As a teacher, I know you are incredibly busy! As a 21st century teacher, you can take advantage of technology to help save your sanity. These tech tools to save you time will help make your first years in the classroom a whole lot easier!
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Get Organized for the New Year!
A new Year means a more organized you, right? When my friends at Erin Condren reached out to me and asked if I wanted to try out the LATEST lifeplanner and organizational goodies, I was pumped. There is nothing better than feeling calm and ready to tackle the New Year with the right tools!
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5 Tips for Low Stress Grading
Grading can be super overwhelming, especially for new teachers! Don’t get bogged down when it comes to grading. There are so many ways to stay organized and save time when grading. Here are my top 5 tips for low stress grading whether you’re starting your teaching career or a seasoned ...
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New Year’s Resolutions for Your Students!
Happy New Year! One of the best things about being a teacher in January is giving your students (and yourself) a fresh start in the new year. You may have your own personal or professional New Year’s resolutions, but January is a time for your students to make their own goals as well. Each student ...
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Holidays Around the World
It’s Christmas time, and it’s so important to remember that not every family celebrates Christmas. There are many different winter holidays that your students may celebrate at home. For those who do celebrate Christmas, there are so many different traditions and ways to celebrate. When teaching ...
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Holiday Gift Guide 2019
I am SO excited for this post! I've compiled some of my most favorite Amazon and Erin Condren purchases all in one holiday gift guide! If you know me, I LOVE the holiday season. So much, that my Michael Buble Christmas album is on repeat till December 26th!! #sorrynotsorry
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5 Reasons to Try Genius Hour in Your Classroom
Project-based learning is a powerful method you can use in your classroom. One way to use PBL is through Genius Hour. Genius Hour is a time in your classroom where students get to explore their own questions and learning targets through research, creation, collaboration, and presentation. When ...
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How Genius Hour Can Instill a Growth Mindset
Your students are geniuses! This may sound super cheesy, but it’s true. Every student in your classroom has a contribution to make. They also have curiosity that cannot be stifled by testing or curriculum expectations. They're also capable of learning so much through their own questioning and ...
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Ways to Make New Students Feel Welcome
Being new to school is tough at any age, but for younger students, it can be really overwhelming! Transitioning to a brand new school after other students have already settled into a routine can be scary. Students are learning rules that other students already know and understand, and they are ...
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Fun Ways to Reinforce Classroom Rules and Procedures
Even if you’ve already started your school year, it’s so important to revisit classroom expectations often to make sure your students are on the right track and ready to meet both academic and behavior goals. This doesn’t mean just standing at the front of the room and spouting off rules. In fact, ...
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Get Your Classroom Organized this School Year!
Every year, I swear that it’s going to be the year I get uber-organized in my classroom. Fortunately, I have set up products and systems to help organize my room, plans, and more! Whether it’s your first year in the classroom or your 25th, here are some tips to get your classroom organized this ...
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Handwriting Activities for Primary Grades
It seems like the public no longer believes cursive writing is being taught in schools, but the truth is, it’s alive and thriving in many primary classrooms! Ignore the social media posts begging teachers to bget rid of cursive in schools. You know it’s here to stay! The key to making sure your ...
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