5 Reasons Why You Should Offer Early Finisher Activities
We have all been faced with the disruptive series of events that occurs when a student raises their hand and says, “I’m done. What do
We have all been faced with the disruptive series of events that occurs when a student raises their hand and says, “I’m done. What do
Getting back into the groove is hard, especially when it comes to a classroom full of elementary students who have had the last couple of
It’s almost time for Thanksgiving! This means some of us will be planning a class Thanksgiving Celebration. Those days before your Thanksgiving break can be
Back to School is here! The first few days back will be jam-packed with routines and procedures, but this is also an important time for
When planning for a Standards-Based Reading Block, you have a lot to consider. Firstly, you have to think about the domains. There are six ELA
Today’s blog focuses on teaching students how to be respectful listeners and speakers. Speaking and listening skills are important life skills, but also address key
I recently surveyed a group of teachers. And I asked them one question: “What is one thing you can do now/over the summer to help
Classroom jobs are great to have, but they do require some planning and thought, especially if you want them to be more than just fun,
One of the most important and enjoyable jobs that we have as teachers is to create a welcoming classroom environment. Students learn best when they
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.
Imagine a Halloween party in your classroom that was very well-planned, very well-managed, and very well-stocked. That’s my intention today! I’m going to help you
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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