One of the biggest surprises in teaching is realizing that routines aren't learned the first time you explain them. They're learned ...

 I used to think my classroom had to be completely finished before the first day of school. Now I know better. Some of the best changes I...

  "Where do I put this?" "Can I have a pencil?" "Where are the scissors?" If you've ever taught young chil...

  Have you ever walked into a classroom and immediately felt calm? Chances are, it wasn't because of the decorations. It was because eve...

  When people think about classroom management, they often think about consequences, reward systems, or behavior charts. But classroom manag...

  Every summer, social media fills up with beautiful classrooms. Perfect bulletin boards. Matching bins. Color-coordinated everything. If yo...

One of the biggest surprises for many new teachers is realizing just how many people are available to help students succeed. When you're...

 Many new teachers worry that asking too many questions will make them look inexperienced. The truth? The best teachers ask questions consta...

When new teachers think about the first day of school, they often focus on setting up their classroom, organizing materials, and planning le...

  If you're a new teacher, or just need some advice to start a new year, welcome. I'm so glad you're here. Starting your teachin...

  Why a No Spend January Could Be Your Secret to Crushing 2025 Financial Goals As we ring in the new year, it’s the perfect time to take a s...

Fire Safety Week is a critical time to teach young students essential skills that could save their lives. For our elementary students, it’s ...

As the crisp autumn air sets in and the leaves begin to change, it's the perfect time to bring the magic of fall into the classroom. One...

It is apple time!  I stopped in at the apple orchard today for some fresh apples and my kids favorite apple salsa! I also picked up a few fo...

Have you ever stopped to think about how a name tag can unlock learning and discovery? My students have gained independence and learning usi...

  One year, I looped with my first grade students and had them again as second graders. As I was doing one of my beginning of the year test...