Coming back from spring break can bring spring fever, where students can see summer on the horizon and just aren’t motivated to work or stay engaged in learning. Here are three end of year activities that will keep students engaged until the very last minute. Do a countdown Whether it’s
Setting up a successful center system and routine doesn’t have to be difficult, in fact, you can set it up in 3 easy steps. Having a manageable system in place for learning centers in the classroom will make that time easier to maintain. Plus, it will encourage student independence so
Coming back from winter break can feel a little overwhelming for both teachers and students. Young children and older students alike often return with disrupted routines and a need for reminders about appropriate behavior, the importance of classroom rules, classroom norms, and expectations. However, with the right strategies, you can
Do you need more organization tools in your classroom? Are you looking to create a classroom wish list for the holiday season or back to school? You have come to the right place! I have put together a list of my top 5 favorite Amazon classroom organization must-haves. You can
Classroom center rotations are a great way to incorporate learning in a fun way, provide an opportunity for students to work together, and allow you the ability to work with students in a small group setting. However, creating a successful and effective center rotation time in your classroom can feel
I am a part of quite a few social media groups for teachers, and one thing they all have in common is that a large number of teachers are struggling with a talkative class! Students are blurting out, talking while the teacher is talking, and talking during quiet independent work
Let’s face it—classroom management can feel like trying to wrangle cats sometimes, whether it’s your first year of teaching or you’ve been at it for decades. From students shouting out to racing through the room, the chaos can make you feel like you’re spending all your time managing behavior instead
Are you ready for your morning to run itself completely? Are you ready for students to filter into your classroom and know exactly what to do? Individual morning bins are your answer and the perfect soft start to your school day! Put the worksheets away and begin your day with
Effective communicating with parents strategies for teachers help build strong relationships with parents and enhance the overall educational experience for students. As a new teacher, and let’s face it, even as a veteran teacher, communicating with parents can be intimidating and somewhat overwhelming. Finding yourself on the wrong side of
Introducing Keyboarding Early! I love morning choice bins but going back to school being told that students were unable to share was definitely a struggle for this teacher’s brain! So I set off on a mission to begin to find ideas that could be individualized! One of those ideas is
