The Power of Audio Books

…Shiloh, and I allowed students in those groups to listen while reading their books each day. To manage the problem of multiple users needing the same audio player, I figured…

Math is More Than a Numbers Game

…mastering math facts or being able to solve complex computational problems. So what’s the best way to teach math vocabulary? I can assure you that having kids is memorize words…

Out with Answer Keys – In with QR Codes!

You know what QR codes are … those black and white patterned squares you scan with your smartphone to be taken to a webpage with more information about, well, anything!…

Fun with Customary Measurement Conversions

the best way to begin is with concrete, hands-on practice using actual measuring devices like rulers, yard sticks, cups, quarts, and gallons. However, even after students practice and explore with…

Team Table Management

…for each day of the week. Person #1 is always captain on Monday, Person #2 on Tuesday, and so on. If we have a full 5-day week, I just spin…

Top 20 Tips for Landing a Teaching Job

…week, I choose a few to feature on Facebook each day, where you’re invited to chime in with your advice. When I see a post that receives a large number

What Every New Teacher Needs to Know

…experience of being responsible for several dozen students for 6 or 7 hours a day, 5 days a week. Some things you have to figure out on your own, but…

The True Cost of Free Teaching Resources

…everything for free.” If you agree, I understand why you might feel that way. Really, I do. I used to feel that way, too, before I discovered the true cost…

PE Resources and Ideas for Regular Ed Teachers

number of responses, I compile the best answers to create a helpful blog post. Today’s Question Today’s question comes from Nikole, who is wondering, “I teach 4th grade at a…