How to Prepare for Winter Break
The week before break is always so busy…there’s just so much to do!! Parties, concerts, excitement, and don’t forget to try to squeeze in some…
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5 Tips for Shopping the Teachers Pay Teachers Sale
The Teachers Pay Teachers site-wide sale only happens a few times a year, and it is always a great time to grab resources that are…
The Importance of Interactive Read Aloud
Reading aloud to students has always been one of my favorite parts of the day. Connecting through books is so powerful. The read-aloud strategy is…
How to Make a Reading Workshop Schedule with Limited Time
After launching reading workshop and grouping your students, setting up a schedule is the next important step. Using a workshop model means that your reading…
Back to School Teachers Pay Teachers Sale
The Teachers Pay Teachers sitewide sale for back to school is happening NOW!! And, while I LOVE sitewide sale time, it can sometimes feel overwhelming.…
How to Group Students for a Successful Reading Workshop
Reading workshop allows your students to develop and grow as active readers, building foundational skills to be lifelong readers. Your students will acquire vocabulary skills,…
5 Time Saving Tips for Classroom Setup
Classroom setup can be a daunting task throughout the summer. Depending on your school’s policy, you may be able to set up throughout the summer…
5 Ways to Create a Class Community
The first days and weeks of school are so important as you and your students get to know each other. The first days of school…
7 Ways to Prepare While Still Relaxing This Summer
As a teacher you already know that there is so much to do, all the time…even during the summer! “But you have summers off, right?”…