As the end of the year approaches in my school district, my fifth grade students have morphed into crazed zombies—little thought and lots of activity. I know it’s normal for this time of year, but I’m wondering what happened to my sweet little students from the beginning of the year! They’re still in there, somewhere!…
Top 3 Time-Savers That Are Amazing for Your Students Too
Usually I begin my posts with stories of my clients, teacher friends, or of my own experience. Today, though, I want to give you the facts for those of you wanting more freedom in your lives or provide balance being mothers AND effective teachers. For the record, I know you’re an excellent teacher because you’re…
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Why You Always Have Time to Teach Everything
Several years ago our state integrated common core standards into our own. Every year, we receive new training on the updates. I’m grateful our district cares enough about us teachers to make sure we are well educated and properly trained. However, when we teachers face our 80 ELA standards, we start to look like wild-eyed…
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Top 5 Ways to Use Top 5s
Do you ever wonder whether your children are more inspired and creative than you are? A few months ago my ten-year old son invented an activity we began to call “Top 5’s”. First, you choose a subject, like “best memories” or “favorite movies” or “coolest superheroes.” Everyone playing the game takes a few minutes to…
Top 5 TRUE Teacher Hacks
Aren’t you just intrigued with idea of finding an amazing teacher hack? I am! But, if you’re like every teacher I know, you don’t have the time to read about time-saving strategies. I get it: both the reality and the irony. I decided to research some specific teacher hacks, proven by the test of time….