Besides teaching, there are so many things that teachers juggle during the school year…from organizing the classroom, to classroom management, creating a positive classroom climate, and more! This section has lots of practical tips, resources, and strategies to help new teachers as well as veteran teachers.
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20 Must-Have TikTok Amazon Finds to Improve Your Teacher-Life
If you’re anything like me, you love all the tips, tricks, and deals to make your life easier! As a teacher and a mom, I
Indoor Recess Activities Your Students Will LOVE!
Two little words that teachers everywhere dread: indoor recess. Did you get chills just reading that? Totally understandable, it’s no one’s favorite thing! Indoor recess
3 Absolute Must-Do’s for Upper Elementary Teachers in January
It might be hard to believe, but January is already here again! The school year is certainly flying by. I hope that you and your
My Secrets to a Peaceful Morning in the Classroom (No Chaos Required!)
Over the years I’ve learned that some teacher tasks are just not worth the extra time, and other things MOST DEFINITELY are. All teachers (and
1 Super Simple Way to Add More Critical Thinking & Problem Solving into the School Day
As teachers, our days are spent executing our perfectly planned lessons, hitting the standards, and making meaning for our students. But there’s something that almost
3 Effortless Ways to Make Teaching in December FUN Again
December is always such a hectic month. Not only do we have extra activities at home and school, but kids filled with off-the-wall excitement (yes, I
Celebrate Holidays Around the World through the Magic of Art
Celebrate Holidays Around the World through the Magic of Art The amount of time students are using their artistic abilities in school has sadly and
Tracking Student Data: Why Measuring Student Reading Progress is Vital in Today’s Classroom
Over the last few years, education has adopted many new endeavors that rely on data to tailor the student learning experience. For example, your school
20 Amazing Amazon Finds That Are a Must for Teachers
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE a good Amazon find, especially when it’s recommended by another teacher. I put together a list of
4 Free Upper Elementary Activities to Get You Through to the End of the Year
The time between spring break and the end of the school year can be a struggle. Most of us are going on more than a
How Printable Posters Can Have a BIG Impact in the Classroom
There are oodles of Printable Posters out there. You may have found some on Pinterest or downloaded a few sets from Teachers Pay Teachers. Let’s
10 of the BEST Teacher Gift Exchange Ideas
The holidays are around the corner, and I’m always running last minute to buy for my teammates and my Secret Santa. If you are
