Take your teaching from basic to bold
I used to plan lessons the night before…while half-watching Netflix…and hoping for the best the next day. 😅 Some days worked.A lot of days felt rushed, scattered, and honestly… a little chaotic. The problem?I was planning day-by-day instead of seeing the big picture. Everything changed when I started using a simple system:👉 year → month […]
October is so Tough (with a capital T). It’s a long month. The honeymoon phase has been over for awhile. Full moon behavior is in full effect. 😱 You might have had conferences or are getting ready for them. “How will I make it another 4 weeks?” I’d often ask myself. If you feel like you […]
Explicit vocabulary instruction and opportunities to practice using words are crucial. Vocabulary instruction profoundly impacts students’ language proficiency and cognitive development. It is one of the indicators of strong reading comprehension. But often vocabulary does not get the attention it deserves! With these easy-to-implement- vocabulary activities for kids, your students will get the practice necessary […]
Lesson planning can feel daunting. Where to start? The year? Month? Week? Day? Minute? I have found I like a combination of all of the above. Sometimes, when I’m stuck, I think of the bigger picture. This brings me to the skills and themes I’m teaching for September. I have decided to map out my […]
After 19 trips to Target, 11 to the Dollar Tree, and 3 checkouts during the TpT sale, I am about to pull a Michael Scott and declare bankruptcy. But seriously, why is being a teacher so expensive? It doesn’t have to be this way! You can still treat your students without taking out a loan. […]
The start of a new school year is a thrilling time for 2nd graders, filled with opportunities for growth, learning, and making new friends. As educators, setting a positive tone from the very first day is crucial for creating a welcoming and engaging classroom environment. To help ease the transition and spark enthusiasm, we’ve compiled […]
