Have you ever spent countless hours at the end of the school year sorting through student work to put into a memory book? Do you find yourself scrambling to put the booklet together? I am getting a headache just thinking about how much time I spent on all of this in the past! However, there […]
4 Self-Care Tips for Teachers
With COVID-19, teachers are feeling added pressure on top of their demanding workload. We have so much responsibility on a day-to-day basis that it’s no wonder we can become burnt out. Remember the saying you have to put on your own oxygen mask first before you can help others? The same is true for teachers. […]
A Newsletter Parents Will Actually Read
Communication with parents can be difficult to navigate. When I was starting out in the classroom I was sending email after email or making phone calls home. The good news is that I found a way to send out helpful and updated information using editable newsletters. There are two versions to choose from one is […]
Valentine’s Day Activities Your Class Will Love
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and I must say it is one of my favorite holidays! I love being able to spread love and I think it is important for our students to learn about kindness. When I was teaching I always wanted to make the day special for my students. I always had at […]
Anecdotal Notes for More Effective Instruction
How often do you attend meetings and hear the buzzwords “Data-Driven Instruction”? I know when I would hear those words I would immediately become overwhelmed. I would often ask myself what is the best way to collect data? Am I using the right method? How will I keep everything organized? I knew I needed to […]
Grammar Mystery Pictures
Who says teaching grammar has to be boring? I know, I know learning grammar isn’t always at the top of our interest list so imagine how our students might be feeling. However, I want to share with you a way that you can teach grammar while boosting engagement and achieving results. It is also very […]
Sub Plans That Are Stress-Free
When I was in the classroom one of my least favorite things was having to leave sub plans. It always seemed like it was more work to take the day off rather than arranging for a substitute. If I’m being honest I wasn’t always the best at preparing for a substitute. I remember having to […]
Parent-Teacher Conferences Made Easy
If you dread parent-teacher conferences know that you are not alone. Many teachers find conferences to be incredibly intimidating or create unnecessary anxiety. You may be thinking to yourself do I have the right documentation? What data should I share? How should I start off the conversation? Will the parent get upset with me if […]