Is it just me or does the time between Thanksgiving and Winter break feel like the last lap in Mario Kart when everything is insane and the music is playing really fast?! It can’t just be me. The month of December brings on A LOT of emotions for both teachers and students. In this quick read, you’ll learn 5 simple… Read More
Science of Reading has come onto the scene of education like a wrecking ball! I’ll be honest too that I was hesitant to jump on the bandwagon before I realized it was a necessary train to be on. After spending a TON of time researching and helping my own son learn to read, I know now that SoR is a… Read More
Let’s be honest… having to get a substitute teacher is NOT fun. Raise your hand if you’ve gone into work sick as a dog rather than having to write sub plans? I know I’m guilty. I’ve used all the phrases, “but my kids can’t handle it.” or “It’s so much work I’d rather just go in.” Well I’m here to… Read More
Are you ready to have a flawless first day with centers? It’s possible! Do you want a classroom full of students who are on task, focused, and learning during center time? It all comes down to the way you start your centers from day one. While that may sound a little scary and overwhelming, I promise if you follow these… Read More
Have you heard about guided math or math workshop, but you’re not sure what it is or how to set it up? I’m going to let you in on some secrets and simple steps to get guided math workshop up and running in no time. While the focus of this post is for primary classrooms, the tips provided can work… Read More
Have you ever felt like your students just don’t complete work during centers? Or have things gotten a tad bit disorganized and you’ve found yourself never knowing where the center work ends up? These are both common issues that can be frustrating and also detrimental to your student’s academic success. In this post, you’ll learn some easy ways to hold… Read More