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Strategies for a Relaxed but Professional Parent Orientation
Well, we’re officially in Back to School mode, and Parent Orientation is a BTS event always noted in my planner. It may go by another name at your school- Open House, Back-to-School Night, or...
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Start the Year with a Growth Mindset
The school year is in swing for most of the country, and it’s time to start the year strong! Growth mindset is not just a hot topic; it’s a way of teaching your students to embrace challenges and...
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Amazon Wishlist: Classroom Supplies
You’re back to school, and you’ve already dove into your stash of pencils, paper, and glue. Let’s face it. You’ve probably spent some of your hard earned money on supplies for your students. Don’t...
View ArticleRed Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is a celebration in school that promotes a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The yearly celebration was started in honor of Enrique (Kiki) Camarena, a Drug Enforcement Agency Agent who...
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Social Studies Research Projects for 3rd-5th Grades
Elementary social studies is an excellent opportunity for your students to explore American history, their own state, and the world! You can spend hours upon hours finding amazing projects to address...
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Engaging December Writing Activities for Upper Elementary
December writing in upper elementary can be so much fun, but too often, we fall to the same tired, old prompts. “What are you doing on winter break?” is isolating for kids who don’t have fun plans....
View Article5 Social Studies Activities for Upper Elementary
If I ever had to move out of my wonderful elementary world and up to the land of the bigger kids (high school), I think I would be a social studies teacher. It definitely is one of my favorite subject...
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Zoom for Beginners in Upper Elementary
Zoom for Beginners in Upper Elementary Zoom: it’s not just an adjective that means to go quickly. It is one of the most popular platforms for engaging virtually with our students. Zoom is a very easy,...
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The New Erin Condren Teacher Planner
I have been a long time love of all things Erin Condren, and their brand new Teacher Planner was just released! I splurged and got the Oh So Retro Teacher Lesson Planner Bundle which includes so many...
View ArticleUsing Flipbooks During Distance Learning
Using Flipbooks During Distance Learning Chances are that distance learning wasn’t in the cards for you or your upper elementary students. You never planned on teaching your students away from the...
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