This topic is making me sweat just thinking about it: Parent communication! *shiver* I’m entering my 9th year of teaching,…
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How I Manage Lesson Planning & Pacing
Topic of the week: Advice for lesson planning and pacing. I’m going to be completely honest – I don’t think…
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Classroom Organization: Let’s get organized!
Classroom organization can be overwhelming. I get it. A new school year is coming – Let’s do our best to…
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The Best Classroom Management Advice I’ve Ever Received
I’m no expert, but I’ve learned a lot throughout my teaching journey. Classroom management is a big deal, and it’s…
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New To Teaching Third Grade?
Are you new to teaching third grade? Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran teacher, here’s what you need to…
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6 Ways to Help Students with Hearing Loss
This post was made possible through the support of Cochlear. All opinions are my own. It’s back to school season,…
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Managing a Behavior Economy System With Class Dojo
I used Class Dojo to manage student behavior this year.It was AMAZING. …
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Manage the NOISE in Your Classroom
Kids. They’re so great, but boy can they get LOUD. I like to maintain a fun, exciting, interactive classroom environment,…
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The Partner Wheel
I don’t know about you, but I have my students work with partners constantly. Sometimes partners are assigned strategically, based…
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It’s Okay If You Still Have Desks
Hey teacher. You’re incredible. Do you have a variety of flexible seating options for students to choose from? You’re a…
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Why I Hold Student-Led Conferences
At the end of the first quarter, teachers at my school are expected to hold conferences with each child’s parents….
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Writing Conferences
I’m really trying to be better about holding writing conferences this year. These simple questions have completely changed the quality…
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