Elementary Teacher Sharing Tips and Tricks
Have you ever taught the six syllable types? This is my first year diving into teaching the 6 syllable types whole group to my third graders and it is AMAZING! Knowing the different syllable patterns and how to split words into syllables helps students decode and spell words correctly. They can predict what sound a […]
The first day of school can cause a lot of anxiety for students and teachers. The transition from summer to back to school is tough and, essentially, you start all over. New teacher, new students, new routines, new content – it can be extremely overwhelming! Here are a few tips to help calm first day […]
Can I be honest with you about small group reading? I used to spend hours planning whole group reading, math, writing, social studies and science; then for small group reading I would fly by the seat of my pants. Who has the time to plan for five subjects AND small group reading lessons each day?! […]
The first day of school is approaching and I can already feel the butterflies flying around in my stomach and smell the freshly sharpened pencils and new crayons. I have many tips for the beginning of the school year, but I thought it would be helpful to give you all a list of free resources. […]
Sometimes it is easiest to teach a lesson by reading someone else’s words. Read alouds are a great way to teach your students rules and build a classroom community at the beginning of the school year. Here are the books I read aloud to my students during the first week of school! 1. First […]
Starting the new school year is really exciting for teachers, but can also be stressful. Here are a few tips on how to start the beginning of the school year to help you have a less-stressed first day of school! Beginning of the Year Read Alouds Sometimes it is easiest to teach a lesson by […]
Did you just land your first teaching job? CONGRATULATIONS! That is a huge accomplishment! The first year of teaching is definitely the hardest. I put together 5 first year teacher tips to help you prepare for the school year and ease some of your anxiety! 1. You don’t need a “Pinterest perfect” classroom. When I […]
I feel like mental health is a “taboo” topic. But it shouldn’t be. It should be something that is talked about so people who suffer with their mental health don’t feel so alone. That’s how I felt for a long time…alone. Like no one had ever felt the same way I felt. Some days, my […]
Do you have one area in your classroom that makes you excited everytime you see it? For me, it is my classroom library. Your classroom library is where a lifelong love of books begins for children. It should be a place children visit often and bring joy and excitement. But the question is: How do […]