In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast For Early Elementary Teachers, I’m sharing my favorite tips to help you prepare for the new school year feeling confident. Whether you’re a brand new primary teacher or you’ve been doing this for years, these simple strategies will help you create a calm, organized classroom from day one.

You’ll learn:

✔️ Why it’s important to start slow and build stamina

✔️ How to prep and organize materials to stay ahead

✔️ The value of teaching every procedure clearly

✔️ Tips for creating classroom rules with your students

✔️ Ways to build routines that help kids feel safe and confident.

Finally, we wrap up with a reminder to take care of yourself - the first few weeks are tough, but you’ve got this!

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Have a wonderful day and remember to make learning feel like play…see you next week!

Molly

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If you’re an early elementary teacher, this podcast is for you. Hosted by Molly Schwab, a former primary teacher with over 30 years of classroom experience, The Firstieland Podcast For Early Elementary Teachers gives you simple, actionable ideas to help you feel more confident and in control of your kindergarten or first grade classroom.

From planning meaningful read-alouds to managing routines and staying organized, each episode is packed with strategies you can use right away. You’ll learn how to make your classroom a place where learning feels like play - and kids are excited to be there.

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