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Fitting your first grade writing lessons into your day can sometimes feel like a struggle. But with these 5 tips you’ll have your students writing every day! 1. Sign In One of the easiest ways to get your kids writing from the very start of the day is to have them sign in. Create a sign in area near your… Read More
Yellow pencils, neatly sharpened and sitting in a cup. All ready for your students to begin writing on their first day of school. But how do you begin? What are the best first grade writing prompts for September? Kindergarten or first grade students should begin slowly. Fill your first week lessons with fun writing topics to help your kindergarten and… Read More
Do you ever get that feeling of dread when it’s time to teach writing? Do you feel frustrated with sloppy handwriting, lack of creativity and the same old boring writing from your students? If that feels like you, I’ll let you in on my secret. Balanced literacy is your ticket to creating first grade writers. What Is Balanced Literacy? In… Read More
Are you a new teacher that needs some help getting started in the fall? Maybe you’re a veteran that just wants some inspiration? Here’s a summer book list for teachers that will inspire you for back to school. 1. The Cornerstone You got the call! The one you’ve been waiting for telling you that you’ve been hired as a brand… Read More
Uncertainty is hanging in the air and every teacher is wondering what should be on their summer to do list. How do you prepare when you don’t know what school will look like in the fall? If your school is like mine, no decisions have been made, but teachers still want to plan ahead. Teachers are planners. We like… Read More
So, you’re sitting on your couch scrolling through Instagram or Facebook and everybody is talking about Boom Cards! Are you wondering what they are? Boom cards are my new favorite digital tool in my classroom! Let me tell you why…. What Are Boom Cards? When I think of boom cards, I think of a task card….only digital! Boom cards are… Read More
