Back to School Read Alouds for Upper Elementary There are so many things to cram into the first days of school. Introductions, rules, procedures… I get exhausted just thinking about it! The first days can also be challenging because teaching rules and procedures can quickly become boring and redundant. To keep things fun, I use back to school read alouds with my upper elementary students. ... Read More about Back to School Read Alouds for Upper Elementary
Amazon Prime for Teachers
Amazon Prime for Teachers If you’re like me, Amazon Prime is your go-to for almost everything. Why spend time going to a store and strolling the aisles in search of what you need? With Amazon, you can quickly locate what you need (and what you don’t need) and have it delivered to your home within 48 hours. But, Amazon not only makes personal shopping easy. Amazon Prime for teachers also ... Read More about Amazon Prime for Teachers
Daily 5 Activities for Upper Elementary
Daily 5 Activities A few years ago, all the teachers at a faculty meeting were given the Daily 5 book. As the books were distributed, we were told that we would be required to use the system outlined in the book to teach ELA. I have to be honest… as an upper elementary teacher, I hated the Daily 5 when it was first introduced to me. I struggled to make the Daily 5 activities meaningful for my ... Read More about Daily 5 Activities for Upper Elementary
Classroom Management Techniques for New Teachers
Classroom Management Techniques A classroom is filled with approximately 25 people. Each of those people have their own personalities. One of the most important goals for any teacher is learning how to have each of those personalities work together to create a great learning environment. To help you do that, here are the most important classroom management techniques for new teachers! What ... Read More about Classroom Management Techniques for New Teachers
15 Teaching Tips for New Teachers
Teaching Tips for New Teachers Did you know new teachers learn something new almost every day? Each day is filled with activities new teachers have never done before such as lesson planning, classroom management, classroom organization, and so much more. It’s no wonder many first-year teachers burn out! Recently, I was reflecting on my first year as a teacher. As I thought about being a ... Read More about 15 Teaching Tips for New Teachers
