Last week I posted about How to Select the BEST Whiteboards for Students. If you missed it, be sure to check it out! So, it’s only fitting that this week I delve into dry erase markers. And just like with […]
How to Select the Best Whiteboards for Students
Individual student whiteboards are a must-have, especially in an elementary classroom! They have unlimited uses and will be used every single day. Some uses include solving a math problem and holding it up to compare with the class, writing words, […]
7 Simple Money Saving Tips For Teachers
With prices on the rise, who isn’t looking for ways to cut costs and save money? But in particular one group stands out to me: Teachers! Teachers by nature are bargain hunters. We are always looking for a deal as […]
Thank You, Teachers!
Teacher Appreciation week is next week! Is your school/district doing anything fun to celebrate all of you amazing educators? My school does a little something extra each day and encourages students to bring in gifts for their teachers. A gift […]
Using Data Effectively
The middle of the year is an excellent time to look at your students’ data and analyze it! I agree with most educators that there is too much testing in schools. However since we have this data, we should use […]
Rock Your Report Card Comments
The end of the semester is just around the corner! And you know what that means. Time to complete report cards for your students and fill in the dreaded comments section. I tell you the first time I wrote report […]
10 Secret Santa Gifts $5 or Less
It’s that time of year! Time for the Sunshine Committee to spread some cheer by involving staff in Secret Santa! I actually really enjoy Secret Santa. It’s a fun way to connect with a co-worker and bring some extra joy […]
10 Super-Easy Teacher Lunch Ideas
Our lunch period goes by in a flash, but it is important to eat and take a short break during that time (even, it’s only a few deep breaths). I know many of you have to eat your lunch with […]
Reading Intervention: A Day in the Life
I just started my second year as a reading interventionist and am loving it! I hope I will get to continue in this position for years to come, but time will tell. Anyway, when people ask what my job is […]
What Teachers Teach That Curriculums Don’t
I had no idea what my topic for this week was until today. I was thinking about yesterday when a fourth grade student asked me to help him tie his shoe. I said, “You don’t know how to tie to […]