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What Distance Learning Can Teach Us

Hello teachers. These crazy times have challenged all of us and have definitely changed the way we teach! Distance learning has become our new normal.

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Back from Winter Break Activities 5 Fun Things to Do the First Week

The first week back from winter break can be tough for both the students and the teacher. Even though the kiddos are well-rested, they are

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12 Amazing Classroom Halloween Party Ideas, Snacks, Games, and Planning

Imagine a classroom Halloween party that was very well-planned, very well-managed, and very well-stocked… That’s my intention today! I’ve gathered up Halloween classroom party ideas

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Teaching Growth Mindset in Your Elementary Classroom

There is a lot of talk about growth mindset in the last few years. It’s a great practice to use as an adult, but also

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Prevent the Summer Slide with 3 Effective Strategies

If you’ve ever had students come back in the fall and feel like they’ve forgotten everything from the previous grade, you’re not alone. The dreaded

Classroom Halloween Party Ideas

This year, Halloween falls on the weekend. We can all relax and enjoy a HUGE sigh of relief. However, the day before Halloween can still

Behavior Management Ideas

For all the different teachers out there, there are as many different behavior management ideas. There is no one magical answer to mastering student behaviors. Some teachers