Classroom management is one of the most essential pieces of a successful school year. As teachers, we are always in…
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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…
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7 Simple Yet Effective Ideas to Make Lessons More Engaging
I’ve been teaching first grade for quite some time, and my teaching styles and strategies have changed throughout the years….
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Tips for Teaching Nonfiction in First Grade
Teaching nonfiction in first grade can feel overwhelming, but it can be really fun for you and your students with…
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Promoting Kindness in the Classroom
November 13th is World Kindness Day, and it’s the perfect time to remind our students of the importance of spreading…
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Why I Love Spiral Review
I have been teaching for a long time, and I have seen many different philosophies and ways of doing things…
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How to Use Digital Resources in Your 1st Grade Classroom
This past year we had to stock up on digital resources for virtual learning. Before that, some of us rarely…
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4 Components of Morning Meeting
Although morning meeting looks different for each classroom, I truly believe it provides value and an abundance of benefits for every one of your students. Students feel safe, and part of a community and want to do well when relationships with their classmates and teachers are strong. A sense of belonging is so important in the classroom, and it plays a significant role in your overall classroom management and environment.
5 Benefits of Morning Meeting
Morning meetings are often a topic of conversation in the world of education and they are a game-changer in the…
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Social Emotional Learning in the Classroom and Distance Learning
Many school districts and teachers like you know that the social and emotional learning is going to be necessary this…
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Winter is Here So is Indoor Recess
It’s that dreaded time of the year, when recess moves indoors, and students go stir-crazy. Whether it’s snow, rain, or freezing…
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Glow Day Room Transformation
Classroom transformations are such a powerful way to get our students excited about learning. Glow Day is no exception to…
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Fostering Relationships in the Classroom
We all know that research says students need to feel included, loved, and safe in the classroom to learn. They…
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Relatonships Matter! Part 2 Discipline
This is the second installment of my blog series, Relationships Matter. Read the first blog post here. When trying to…
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Relationships Matter!
It’s a new year and that means time to reflect and change. The MOST important thing when it comes to…
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