Vestal's 21st Century Classroom

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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

Create the Perfect Classroom Escape Room

Classroom Escape Room Escape rooms, also known as breakout challenges, are a trendy activity. So, it is no surprise that classroom escape rooms are popping up in schools around the world. Escape room puzzles are great activities for students! Not only are they fun, but they also invoke several twenty-first century skills such as critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. Classroom ... Read More about Create the Perfect Classroom Escape Room