Wait Time – The Strategy That Can Make All the Difference in How You Teach
By implementing more wait time, or the time you wait before calling on a student to answer a question, you give ALL students a chance to excel.
How to Teach Students to Take Notes
Are you or your students struggling with how to take notes in class? Check out these easy methods that will make note taking and studying easier!
25 Inexpensive Holiday Gifts for Students That Won’t Break the Bank
The holidays are here and with a class full of students, that can be expensive! Check out these 25 inexpensive holiday gifts for students!
Unit Study: Homeschool and Classroom How To Ideas
Do you want to integrate your teaching around a central theme? Then you want a unit study. Here’s how to create one!
Fun Ways to Celebrate Students’ Birthdays in the Classroom
Hip hip hooray! It’s the birthday of one of your students. How do you celebrate it in a fun and easy way? We’ve got 8 fantastic options!
How to Use Desk Pets for Classroom Management
Desk pets. They are all the rage and for good reason! Here is all you need to know to effectively use desk pets in your classroom or homeschool.
Alternative Seating in the Classroom and Homeschool
Move beyond the typical desk and chairs and consider alternative seating in the classroom. It may be just the change your learners need!
Ways to Help Students Deal with School Anxiety
It’s normal to feel some anxiety or apprehension before the first day of school, but some kids’ anxiety goes beyond that. Follow these steps to help students with school anxiety.
{Free} Getting to Know You Worksheet for Back to School
It’s back to school! Learn all about getting to know you worksheets – and grab an All About Me Worksheet for free!
Classroom Newsletters: Ideas and Free Editable Templates
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Your classroom newsletters connect you to parents and students. Find the style that works for you–and get a free editable template!Â
10 Classroom Procedures and Rules to Teach on the First Day of School
The first day with your students sets the tone for the whole year. Get everyone running smoothly with these 10 classroom procedures.
The Best Back to School Night Activities
You focus your planning on the first day of school, but back to school night is just as important. Start off on the right foot with your families with these back to school night activities.
The Best Shoes for Teachers
Standing all day to teach can take a toll! Invest in one (or more!) of the best shoes for teachers to keep your feet healthy and happy!
Team Building Activities for Middle School
Help break the ice at the beginning of the school year with these team building activities for middle school!
The Best Professional Development Books for Teachers
Keep learning your craft by reaching for a book! Check out the BEST professional development books for teachers and grow your skills today!
Homeschool Vs. Public School: Which Is Right for Your Family?
Take this quiz and figure out your answer to the question: homeschool vs. public school? Which is right for your family and why?
10 Teaching Tips for Children with Anxiety
Anxiety is classified as a behavioral disorder that is often co-occurring with other conditions. It…
How to Prepare Your Child for the First Day of Kindergarten
While it may sound exciting (and frightening!) for both you and your child, it’s important…
How to Get Your Child Excited About Going to Preschool
Starting preschool is such an emotional time for both little ones and their parents. \We…
Bullying in Schools
I remember the first time my daughter came home from fourth grade with a story…