What Every New Teacher Needs to Know

…others!! Kelly Bergeron – I just finished my first year of teaching! I think the most important thing is being prepared and organized, and flexibility is equally important! Lessons won’t…

Top 20 Tips for Landing a Teaching Job

…in your own classroom….even if it is a better way. Jenni DelVecchio: One thing I did was to send a thank you note for the interviews I did get. Thank…

Fraction Predict and Compare Partner Activity

No doubt about it … comparing fractions is tough for kids, especially when those fractions have different denominators! In fact, some might argue that this skill is too challenging for…

15 Tips for Lining Up Your Class

…they ALL have to follow procedures in case it’s them!! Laura Grover: Best idea I heard that I actually use is this. I challenged my students to line up perfectly….

Team Table Management

…items with the number of the team tub. Team Captains It’s helpful to designate a Team Captain each day. This person is in charge of all the materials in the…

How to Regain Your Love of Teaching

…the relationships with the kids – I just remember the smiles I get in the morning, the letters and pictures I get drawn (I keep them all in a folder),…