Would you like a list of all of the lessons that your students will need this year during writing? This free guide is packed with specific lesson ideas for narrative, opinion and informational writing.
Writing workshop is my jam! Teaching writing shouldn’t feel like a chore. In these articles, you will find helpful strategies for mini lessons, writing conferences, editing, grading, and so much more.
How many times has a test result shocked you? Before the test, you knew the student knew the material - and yet their test results say otherwise. This often happened to me at the beginning of my teaching career, and it puzzled me. If my students truly understood the...
Reviewing for end-of-the-year exams can be a challenge. There is a lot of content to cover in a short amount of time. Students who were disengaged throughout the year aren’t likely to suddenly change, so the review often doesn’t reach the students who need it the...
As an educator, you are always searching for ways to support your students' learning and help them achieve their goals. Using centers is one approach that can be highly effective at all grade levels: elementary, middle, and high school. Centers are essentially...
As teachers help students prepare, we need to make sure that they not only feel comfortable with the material but also with taking a test.
Are your students feeling burned out from test prep? Try a new approach with hexagonal thinking! Our latest post covers how to get your students involved in end-of-year exam review.
As an educator, you are always searching for ways to support your students' learning and help them achieve their goals. Using centers is one approach that can be highly effective at all grade levels: elementary, middle, and high school. Centers are essentially...
As teachers help students prepare, we need to make sure that they not only feel comfortable with the material but also with taking a test.
Are your students feeling burned out from test prep? Try a new approach with hexagonal thinking! Our latest post covers how to get your students involved in end-of-year exam review.
As an educator, you are always searching for ways to support your students' learning and help them achieve their goals. Using centers is one approach that can be highly effective at all grade levels: elementary, middle, and high school. Centers are essentially...
Teaching with paired passages can be a powerful tool in helping students improve their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. However, it can also be challenging to implement in the classroom. This article will provide practical tips and strategies for using...
Vocabulary skills are crucial for academic success. In this post, we'll explore two effective methods for improving vocabulary skills: reading and learning Greek and Latin morphology. First, reading is one of the most powerful tools for expanding vocabulary skills. By...
As a former teacher, I understand the challenges of teaching World History. With so much content and limited resources, it can be challenging to make the subject interesting for students. The ancient world may seem distant and disconnected, making it difficult to...
Instead of trying to ignore the day, use students’ excitement to increase learning with fun Valentine’s Day-themed lessons in your classroom.
This post aims to help new teachers navigate the confusing and conflicting advice often found on social media, by providing guidance and tips on how to find a balance between work and life, set boundaries, and focus on mental health and building relationships with students.
This post aims to help new teachers navigate the confusing and conflicting advice often found on social media, by providing guidance and tips on how to find a balance between work and life, set boundaries, and focus on mental health and building relationships with students.
The weeks before and after a long holiday break can be really difficult to successfully navigate. But, I’ve rounded up some really fun ideas for an easy-prep snow day!
As the holiday season approaches, it's more important than ever for elementary teachers to remember the importance of taking some time to recharge and rest. The end of the year can be a particularly busy and stressful time, with final projects, grading, and holiday...
I’m sharing gift ideas that won’t break your bank and don’t take a lot of time and energy. Keep your sanity intact with these easy gift ideas!
