Human Knot This team-building game in one of the hardest ones for students to do. It is an oldie but goodie. I use this one about once a quarter, because we always need to continue to learn to work together. Plus it's a great filler for those rainy day recesses. The human knot involves actually ... read more
3 Assessment Mistakes Teachers Make and How to Fix Them
Have you ever had due dates for grades pop up on you and you hastily try to squeeze it all in the day before they are due? Assessment Mistakes Teachers Make 1. You don't have an assessing plan. Assessments should be part of your long range plans. Each quarter you need a plan to know what data ... read more
8 Habits of Successful Teachers
Do you feel stressed, worried, overwhelmed with all of the hats you wear each day? If so then let me share 8 teacher habits that will take the worry away. I used to lay awake at night worrying. I would worry if I graded all of my papers, submitted the paperwork for administration, responded to ... read more
How to Organize Fonts for Easy Use
Do you find yourself forever scrolling to find your favorite font? Well quit scrolling! I found a quick way to organize fonts for easy use. This morning I was downloading yet another set of fun fonts when I happened upon the most amazing thing. I found a way to organize my fonts so I don't have ... read more
5 Poetry Types to Engage Readers and Writers
8 Types of Poetry Poetry is one of the easiest ways to bring out the creativity in all of your writers. There are many types of poetry for students to write. From the freedom of free verse to the counting of syllables in haikus, students are sure to find one that they enjoy ... read more