Classroom management can make or break you. Yes, I said it! One of the most valuable things I've learned over the years is that the little things matter a lot! Small routines that remain consistent, little reminders, and quiet acknowledgments are the simple things that make the … [Read more...]
Building Better Readers Through Writing Instruction
Here's My Take... Walk into any upper elementary classroom—grades 3 through 6—and you’re likely to see students sitting in small groups with a text in front of them, being asked to “analyze the author’s purpose,” “infer meaning,” or “cite text evidence.” These are valuable … [Read more...]
The Most Comfortable Teacher Shoes!
Looking for the most comfortable pair of teacher shoes for a full day of teaching? I've got you! If you want to read all about my top picks, you can click here, but I do have an absolute favorite to share with you right now. These are the shoes I reach for when my feet are tired, … [Read more...]
Donors Choose Works!
Thinking about creating your first project on Donors Choose? Please don't be afraid to jump in and go for it! Submit your first project and you'll see how fun and easy it is! Donors Choose is constantly improving and streamlining the process, so if you're reading this, GO FOR IT! … [Read more...]
Helping Struggling Writers
This past year was particularly challenging. If you are currently in the classroom, you know what I mean! Two areas where my students struggled were grammar and writing mechanics. I found that I had to backtrack and review some writing basics before I could expect them to dig … [Read more...]
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