10 Back to School Amazon Teacher Favorites
***Prices change often, but these are my favorite travel items and Amazon deals on sale now! The Thrill of New Beginnings As summer fades and the air grows crisp with the promise of autumn, the time comes to exchange swimsuits and flip-flops for backpacks and books. For both teachers and students, the return to school […]
5 Qualities That Make GREAT Teachers
Not everyone is an educator, but everyone is a teacher. What makes a great teacher? Fill in the blank. Great teachers __________________________? Think about it for a moment. I’m sure some of you might have said planning… planning is important, but it doesn’t make you a great teacher. Here is what I think makes a […]
Math Center Ideas For Kindergarten That Are Actually Fun
Most teachers are familiar with using math centers in the classroom. Centers provide a great way to practice skills while encouraging group interaction. They also allow students to work with concepts while teachers employ direct instruction with an individual student or small group of students. Centers can provide the perfect opportunity for students to use […]
Using Games In The Classroom
Games are an important part of childhood. From sports to board games, children all over the world play together to learn social skills and have fun. However, games haven’t always been a welcome strategy in the classroom. In the schools of the not-so-distant past, they were something kids were to do on the playground or […]