One thing I miss about being a teacher is the creative aspect of it. I loved creating bulletin boards to display class info, student work, data, anything! Even though I have gotten numerous paper cuts, stapled my finger to the wall and
Favorite Children’s Books
I apparently learned to read at the age of four. While I don’t remember my first book exactly, I do remember reading my dads Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader books…in the bathroom of course. To do this day I love books. I still remember that
A Wrinkled Heart: Chrysanthemum Lesson
"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me." Those words have been said by everyone at least once in their lives, but how true is it? The truth is, names can hurt and leave a lasting affect on some people. Kids are
Classroom Management Ideas
Throughout my teaching I tried a variety of different methods for classroom management. The key is finding what works best for YOUR group of kids. What may have worked like a charm for another teacher, may leave you overwhelmed. These are
10 Tips New Teachers Can Use
Being a first-year teacher is exciting, overwhelming, and everything else you can think of. Here are 10 tips new teachers can use! These can even be for the student teacher who wants to get a head start. Before you apply places, figure
Organization in the Classroom
I grew up with neat freak parents who insisted on daily chores, and hardcore cleaning on the weekends. As a kid all of these chores pretty much seemed like the end of the world. However, as I got older I realized that that genetic trait
Fidget Spinners: Ninja Star Weapon Or Useful Tool?
Anyone who is teaching, has taught, or even knows a teacher knows that throughout history there has been a multitude of fads that had teachers reaching for the aspirin. Toys making their way into classrooms is not a new thing. I mean who
