As a new or first-year teacher one of your biggest challenges may be classroom management. Often teachers will struggle with behavior issues, a talkative class, or keeping kids on task. Here are some tried and true strategies for classroom management to help kindergarten and 1st-grade teachers.What Is Classroom Management?Good classroom management is one of the most important skills an elementary ... read more
8 First Year Teacher Tips For Teaching First Grade Curriculum
You just got the call saying that you got the job! You may be wondering what is it like to be a first year teacher in first grade? What can you expect and what will you be teaching? Here is a general overview of the curriculum you will teach in first grade.1. What Do First Grade Teachers Teach?The first thing you'll need to know as a first year teacher is what curriculum you'll be teaching. Most ... read more
Ultimate Kindergarten And First Grade School Supply List For Teachers
As you head back to school one thing you'll need to make is your school supply list for parents. Kindergarten and 1st grade students use lots of basic supplies over the year. Most schools will provide some things like paper, paint, and office necessities but that's about it. Teachers generally send home a materials list to students before school starts so parents can help with the cost of ... read more
20 Best Back To School Tips For New Elementary Teachers
If you're a new teacher you may be wondering what can you do now to prepare for fall when you begin teaching. Even if you're a veteran classroom teacher these back to school teacher tips can help you get prepped and ready for a great school year. 1. Meet With Your Team Before Back To SchoolOne of the best things you can do if you are a new kindergarten or first-grade teacher is meet with your ... read more
20 Simple Tips For Elementary Classroom Decor On A Budget
Classroom decor is one of the first things on every teacher's mind. You want your room cute and inviting but you're wondering how you can decorate a classroom without breaking the bank. Take a look at these 20 ideas for classroom decor on a budget.1. Less is more in classroom decorIf you're trying to maintain a budget when decorating your classroom the first thing to remember is "less is more." ... read more
How To Pack Up Your Classroom For Summer In 2022
Packing up your classroom at the end of the year can seem like a daunting task. The pool is calling your name and summer break is chasing at your heels. You deserve a stress-free summer vacation!So, how can you make starting back to school next year easier? Here are a few tips for packing up your classroom to make your life easier when August rolls around...TIP # 1 Start EarlyThe last week of ... read more
12 Easy Strategies To Manage End Of The Year Behavior
Has end of the year behavior become an issue in your elementary classroom? If you feel like there's a full moon the entire month of May, you're not alone. As the school year is drawing to a close, classroom behaviors can sometimes go wild. If you're suddenly wondering what happened to your well-behaved students check out these strategies for end of the year behavior management. 1. Stay ... read more
How To Host The Best Elementary School Talent Show
Are you wondering how to host an elementary school talent show? Your event can be the talk of the town with these simple and fun school talent show ideas!What is a talent show at school?A school talent show is a place for students to show off their special skills like singing, dancing or even telling jokes. Many of us have seen high school kids perform in a show like this, but can you actually do ... read more
Best End Of The Year Activities For First Grade 2022
End of the year activities for first grade can be a challenge. You still have several weeks left of school and kids just want to have fun. So how do you keep the countdown to the end of the school year exciting and still educational? Having your students be the teacher for the day is the perfect project to keep them on task and learning as you count down the days to your farewell on the last day ... read more
The Best April Math And Literacy Centers For First Grade
Flowers are beginning to bloom and the Easter Bunny is on his way which means it's time to switch to your April math and literacy centers! Spring fever is real, my friend, so how do you keep kids engaged and learning at centers? The trick is to use lots of hands-on manipulatives that will make the learning feel like play! Take a look. April Math & Literacy Centers1. April Math Center ... read more
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