Ever notice how some kids mysteriously get a "stomachache" right before math? It's not just a coincidence. Math anxiety is real, and it can show up as early as kindergarten. It's not about being "bad ...
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Simple and Fun End of the School Year Celebration
The end of the school year is just around the corner, and if you're like me, you're probably feeling a mix of exhaustion and excitement. We've got about two more weeks left, and I know it can feel ...
7 Classroom Management Tips for Those Little Classroom Annoyances
Hey teachers, do you have problems in your classroom? Maybe your students do things that bother you. Today, we'll talk about common annoyances teachers have in the classroom. We'll also give you 7 ...
6 Halloween Games and Activities That Keep Students Learning (and You Sane)
A Full Day of Fun Without the Chaos Our school is dedicating an entire day to Halloween this year. That includes costumes, parades, and all. After the morning excitement, I already know my students ...
Multiplication Strategies 101: Strategies That Build Fluency
I love teaching multiplication strategies! They help my students become more fluent and strengthen their knowledge of numbers. Multiplication is more than remembering which product goes with which ...
Benefits of Doing STEAM: This Might Surprise You!
Want to know the benefits of doing STEAM? Here are 9 reasons EVERY teacher should include STEAM in their instruction weekly! First off, let's talk about what STEAM is. STEAM standards for Science, ...