Love them of hate them, they are here!It is time for parent teacher conferences. Conferences can be stressful but I actually enjoy them. Teaching is all about building relationships - with students and their families. I approach conferences as another way to deepen our relationship. We have two ... Read More about Mastering Parent-Teacher Conferences: Your Ultimate Guide to Success
7 Ways to Help Struggling Readers in First Grade
First grade is a monumental time for your students in their reading journey. During first grade, children are developing the necessary skills to have a solid foundation in reading. But, not all students enter first grade at the same reading level. Some students are just emerging, while others have ... Read More about 7 Ways to Help Struggling Readers in First Grade
Unlocking Literacy Success: Exploring the Significance of Phonological and Phonemic Awareness
Research has shown that phonological and phonemic awareness are a great predictor of future reading success. Being phonologically aware prepares children for later reading instruction in phonics, word analysis, and spelling (Adams, Foorman, Lundberg, & Beeler, 1998; Chard, Simmons, ... Read More about Unlocking Literacy Success: Exploring the Significance of Phonological and Phonemic Awareness
Camping Day in First Grade
The end of the year is exhausting, and I truly don't know if there is any other way to describe it. And, this time every year, I wish I were sitting by a bonfire curled up in a cozy blanket with a book that isn't about the science of reading or how to better myself as a teacher. My camping dreams ... Read More about Camping Day in First Grade
8 Must Do (Yes, Really) End of the School Year Activities
The end of the year tends to creep up on us fast! We blink, and somehow, it’s May! And the last few months of school get super busy and can be overwhelming for students, so it’s important to incorporate fun activities that help them enjoy their time. And it’s a fun way for me to celebrate them. Snag ... Read More about 8 Must Do (Yes, Really) End of the School Year Activities
Visualizing Activities for Deeper Reading Comprehension
First grade teachers really focus on reading comprehension in the spring. It’s that magical time of the year when our students are reading (finally) and we can really tailor our teaching to understanding what we are reading. If you haven’t read my post on reading comprehension, head here ... Read More about Visualizing Activities for Deeper Reading Comprehension
6 Ideas for Your Classroom Winter Party
Can you believe we are already thinking about holiday parties? I feel like it was just Halloween, but here we are. Holiday parties still might look a little different for your district this year. Before Covid, many schools allowed parents in the classroom to help with planning and assisting with the ... Read More about 6 Ideas for Your Classroom Winter Party
Understanding the Components of Structured Literacy
Structured literacy is an evidence-based approach to teaching literacy that supports all learners, including those with dyslexia. Structured literacy emphasizes diagnostic, explicit, systematic, and cumulative, teaching of the components of literacy including phonology, sound-symbol, syllable ... Read More about Understanding the Components of Structured Literacy
Fall Activities in the First Grade Classroom
Fall is here, and I am definitely ready for it. I love summer, but I am in definite need of some cooler weather and all things pumpkin. I absolutely love incorporating fall activities into my classroom, and it gets my students really excited about learning. From pumpkins to apples, and Halloween ... Read More about Fall Activities in the First Grade Classroom
5 Effective Classroom Management Tools
Classroom management is one of the most essential pieces of a successful school year. As teachers, we are always in a battle with making sure our students are on-task and engaged in learning. The thing with classroom management is, if you don't teach it, you can't expect it. This is why it's so ... Read More about 5 Effective Classroom Management Tools
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