The main reason I became a teacher is that I wanted to help children learn. Empowering students’ learning and watching them grow brings me joy. Diversity and differences in learning needs are what make my job fun. If I could … Continue reading →

This blog post is for busy teachers who need a quick bulletin board makeover to give the classroom an autumn feel. Whether you need informational, interactive, or decorative bulletin boards in your classroom, we hope these simple templates and ideas … Continue reading →

To say that my first back-to-school night as a teacher was a bit nerve racking would be an understatement! However, through the years, I learned some invaluable lessons that helped me build confidence and set the stage for an outstanding … Continue reading →

Is handwriting here to stay? With our increased use of technology and day-to-day texting, typing, and tweeting, it’s no surprise that handwriting is suffering and may seem like a “lost art.” However, the scientific and psychological research supporting handwriting provides … Continue reading →

Having a place for students’ completed work and notes to go home may be the single most helpful organizational idea for your classroom. Here are some ideas to manage the paper flow: Hanging folder system: Cardboard pockets decorated with a … Continue reading →

No matter if this is your first year of teaching or your fortieth, the first day/week of school can be overwhelming. Here are some tips that just might help you survive those first challenging days. Before the first day: Plan … Continue reading →

At the start of my teaching career, I was fortunate to have a perceptive principal who loaned me a book. I don’t remember the title of that book, but the essence was about keeping a balance in your life as … Continue reading →

Bringing yoga to the classroom offers a new kind of education for teachers and students alike. Yoga in the school setting has grown at a fast pace over the past decade. According to Karma Carpenter, founder and director of the … Continue reading →