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
14 Picture Books for Building Classroom Community
The beginning of a new year is challenging regardless of how many years you’ve been teaching. We are preparing our classrooms, planning lessons, and welcoming new students into our classrooms. The first few weeks of school include getting to know you activities and introducing classroom procedures ... Read More about 14 Picture Books for Building Classroom Community
7 Mistakes I’ve Made When Teaching Phonics
I've been teaching for quite some time…so you can only imagine all of the things I have learned and all the mistakes I have made. But, as teachers, we constantly learn new things and better our teaching methods for our students. Whether you're a new teacher, a veteran teacher, or just a teacher ... Read More about 7 Mistakes I’ve Made When Teaching Phonics
6 Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Behaviors in the Classroom
Dealing with disruptive behaviors in the classroom can be a challenging task for any teacher. These behaviors can not only interfere with the learning process but can also negatively impact the teacher's ability to maintain classroom management. Fortunately, there are strategies you can use to ... Read More about 6 Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Behaviors in the Classroom
The 100th Day of School
It’s January so the 100th day of school is upon us! Most schools celebrate the 100 day in January or February, so let’s dig into some fun ways to enjoy the 100th day of school in first grade. I love celebrations but also like to stick to a schedule. Take the needs of your class into consideration ... Read More about The 100th Day of School
Yes! Students Can Set Goals in First Grade!
And, the new year is a great time to do it! The new year is a great time to talk about goal setting with your students. We touch on this throughout the year, but we can really hone in on this during the new year. We want all want our students to be successful. We want our students to learn to ... Read More about Yes! Students Can Set Goals in First Grade!
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