When I was in undergrad, I was SO excited about my course with Mrs. Duhon. This was the class in which we would learn alllll about how to make our classroom "work." AND we'd get to be in classrooms, too! I was so eager to get to the part about learning how to set up my classroom but we, first, spent … [Read more...] about First Year Teacher: 5 Important Behavior Management Plans to Develop
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First Year Teacher: Classroom Routines and Procedures to Plan for
Kids CRAVE routine. They need it and they want it. Don't believe me? Give your students a free day and see how crazy it is. When kids know the classroom routines and procedures there is stability in your classroom. This means their behavior is better and thus learning is increased! When to … [Read more...] about First Year Teacher: Classroom Routines and Procedures to Plan for
Classroom Organization Ecourse- A free ecourse designed for YOU!
This has been a busy summer. I had all these grand plans of doing so much blog stuff and between the wedding and the naps...I've just been struggling. But have no fear! Last week I hopped onto facebook and asked you all what the biggest struggle was when it came to classroom organization … [Read more...] about Classroom Organization Ecourse- A free ecourse designed for YOU!
Simple Anchor Chart Ideas and Organization Tips
Embarrassing story moment... I have this very vivid memory of being in an undergrad class and watching presentations in which the phrase "anchor chart" was said multiple times. I had no idea why it was called an anchor chart. I had speculation that it was a chart that went up on the wall... but why … [Read more...] about Simple Anchor Chart Ideas and Organization Tips
Engaging and Fun Standardized Testing Review Ideas
The time has come where standardized testing is upon us. Admin is talking about it constantly, data is being poured over and reviewed, and we are beginning our "countdown to testing" review activities. It's a stressful time, and can be very stressful for our kiddos too. Today's post is from two of … [Read more...] about Engaging and Fun Standardized Testing Review Ideas
Classroom Transformation: Prepping for Standardized Testing
During my first year of teaching, I taught in a testing grade which meant that spring semester was full force in prepping for the upcoming standardized testing. We all dread the test, but we have to deal with it regardless. And classroom transformations are a fun way to amp up the engagement in a … [Read more...] about Classroom Transformation: Prepping for Standardized Testing
