. Trees also inspire fiction writing, poetry, and art. The best way to learn about trees is through hands-on activities. Use these tree templates to incorporate some leafy green into writing, science, art, and more. Grab the full Tree Template bundle by filling out the form on this page.