BACK TO SCHOOL
Back to school is one of the most exciting and busiest times of year in the classroom. These posts teach you how to keep things simple, streamline, and stress-free as you establish routines and expectations from the first minute your new class steps through the door.
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A Fresh Tool for Managing Think Pair Share in Your Classroom
Using the think pair share strategy can provide time for students to collaborate productively, have meaningful two-way conversations, and present their thinking in a way
3 Back-To-School Prep Projects To Crush Before You Get Your Class List
Back-To-School season always means your to-do list is a mile long and one of the most challenging things about prepping for a new school year
An Effective Morning Work Routine For Elementary Teachers
A calm and consistent morning routine in your classroom sets the tone for the day. You will notice your students are happier, more peaceful, and
Four Simple Back to School Parent Communication Tips
Focusing on parent communication during the first week of school can help you build trust in your classroom community. It can also make your entire
Five Favorite Activities for the First Day of Elementary School
Originally posted on August 2, 2015 | Updated on: July 19, 2021 Elementary students are filled with enthusiasm and powerful emotions. Harnessing those attributes in
Three Quick Tips for Social Distancing in the Classroom Library
At this point, we have no idea what school will look like come fall or exactly how we’ll need to tweak our routines and expectations
Do You Wish Your Classroom Was More Tidy?
A tidy classroom makes for more a productive learning space, but how do you maintain a tidy classroom? This post is filled with tips for getting your students genuinely involved in maintaining a tidy classroom environment each day so you as a teacher aren’t the only one working hard to maintain organization and tidiness throughout the school year.
What Happens When You Focus on Building Respect In Your Classroom
Strong classroom management is one of the critical components to making your life as a teacher more smooth and enjoyable. No matter where you fall
Free Lesson Plans for the Best First Day Ever
The first day of school brings about many butterflies for me, regardless of how many years I teach. Each August as the summer winds down,
Three Tools to Reduce Grading Time While Boosting Student Growth
When adopting workshop-style teaching and learning, you need a clear plan for how to keep students accountable without drowning in papers to grade. Many teachers
Third Grade Classroom Tour : Designed For Self-Directed Learning
This year, I decided to make some modifications to my classroom decor, and I am thrilled to share this reveal with you all. This post
How To Create A Simple Schedule Your Students Will Love
During the summer months, one of the most common discussion topics in our Third Grade Teacher Facebook Group is focused around what a daily schedule