10 Fabulous End of Year Activities for Upper Elementary
End of year activities are a great way to celebrate the best time of the year. The class is gelling, the memories are abundant, and
Classroom Management
Distance Learning and You
We are entering an unprecedented time in our recent history. Even in times of war, schools were still open and games were still played, but
Starting a New Semester off Right
As you are starting a new semester off and heading back to school after a long winter break, you want to make sure it’s done
Afternoon Tricks to Ease Your Teaching
As the day lingers, it can be hard to stay focused and motivated. It can be difficult to remain patient and remember to complete the
Mindfulness in My Classroom: A 6th Grade Teacher’s Story
As my school year started, I knew I wanted to make mindset play a key role in my student’s day. Each day a bell ringer
The Power of a Greeting
Every day as students enter my classroom, I stand at my door and greet them.ย Whether it’s with a handshake, a hug, a fist bump,
New Year, New School, New Challenges, New Rewards
A new school year can be challenging, a new school…intimidating, but add in a brand new school building with a newly formed school and it
How to Run Secret Santa Activities in your Classroom
The holidays are the perfect time of year for lessons on gratitude and generosity, holiday cheer, and happiness. One great idea to help spread those
Classroom Organization with Colors Eases Anxiety and Creates Time
Classroom organization can be a struggle for many people. I know when I was completing my student teaching and just had papers to manage, I
6 Ideas for Building Positive Classroom Culture Throughout the Year
Establishing a positive classroom culture can be a tricky endeavor. You want your classroom to be a warm and inviting place for students to feel
6 Tips for Better Sub Plans
Let’s face it. Sub plans can be a real pain. You feel miserable or have somewhere else you need to be; instead, you must write
Overcoming a Fear of Failure: Growth Mindset in Action
Just recently, I talked about self-love, self-worth, and avoiding self-doubt. But today, I wanted to talk about failure, specifically a fear of failure. This blog
