Are you ready for back to school planning? Do your plans the first two weeks to set students up for success? I had a few bumpy years that helped me learn my mistakes and help make these weeks the ones to get my classroom up and running. My 5th year of teaching I learned how important those first ... read more
4 Fun Classroom Management Strategies
What do you do the first day of school? The second day of school? The first two weeks of school? Teach your classroom management strategies! Teaching students what you expect those first few weeks will save so much time throughout the school year. Here are 4 of my favorite Classroom ... read more
How to Have Your Students LOVE Writing in 3 Easy Steps
Do you get a collective sigh when time to writing is announced? I know many of you have a limited writing time and are pushed to focus on teaching students how to write for a writing assessment. However, making time to teach narrative writing can build those writing skills, make writing more fun, ... read more
The Ultimate Guide to Starting the School Year (29 Things Teachers NEED to KNOW Before the First Day!)
Are you already thinking about getting back to school? Is your classroom management set for the year? Do you want more time to enjoy your summer? Then let me help you get more pool time and relaxation. I will help get you prepared for back to school. The summer is passing quicker than you ... read more
September A Poem Each Week
Fall is in the air! Do you need a filler or a quick read aloud for September? If so, the September A Poem Each Week is a great resource for reviewing important standards and teaching students a love for reading. Why start the year with poetry? It's a fabulous way to teach students important ... read more
