Do you love the look and functionality of classroom posters, but dislike the fact all your big company manufactured posters are mix-and-match and don’t really gel with your current classroom theme? I have always felt that way and for years, I always ONLY purchased classroom decor items that were solid primary colors so that way […]
Back To School Teaching Ideas
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Back-To-School Bulletin Board Ideas!
Hey teaching friends! I was thinking about Back-to-School Bulletin Boards as a random thought this morning and remembered a really fun idea that I came up with when I was our third grade team leader. Every grade level in our school had a bulletin board in the main hallway that needed changed every month, so […]
September Student Journal Prompt Cards!
As the school year starts, you’ll want to start the process of learning more than just the names of students in your class. These writing prompts for kids can make that a little bit easier on you, since the beginning of the school year can already have so much going on. These can also double […]
Back-to-School Books and Activities
Back to school read alouds are a great way for your new students to get to know you and feel comfortable in a low-stress environment. Everyone loves to be entertained. Even better when you can find matching educational activities that you would be covering anyway to strategically place in your lesson plans! Choosing the right books […]
Classroom Bulletin Board Backgrounds
It’s almost that time! Many teachers are either already back in school or prepping for the new school year to begin! I have found there is a love/hate relationship with bulletin boards: either you love to be creative and put them together or you consider them a necessary evil. Just the decision of what to […]
Secrets of Stellar Student Listening
True story: I was tired of repeating directions and instructions over and over and over again in the classroom. I was also frustrated with the noise level – and how when I really need to get my students’ attention, I had defaulted to trying to talk over them in order to be heard. I […]
DIY Welcome Banner
I know a ton of you are heading back into the classroom already, and I also know time is short. Trying to get that elusive class roster. Attending those all-so-fun back to school PD sessions when all you really want to do is unpack your classroom. Trying to learn all about the […]
Welcome Back Banner Freebie!
Hey teaching friends! I whipped up a little freebie for you to use to welcome students, parents, and staff back-to-school! Perfect for Open House Night, a staff meeting, or even the first day of school! {I had to do something to kill my time. I am taking my oldest to college for the first time […]
3 BTS Binder Ideas
Hey teacher friends and welcome to Back to School! I know there are still a few of you who have another week or so, but for the most part, everyone is either prepping a classroom, attending an inservice, or actively teaching students right now. WELCOME BACK! My good friends over at Avery hooked me up […]