Organizing the Class Library

I've struggled with keeping my classroom library organized for years.   The kids are in such a…

Getting Parents to Read Your Notes

I'm sure we've all been there: a note gets sent home, and it's never seen!   Parents are…

Active Students? Try Scoot!

Today I'm sharing a game that helped me through those last hectic weeks of school where the kiddos jus…

Tricks to Remember Measurement Units

Brain research teaches us that making a connection to something familiar helps students remember. …

What to do with All Those Papers!

No matter how we go about it, there are always papers at the end of the day. Once they're all correct…

Give 'em a Shout Out!

Do you have kids that do things well, and deserve attention for it?  Do you have things you're loo…

A Quick Exit Slip Procedure

My students have Independent Reading time daily. I try to make it a special time for the kiddos by let…

Tips for Teaching Procedures

The beginning of the school year is all about procedures.     The kids learn procedures for lining up, c…