Guided reading is a must in my classroom. It’s the best and most effective way to help students achieve their reading goals. It’s my favorite part of the day, and I’m so excited to share with you how I organize my groups and what documents I use during each meeting! GET SOME BINS! Dollar Tree […]
How to Use Class Dojo in Your Classroom
When I took this second grade position, I had many things on my to-do list. However, the first item on my list was classroom management ideas. Any teacher would agree that the most important skill in running a class is classroom management. There are so many strategies, but my go-to is Class Dojo! The Benefits […]
FIVE SENSES INTERACTIVE ACTIVITY FOR KINDERGARTEN AND FIRST GRADE
Teaching the five senses in kindergarten and first grade is a crucial aspect of early childhood education. Not only does it help children develop their cognitive abilities, but it also helps them make sense of the world around them. You need this five senses interactive activity that comes with my Five Senses Science Unit! Five […]
Benefits of Fidget Toys in the Classroom
Fidget toys–what is your first thought when you hear those words? Fidget toys made an entrance into classrooms in recent years, and there are definitely mixed teacher feelings about them. However, there are huge benefits of fidget toys in the classroom. And if you introduce them correctly, they will work for you too! What is […]
STUDENT ORGANIZATION MADE EASY
Do your students struggle with keeping a desk clean and organized? During my first year of teaching, I had way too many students lose papers and assignments. I knew I had to come up with a better plan. This DOT binder system turned out to be a great way to introduce student organization to my […]
BACK TO SCHOOL LESSONS FOR LITTLE LEARNERS
Back to school is such an exciting time for teachers. However, the to-do list is rather lengthy, and it can be hard to get everything done. To be honest, there have been a few years where I focus on planning my routines, organization and schedules and realize I don’t have the first week planned. That’s […]