Is it just me or does the thought of organizing and setting up centers completely overwhelm you too? Well I’m here to say, no more worry and anxiety over how to efficiently set up and organize centers! By the time we’re done, you’re going to walk away with so many tricks, tips, and tools that will help you completely set… Read More
We’ve all experienced it. The infamous scene where the teacher, aka us, is giving great directions and is excited to send the students off to complete their tasks. But your students aren’t independent learners yet. So naturally, after instructions are given, you have a lot of confused stares and questions about what to do. Palm to the face, am I… Read More
Community is a cornerstone of the classroom. You want your students to know immediately that you will be part of a class family that is safe, supportive, and welcoming. I have so many favorite ways to build a strong community starting from day one so be sure to save this post to refer to whenever you need it! Why is… Read More
Parent engagement is one of the most crucial pieces of the puzzle when it comes to student success. However, it does take a bit to get in the groove when it comes to fostering that awesome parental involvement. Sometimes it can feel like it’s easier said than done when it comes to establishing great family relationships. If you can relate,… Read More
Do you get all giddy when it’s time to buy new school supplies too?! There’s just something about being a teacher surrounded by pencils, pens, and post its. It’s a happy place. Once all the beautiful supplies make it into the classroom though, it’s a new ball game. What do we do to store them all? How do we effectively… Read More
Meet the teacher, or back to school night, is one of the biggest, most anticipated nights of the year. Kids are excited to meet their new teacher, see their new room, and us educators are just as delighted to meet our new group of students. It is a time to get to know families and begin to build connections. Now,… Read More