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Please note, this post is sponsored by Office Depot, but all opinions and ideas expressed are my own. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! If you’re looking for a fun and easy Valentine’s Day classroom craft to complete with your kiddos this upcoming week, I’ve got you covered! Today, I’m partnering with Office Depot/OfficeMax to share a little V-day… Read More
Does the word “I-Ready” send chills down your spine? Well… it does… or at least DID for me… that was until I figured out how to find peace with the program and satisfy the wolves who came knocking on my door when my times weren’t up to par. I know I CAN’T possibly be the only teacher who felt this… Read More
Open House is just around the corner and stress levels are always high! Standing in front of parents can always be a bit nerve-wracking, but I’ve found that it’s better for me to find joy in connecting with my parents then stressing over what I need to say. (Doesn’t always mean I don’t get stressed, but it does help!) One… Read More
There comes a time in every teacher’s career where they come to embrace things that make their lives easier… For me… it is task cards! Let me take a moment and discuss that a little further… Why love them so? They are so darn versatile! Need a “read the room” activity because the class is getting squirrelly? Get out those task… Read More
For the past few years, on the first day back from Winter Break, I’ve had my kids work on their own New Year’s Resolutions. This year will be no different. Seconds need to goal set, too! That’s why I love using these easy New Year’s Resolution Tab Book for the students to write their goals in. Now, I don’t… Read More
I don’t know about you guys, but I am exhausted AND we’re only two days into the week! Halloween has got my kiddos up in a buzz. This poor teacher is living off chocolate and Crystal Light Energy! {But mostly chocolate…;)} As I am expounding all my energy just trying to get through the day, I realized that by the end… Read More