Puppy Love in the Classroom: Teacher Dos and Don’ts of Student Relationships
Ah, young love. Thereโs something so sweet about the way students start navigating relationships, especially in the sixth grade. Itโs a time of major transitions,
Building Connections
Vocabulary Strategies for Sixth Grade
Learning and building vocabulary in sixth grade is such a game-changer! At this level, the words get more complex. Weโre not just talking about names
Colorado State History: Authentic Learning By Teaching Timelines
Using timelines to explain Colorado state history is a powerful way to help our students connect the dots between events and see the bigger picture.
The Best First Week of School Lesson Plans for Middle School
The first week of school is such an important time. It lays the foundation for the rest of the school year. It is during this
Podcast for Teachers: The Teaching Toolbox Podcast
I’m excited to take you on a journey into the world of teacher podcasts. I stumbled upon podcasts quite unexpectedly. You see, I’ve always been
Cross-Curricular Activities for Social Studies and Literature
Have you ever tried cross-curricular teaching in your classroom? It’s a teaching method with a lot of benefits for students. I loved using cross-curricular teaching
Sensational Ideas for Celebrating Pi Day in the Classroom
As Pi Day approaches, the excitement in the air is palpable. There’s something genuinely thrilling about witnessing students of all ages, from the wide-eyed curiosity
Clubs in School: Nurturing Student Development and Unleashing Hidden Talents
Being a middle or high school teacher is about more than just delivering classroom lessons. It’s about nurturing young minds, sparking that passion for learning,
Student-Led Conferences in the Spotlight
Think back to that first day of school when your students walked into the classroom, filled with nervous energy and uncertain smiles. As the weeks
