It’s almost that time again. Time to head back into the classroom and prepare for a new year! One of my favorite things to get ready for the year is to look for a new back-to-school read-aloud or two. Read-Alouds are essential at the beginning of the year. They are a great way to have students practice coming to the… Read More
Back to School
How To Set Up Your New Classroom Stress-Free
I absolutely loved setting up my classroom! I know I may be in the minority on this, but I was the one calling the office every day to check if the rooms are done, then going in any free moment to organize every millimeter. By October, it’s all a mess but I enjoy making a beautiful, organized space even if… Read More
Must-Have Teaching Supplies for back to school
Get ready for back-to-school with these must-have teaching supplies! Amazon is a great source for school supplies and these are my favorite tools for centers, reading, writing, and organization. #classroomorganization #backtoschool #schoolsupplies
Setting Up and Organizing Your Classroom Library
Does your classroom library need work? Do you avoid working on it because you’re not sure where to start? Organizing and setting up your classroom library can be daunting, but it is such an important part of your classroom that you can’t just put it aside. It doesn’t have to be hard or perfect! Here’s how you can get it… Read More
What To Do on the First Day of School
The first day of school always brings me joy, excitement, and….. some anxiety! What will I do? How do I set routines up? How do I keep students engaged? What if I don’t have enough planned? After 16 years, I still get the ‘first day jitters’! Once I meet my sweet students and my day gets underway, though, everything goes… Read More