Magic Bracelets for the First Day of School
The first day of school is a busy, busy day filled with learning about each other, collecting/handing out supplies, and teaching procedures. I always try to make it as special as…
The first day of school is a busy, busy day filled with learning about each other, collecting/handing out supplies, and teaching procedures. I always try to make it as special as…
One of my favorite topics to tackle is classroom management. Over the years I’ve tried many tricks… some of them were flops, and others were great additions to my classroom!…
In every classroom, there are always students who will finish their work faster than everyone else. Waiting can become boring, which can then result in fidgety kids and distractions for others….
I am always looking for new and fun ways to encourage participation and good behavior in my classroom. I usually have a bunch of different incentives going at any given time (like…
Can you believe it?! A new school year is upon us! And to say it’s not a normal year would be an understatement. Some schools are heading back for face-to-face learning,…
Setting up or closing a classroom (depending on when you’re reading this) can be a stressful time of year… but it doesn’t have to be. It can be fun, too! Opening…
Communication with parents is KEY when you’re a teacher. Unfortunately, getting in touch with parents isn’t always easy. Notes get crumpled in backpacks, phone calls home go unanswered, and scheduling…
Picture it: You’re in the middle of a math lesson and you ask your class, “Does anyone know what 10 – 7 is?” Several students’ hands go up, you pick…
One of my favorite organizational tools for the classroom is the B.E.E. Book! B.E.E. stands for Bring Everything Everyday. It’s a fancy name for a take home folder. 😉 But…
Have you heard of Secret Star? You’ve probably seen me talk about it before… and that’s because I *love* this trick! Secret Star is a classroom management tool that works…
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