Classroom Awards Make Kids Feel Special!

…and who were facing difficulties and a lack of parent support. I couldn’t help but feel sorry for them, so I decided that our class would have its own awards…

Fostering a Growth Mindset with Brain Bucks

…difficult for all of us, even when we understand why we need to make changes. Fortunately, with a little support and encouragement, even students who began the year with a…

Helping Children Cope with Tragedy

…daughters back to school, confident in the love and support they would receive in our community. I volunteered to stay. I wanted to deliver a message: that we were meant…

Learning Goals in Workstations

…of games to support our learning. I think it’s especially important for kiddos to be able to articulate learning goals when the activity is a game. It’s sometimes easy to…

7 DonorsChoose Tips for Success

…$600 in DonorsChoose gift cards to lucky supporters of our giving page! I love helping teachers learn successful strategies on writing DonorsChoose proposals and getting their projects funded, so I…

Show What You Know!

…you may want to reseat your students for the activity and provide each team with differentiated task cards. Students who need additional support may need an assistant or parent volunteer…

Undercover Boss – School Style!

…on and on. Is it any wonder that administrators, school leaders, and the Sunshine Committees are often searching for ways to support the staff and improve the school climate? Undercover…

20 Terrific Quiet Signals That Work!

…of these links, you will not pay anything extra. However, I will earn a small commission on those sales which helps to support my work creating resources for teachers. Thanks!…

Building EQ While Expanding IQ

…have been more and more studies to support this notion. Research shows that people who have a high EQ are more confident, have healthier relationships, and see more success in…