We polled teachers inside our Easy Organization Tools program to see how they’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day this school year since it looks a lot different this year, right? Here are their pandemic Valentine’s Day ideas in the classroom! In the past in my second grade classroom, students would create their valentine box as a […]
Set up virtual parent conferences easily
We know that parent conferences can be nerve-racking as it is but then throw in virtual conferences without guidance. That’s enough to overwhelm any teacher. I’m going to share a really easy platform I’ve been using the last year, that can be used in the classroom to set up virtual parent conferences easily. The purpose […]
The easiest DIY distance learning document camera
Need a document camera for distance learning but don’t have one? Or maybe you have one but you need another one? I want to show you how you can set one up that’s perfect for a teacher’s budget! Document Camera Supplies You are going to need: ipad Osmo app Osmo reflector Sturdy cup or Osmo […]
Remove background noise during lessons and meetings
The most annoying thing about recording videos There is nothing worse than being on a conference call and recording a distance learning video, doing a live lesson, a pre-record lesson, a Zoom meeting, a staff meeting, whatever it may be, and then all of a sudden, you hear that sweet baby crying, or your neighbors […]
The easiest way to take distance learning attendance on a Zoom or Google Meet call
As if enough hasn’t been thrown at you, now you have to figure out how to take attendance on a Zoom or Google Meet call. And some of you sweet teachers are having to do this virtually while also teaching face-to-face at the same time! Distance learning attendance can be easier! I did a LIVE […]
Grading can be easy, even with distance learning
Keeping track of student work, tests, forms, and everything else can be a little overwhelming. Not anymore with these editable paper and digital checklists. You can see how I use them in this post. How to use the digital grading/ checklists Use these lists to keep track of attendance, family phone calls, completion of assignments, […]
Writing Tools to Help Your Students During Distance Learning
The writing process is such a part of the primary classroom. Your learners are beginning to understand the parts of a story or essay, form sentences, and use quality word choice. During distance learning, your students should still be writing! These writing tools will help your students during distance learning. The Writing Process Not all […]
How Setting Office Hours Can Save Your Sanity in Distance Learning
School closures have caused teachers like yourself to transition to distance learning. Providing instruction and resources online is a huge shift for teachers, students, and parents. Admittedly, it can be really overwhelming to manage student work, answer questions, and get things graded! One way to save your sanity during distance learning is to set office […]