Teaching Literature Skills in Kindergarten
This blog post focuses on teaching Kindergarten literature skills. These skills are key for students to master as they begin to think critically about different
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Teaching Nonfiction Skills in Kindergarten
This blog post focuses on teaching Kindergarten informational text skills. Informational text is nonfiction and allows students to learn more about types of text, asking
Teaching Students to Listen to Each Other
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
Tips to Maximize Your Teaching Time
As teachers, there seems to always be a to-do list a mile long. Whether it is during the school day with our students or after
5 Tips to Help You Prep for Back to School
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
How to Use Student Jobs in the Classroom
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,
How to Create a Welcoming Environment
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
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.
The Benefits of Using Lexile
This blog post focuses on the many benefits of the Lexile Framework for Reading. Lexile reading scores can be used for grades Kindergarten and up.
Tips for Using Google Classroom
Are you new to distance learning? Does it feel like these changes are throwing you for a loop? Could you be looking for tips for
Staying Healthy in the Classroom
Whether it’s flu season, allergy season, cold season, or as of 2020 COVID19 season… staying healthy in the classroom is extremely important. I’m going to
6 Activities to Do Your First Week Back After Break
The first week back after winter break can be tough for both the students and the teacher. This is because the kiddos well-rested, but out
