Can I be really honest with you all? When I first started hearing about sound walls I wasn’t sure if they were just going to be the newest trend. There was so much hype about moving away from our beloved word walls and replacing them with new shiny sound walls. I will admit I was slow to jump on and… Read More
Did you know that having classroom jobs not only builds capacity, but that it also helps students learn important life skills and responsibilities? Giving them those jobs helps your classroom almost run itself. Sound too good to be true? It’s not! Classroom jobs take the responsibility off of YOU and instead directs those important must do tasks to students. We’re… Read More
The number one way to help students succeed in math begins with making learning visual for them. Visuals help give them something to “jog their memory” when it comes to those crucial concepts. The best way to give your students these tools is by utilizing math anchor charts in the classroom. How do you do that? With math anchor charts… Read More
Did you read that title and feel a little bit of panic too? It can be SUPER overwhelming planning for the first few weeks of school. I promise you though, when this time is WELL spent, it makes your first weeks of school a breeze, and it also helps you lay a solid foundation for the ENTIRE year with students…. Read More
Is it that time of year again already?! Summer break is beginning to wind down and ALL the back to school nightmares begin. But wait, don’t fret, just because it’s getting to be that time, doesn’t mean it needs to be stressful. In this post, you will learn tons of ideas, tips, and tools to help make back to school… Read More
Setting up your classroom is one of the first things that takes place at the beginning of each new school year. Some teachers love it and some teachers dread it. No matter how you feel about setting up your classroom, it’s important to take this time to create a well organized space for you and your students. This room will… Read More
