There’s a lot of strong feelings about clip charts! Some people love them while others think they’re horrible. Let’s chat about how to use a clip chart, what it looks like in our classroom, how to communicate with parents, and how to manage it all. I’ve also get several alternatives so you can choose what works best […]
Consistency with Classroom Management
Now that you’ve got your classroom expectations set from our classroom management e mail series, let’s get into the tough stuff…following through. In my not-so-humble opinion, following through and consistency is the hardest part about strong classroom management and what’s missing from many classrooms that are a bit of a hot-mess! I’ve got a few […]
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Have you made this easy memory book? (Part 2)
I’ve created the easiest memory book in the history of the universe…in my opinion at least! I get a lot of questions about my memory book set up so I made a list of answers here for you! No more memory book prep. for you because this easy memory book will change your life! You can read […]
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Funny Things Teachers Say
Students say funny things every day in my classroom. But you know what, I find myself saying a lot of funny things in response to the odd and gross things my kids do all the time! Throughout the day, I often wonder if there are other professions that say some of the ridiculous things I […]
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Comparing yourself to other Teachers
Are you a new or veteran teacher who struggles with the comparison game? Does your heart drop when your students talk about how much they loved their old teacher? Are you feeling inadequate? I’m here to tell you that you’re not alone. Comparing yourself to other teachers can be dangerous, but it’s totally normal. Social […]
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I have a Pinterest Classroom
If you’ve followed my Instagram, you might think I have a Pinterest Classroom. In fact, people who walk into my classroom comment on it… often. But sometimes, they say it in a way that’s putting down my Pinterest-worthy room. To be very honest, I only use Pinterest as part of this blog but don’t use it […]
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Make your Classroom Morning Routine EASY
Do you want to make your classroom morning routine easy? Are you trying to juggle student questions, taking attendance, helping Sammy log onto the computer while Marley needs help finding her lost pencil? All this while making sure your students are working on something meaningful without having to give the same directions over and over? […]
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What Teachers Wish Parents Knew…
Do you ever wish parents really knew what teaching was like? Teaching is one of the most rewarding careers, but it’s also one of the hardest. I wish that parents knew how much I truly loved their child. Spending my paycheck on STEM supplies to help your child become a critical thinker or bright-colored […]
