Social emotional learning skills help our students not only thrive in the classroom, but in their daily lives as well. These skills might not always be in the curriculum, but we absolutely have to spend time daily on these crucial abilities. Helping students have a growth mindset is one of the most important social and emotional skills out there and… Read More
Team building is such a fun way to get your class acquainted with each other, while learning to work together. Incorporating these types of activities can enhance your classroom community for the entire YEAR! There are SO many important skills wrapped into team building such as collaboration, effective communication, and learning how to respect one another. With new restrictions in… Read More
Center time is designed to be a sacred time in the classroom. It is a time where students can have productive struggle time, learn with differentiated materials, and probably my favorite reason… a time where YOU can be in small group settings to facilitate more individualized learning with students. This time can either be a dream OR a total nightmare…. Read More
When you close your eyes and envision your ideal classroom… What does it look and sound like during your writing block? Now think about what you actually see on a daily basis with your students. When you visualize your classroom full of writers, is it what you envisioned? What if I told you that you could create a writing environment… Read More
What first year teacher doesn’t need some great tips to survive the school year? I’d say a good hack is way more valuable than all the Target Spot back to school goodies in stock right now! I’m sure all the adorable ‘school is in session’ decor and bins are calling your name and reminding you that summer’s end inches nearer… Read More
A student centered classroom allows you to create an environment where the support and achievement is high and the class practically runs itself. Think it sounds too good to be true? It’s not! And I want YOU to experience the amazing, beautiful way your classroom should be designed – and that’s centered around your students! You all will benefit greatly… Read More
