5 Simple Strategies to Welcome Newcomers at School What is a newcomer? According to www.dictionary.com, a newcomer is a person that has recently arrived. In this article, we will learn strategies focusing on how to welcome newcomers to your classroom.…
School is out, summer is here, and now it’s time to figure out how to celebrate the solstice! I know, I know. Right now, you're sitting at home, resting after a long year of the "school hustle and bustle". Perhaps…
School's Out! School is out for summer!!! The anticipated excitement for upcoming plans and fun opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities is on or will be on the daily agenda!! I know teachers and parents are just as excited as kids…
Have you heard the buzz? You may have heard of several terms, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, and OpenAI, recently in educational journals, websites, or even in your classroom conversations. In this post, I'll be discussing ChatGPT, an innovative tool that's revolutionizing…
Technology: Then vs Now It is fair to say teachers are working with digital natives. Most students have held a device in their hands since the toddler years. As a result, teaching today looks quite different from classrooms twenty years…
We have come a long way in our online learning journey these past forty years. I remember in 8th grade (1982) being assigned a time slot once a week to go to the library. I had a partner, turned on…
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 children's literature and use the book as a spring board…
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! After reviewing these tips, add your personal thoughts and time…
Technology: Pedagogy You may be a new teacher, even a veteran teacher, and you realize technology usage is not going away. However, you're not quite sure how to use this tool in the classroom. Is it busy work? Should students…
Building a wall that prevents an intruder vehicle from breaking through can be a tough challenge!
WOW!! Such an exciting week getting the class set up and ready for my 4th and 5th graders. I teach a blended technology class where students get personalized learning via an online learning platform for math and ELA. This learning…