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8 Best Morning Work Ideas and Routines for the Classroom
Low prep morning work ideas to start using today, plus tips for setting up a morning routine that gets the school day off to a great start.
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The Best Ideas for Using Parent Volunteers in the Classroom
Wondering how to best use parent volunteers in the classroom? Here are some of the most effective ways to utilize your volunteers.
The Best Easy to Grow Plants for the Classroom
Thinking of growing plants in your classroom? Here are some great choices that are attractive, easy to care for, tolerate low light.
How to Use a Focus Wall in the Classroom and What You Need to Create One
A focus wall is great way to display your learning objectives! Here are some ideas for creating and using one in your classroom.
The 25 Best Professional Development Books for Teachers
A comprehensive list of the best professional development books for teachers. Includes books about math, reading, SPED, classroom management
5 Tips to Make Moving Your Classroom Successful, Not Stressful!
Are you moving to a new classroom this year? No worries - Here are some easy ways to do it with as little stress as possible!
Top Parent Teacher Conference Tips For Teachers
Do parent-teacher conferences stress you out? Here are 3 great ways to make them easy and worry free!
Emergency Sub Plans & A Sub Binder: The Easy Way to Take a Sick Day
Missing a day of school doesn't have to be stressful. Here's how to always be ready for a substitute and put together emergency sub plans.
10 Activities For Fast Finishers That Keep Students Engaged
Don't let your fast finishers just sit there! Here are some ways to keep students engaged in learning when they've finished their work early
No Prep Reading & Literacy Centers for Any Grade
My easy method of planning literacy centers to save time and keep students engaged
The Easiest Brag Tag System Ever!
Brag tags are GREAT but how do you organize them, when do you give them out, where to students keep them? Check out these tips to find out!
Alternative Homework Ideas for Elementary Students
Try these alternative homework ideas for happier students, happier parents, and a lot less work for you!
Stop Grading Spelling Tests - An Alternative for Busy Teachers
If you hate giving and grading spelling tests as much as I do, check out this alternative that you and your students will love!
FUN Indoor Recess Games & Activities for Rainy Days
What's a teacher to do when it's rainy, snowy, or just too darn hot for outdoor recess? Here are a few idea that bring the fun indoors!
Task Card Storage Ideas That Work - And Some That Don't
Task cards are a great learning tool but what's the best way to store them? Here are some easy ways to organize task cards in the classroom.
5 Things Teachers Should Do Before Summer Break
Summer is just around the corner and I know we're all thinking about days at the pool. Even so, it’s never too early to start thinking a
Easy Ways to Manage Student Work and All Those Papers
Are piles of student work and grading papers getting you down? Here are some easy ways to get a handle on them once and for all.
Favorite Websites for Learning
There are hundreds of websites for kids... almost too many to wade through to find the good ones. Here are a few of my favorites for the cla
Guided Math Workshop Routines & Tips for Getting Started
Thinking about trying guided math workshop? It's a lot easier than you think. Here are the 3 things you need to get started.
Tips For Using Math Anchor Charts in the Classroom
Anchors are an effective and engaging reference tool in the classroom. See some examples and ideas for storing/displaying your anchor charts
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