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How to Effectively Teach the 7 Syllable Types
As a literacy coach I know that teaching students to read and helping teachers be better at teaching students to read is of the utmost
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The power of learning is contagious. Our blog serves our teacher community by offering innovative ideas, activities, resources, and advice that gives you new ways to connect with your students and create a more impactful classroom.
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Presidents’ Day Activities for Primary Students
Are you planning any Presidents’ Day activities for your students? Yes, you can celebrate the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, but also encourage
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5 Activities that Make Geography Fun
Geography lessons let your students travel the world without ever having to leave the classroom. They learn how to read and create maps, identify different
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Top 10 Clutter-Free Gifts for Teachers
The season of gift giving is almost upon us. Have you started making your list yet? I’ve been thinking about what to get my kiddos’
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5 Reasons Why Teachers are Purchasing Printable Memberships
Let’s face it, teaching right now is pretty rough. I’m sure that you have heard the slogans lately… “Work smarter, not harder.” or “No Prep
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Small Groups Made Simple: 5-Step Daily Routine
“Anyone use a small group routine they love?” “What do you do in your small groups?” “I need help during small group/center time.” Targeted small
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23 Money Activities for Primary Students
“Show me the MONEY!” (Do you now have the scene from Jerry Maguire playing in your head??) Money… it is a favorite math unit in
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19 Ways to Use Board Games as Centers
What was your favorite board game as a child? The one that you always wanted to play when friends came over, or the one you
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Student Math Toolkits in 3 Easy Steps
Picture this… It’s small group math time and you are working with a set of students in a guided math group. You quickly scan the
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17 Tips to Start the School Year Off Right
It happens to me every year! I start summer break thinking that I have all of the time in the world. I have all of
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30 Must-See Netflix Shows for Teachers
If you’ve exhausted your personal library of shows and are looking for others to watch while you stay up a little later over the summer,
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15 of the Best Classroom Pack Up Hacks
Have you gotten the checklist yet? Mine came through email yesterday. You know the one I’m talking about… the “Classroom Pack Up” checklist. That wonderful