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If you're feeling overwhelmed thinking about your first week of school, I want you to know: you're not alone. The first week brings a mix of anticipation, pressure, and hope. Whether you're a brand new teacher or returning for your tenth year, there's nothing quite like Day 1. It's full of potential and also, if we’re being honest, a bit of chaos. The truth? You don’t have to do everything. And ...
Morphology instruction in upper elementary gives students a way to break words down, reason through meaning, and approach academic vocabulary with confidence and strategy. As upper elementary ...
Starting Number Talks in the first weeks of school can be a game-changer for both students and teachers. It’s not just about solving math problems—it’s about building a classroom culture where every ...
The end of the year in the classroom is a whirlwind—equal parts celebration, exhaustion, and countdown. Whether you teach kindergarten or 6th grade, it can be tempting to coast into summer break and ...
Let’s be real—state test season can feel like a lot. Between test prep, schedule changes, and keeping the energy in the room positive, it’s easy to feel like your classroom could use a little extra ...
Looping with my class this year, I’ve really had the opportunity to invest in and get to know my students. With extra time to see them as people, not ...
Growth Mindset: The Power of Yet Recently my 1st grade classroom has morphed into a K/1 combination classroom and then resulted in HUGE gaps ...
1st Grade Classroom Reveal This is it, my big classroom reveal! This is the first year where I have stayed in the same room in the same grade. As I ...
The First Day Of 1st Grade What does the first day of 1st grade look like? Happy day, friends! I hope this post finds you well and loving (or ...
