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,
Classroom Management
The Perfect Sub Plans: Everything You Need to Get Prepared
Ah, itโs that time of year when germs seem to be lurking around every corner. One minute, youโre feeling fine. The next, youโre waking up
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
Classroom Economy System: How Money Talks in the Classroom
Have you ever felt like getting students excited about meeting expectations is a bit like herding cats? Trust me, I get it. There are many
3 Powerful Simulations That Get Kids Hooked On History
Simulations engage students by bringing to life historical events. Students take on experiential learning and learn in a memorable way from different perspectives.
Embracing the Magic of Teaching Routines
Psst! Come here! Let me share with you one of my classroom secrets that has worked wonders for me: teaching routines! Think of our classrooms
Gratitude Journal Prompts Your Students Will Love
Upper elementary students are just starting to figure out who they are and what they want in life. They are also starting to feel grateful
The Best Back to School Activities for Kids
I’ve put together some back to school activities for kids that will get everyone in the school spirit! It’s that time of year again! Time
3 Great End of Year Suggestions for Teachers
You might be done or very close to being done for the school year. Still, I wanted to cover 3 great end of year suggestions
The Best of Bite-Sized Learning – Week Three
Bite-sized learning schedules come in many shapes and sizes and can be made to fit many learning days. We’ll be looking at some sample schedules
The Best of Bite-Sized Learning – Week Two
We’re back to look at the methods of bite-sized learning. Last time we defined what bite-sized learning is and how it began. This week we’ll
The Best of Bite-Sized Learning – Week One
What is Bite-Sized Learning? The world of education is changing. Attention spans are getting smaller. Digital screens are replacing paper pages. Personalized plans are for
