Using children's literature as a social emotional learning example is a great way to build social, emotional, and literacy skills. I love when I can use one book for so…
Language Acquisition for ELL Students: Strategies for All Effective strategies to support language acquisition for ELL students are needed for all children with language deficiencies. There are several ways to…
Writing . . . who loves writing? Well . . . many do; however, I would gander a guess that many more do not. Where do you fall on this…
How many of your students love to write? Everyone? Probably not. Many writers, children and adults alike, stare at a blank page . . . and sit there staring, staring,…
First Week of School: The Most Important I love this time of year!!! Listening to school bells ring all across the globe as students and teachers head back to school…
Children's Literature: Using Experts I remember taking a class about children's literature in my undergrad studies. This was one of my favorite classes because I was able to enjoy reading…
Classroom Organization Organizing a classroom space requires thought, time, and tips. I have put together my best tips to help you organize your classroom, supplies, and the famous classroom library! …
Back to School Prep Time It's that time of the year!! Back to School specials, supplies, and surprises!! How do you get ready for your Back to School excitement? What…
Have you ever started a school year and were swamped with 1,000+ things to get done? I'm sure designing a yearlong curriculum map was probably not at the top of…
Self Care ~ What is it? How often do we take that moment to do something that makes us happy? Most of us are juggling several roles: mom/dad, wife/husband, brother/sister,…
The Great Debate of 2020 Reopening schools . . . the ongoing educational debate that students, parents, teachers, and policymakers are going through has heated discussions in all groups. Although…
Lessons: Start the New Year Starting a new school year involves careful planning. During that first week of school there are expectations that need to be set, routines practiced, pre-assessments…
New Year: Back to School Time! Beginning a new school year in the middle of a health pandemic is going to be a unique experience. How is your district reopening…
Reopen Schools Have you started thinking about returning to school this fall? There are many questions about reopening plans and learning options. Districts across the nation are considering various aspects…
School is out and summer always brings an opportunity for experiential learning and adventures. Even teachers appreciate this time to rejuvenate their brains and body and hangout with family!! Therefore,…