
Creative Organization Solutions for Teachers
If you follow me on Insta then you know I’ve been pretty crafty these past few weeks and I am FINALLY ready to share with

All About My Selfie An About Me Back to School Writing Activity
One of my favorite back to school writing activities is to have my students write about themselves. What kid doesn’t like to go on and

5 Things to Consider When Selecting a Close Reading Text
So, your district told you it’s time to start implementing a Close Reading Routine in your classroom, but there’s just one *little* problem… You have

10 Alternatives to Whiteboards in the Classroom
Every teacher loves their EXPO dry erase markers. Even more? Their dry erase board. But what happens if you don’t have access to whiteboards in

Using Hand Signals for Quick Formative Assessment
One of my biggest complaints about teaching in the classroom is time. Or really, the lack thereof… time is precious. Talking/assessing seems to take up

Curriculum Binder: A Teacher’s Right Hand Man…
Staying organized is one of the most important parts of being a teacher (I mean besides that whole educating the future, part) Staying organized is

Third Grade Training Camp: End of the Year Review for 2nd Grade
The end of the year is always the hardest part of the school year. You’re tired, the kids are crazy. Everyone just seems to want

Expo Dry Erase Markers with Ink Indicator: My New Favorite Marker
Every once in a while a product comes along that takes your breath away. It makes you say, “YAAAAAAASSSSSS! Where have you been all my

My Earth Day Promise Writing and Craft
Earth Day is almost here! I mean whenever I start seeing commercials for the Disney Animal movie for the year, I know Earth Day is