Out with Answer Keys – In with QR Codes!

…learning groups, QR codes will motivate your students to do their best work. Everyone wants the answer that pops up on their device to be THEIR solution to the problem!…

Supporting Self-Regulation in the Classroom

…daily Repetition – Builds neural pathways that become habits Reflection – Noticing sensations strengthens neural pathways Research – Support kids in becoming prescriptive with which tools work best for them…

5 Ways to Make Your Students Smile

…the rewards of the smiles will be worth it. Use humor in the classroom. I think humor is one of the best ways to build community in the classroom, and…

Teaching Kids How to Have REAL Discussions

…your point is…” Introducing the Strategies When you begin teaching students to have real discussions in which they link their ideas to others, it’s best to start with baby steps….

What Makes a Parent Love a Teacher

…examples: From a mother of two: Some of my favorite teachers have been those who were interested in my children and made them feel important. The best one made me…

25 Bulletin Boards You Can Keep Up All Year

…facts from that city/country. All the grades love this! Dan Watt – For the past four years (with this past year being the best year ever) I’ve created the “We…

Tips for Classroom Goal Setting

…need additional guidance and it’s best to identify those students early in the process. The single page form makes it easy for you as the teacher to review your students’…

Motivate Students to Take Charge of Their Learning

…and you don’t need motivation to finish out the year? You’ll love Angela’s book anyway! Reading it will reaffirm the best practices you’re already using, and you’ll learn new techniques…

Getting Started with Whole Brain Teaching

…Chris’s best-selling book, Whole Brain Teaching for Challenging Kids. His writing style is very entertaining and will have you laughing out loud, but there’s a lot of meat in the…