How to Cope with a Disrespectful Parent
…it from happening again. A few weeks ago I posted a question on Facebook that had been submitted by “Lynn,” a new teacher who wanted to know how to handle…
…it from happening again. A few weeks ago I posted a question on Facebook that had been submitted by “Lynn,” a new teacher who wanted to know how to handle…
…accomplish that goal. They enjoy working more than 40 hours, but they want to find a work/life balance that feels right. One of your first tasks as a new member…
…have come up with are: How were medieval castle walls constructed? (passion project idea: constructing a model of a castle wall) Can I create new dessert recipes? (passion project idea:…
…down key to move the cursor down to the next student. Becoming Proficient with Google Classroom (and a Freebie!) The program is most effective when you assign digital work and…
I love creating new seasonal activities, but I always try to make them educational. As a child, I used to love to make paper chains to decorate our Christmas tree,…
…book was first intended as supplement to Power Reading Workshop, but then I began learning about the new Common Core State Standards, and realized it could be much more. It…
Science is one of my favorite subjects, and I’ve always been interested in geology and landforms. I remember hiking through the White Mountains of New Hampshire as a child, listening…
…of the poems. You can download the free Analyzing Poetry Graphic Organizer from my TpT store. Reading and Analyzing Poetry I decided to begin with “Who Has Seen the Wind.”…
…to use some of our new vocabulary. As students were planning, I allowed them to brainstorm with their table groups their long list of steps for the left side of…
…then put it in their planner for their parents to sign also. The student then has to do the work again during their free time at home and recess. I…
…grading rubric to hold them accountable for their writing. Weekly Letter Writing Freebie You can download the free grading rubric, example letters, an information sheet, and monthly topic ideas at…
…not introduce any new material while a small group is being pulled. You don’t want those students to miss anything. Stations I LOVE stations but they can be a little…
