Students helping students in the classroom is so powerful for our classroom communities. This type of peer support is vital in the classroom because it: Strengthens our classroom communityEmpowers students to look for help in ... Read More
FREE Sub Plans for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade
Being able to put yourself first when you're a teacher is HARD! I want teachers to be able to take their sick days and mental health days when they need to WITHOUT the added stress of planning for their students while they're out. ... Read More
How I Teach Nonfiction Text Features
My students get so excited about reading and discussing nonfiction texts! Let’s take that student excitement to the next level for all learners, by helping all of our students really understand nonfiction text features. Why ... Read More
FREE Number Talks
First grade teachers, access 20 FREE Number Talk Prompts to enhance your place value unit and get your students engaged in conversation.
Manipulatives in Math: Hands-On Strategies to Scaffold Instruction
Manipulatives will transform your math block. Why? First, they can turn an abstract concept into a concrete visual. Second, they engage students in multimodal practice of math facts and problem-solving. Three, they are a quick way to ... Read More
Shades of Meaning: Strengthening Student Vocabulary and Word Choice
One of my favorite vocabulary units is teaching shades of meaning. Understanding the power of word choice is critical to molding great writers, speakers, and communicators. When we teach shades of meaning, we are offering students a ... Read More
Black History Biographies: 15 Picture Books Celebrating Black Excellence
First, let's be honest: If we're doing this right, February is not the first time our students are learning about Black history or seeing examples of Black excellence. Black history isn't a book bin that we put in our library for one ... Read More
