Hey there, fellow productivity enthusiasts! Are you tired of wading through the chaos in your classroom every day? Do you wish you could snap your fingers and magically declutter your space? Well, you're in luck! In today's episode, I will share five key areas to declutter in your classroom, so you can make your day-to-day run smoother than ever before. Trust me, after listening to this episode, you can declutter like a pro and create a learning environment that fosters productivity and success. So, without further ado, let's get started!

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Welcome back from Spring Break, everyone! Hopefully, you spent your Spring Break relaxing, rejuvenating, and spending time with those you love. Now, it’s time to get back into the swing of things. However, you don’t want to lose that inner peace that a well-deserved break can bring. But, how do you keep those good vibes? Today I’m sharing 5 tips for feeling energized after Spring Break.

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We all look forward to a well-earned break from the daily grind, but the week leading up to a vacation can often be overwhelming. That's why we've prepared three helpful tips to simplify your teacher life before Spring break. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out in your career, sit back, relax, and join us as we explore how to make the most of the week leading up to Spring break.

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Keep your classroom fun and engaging with these 5 math games for substitute teachers. From math scavenger hunts to math relay races, these activities will help to reinforce math concepts and skills while keeping students engaged and learning.

Phonics is a crucial skill for young learners to develop in order to become proficient readers. By learning the relationship between letters and sounds, students are able to decode words and read with greater fluency and comprehension. If your first grader is just starting to learn phonics, or if they need extra practice to solidify their skills, there are plenty of fun and engaging activities you can do to help them. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 7 of my favorite activities to help your students with phonics at home or in the classroom.

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Reading is a fundamental skill that we are constantly working to strengthen. Using close readings in first grade is a simple way to boost reading comprehension. When you use close reading, you are asking students to analyze a text, pay attention to details, and make connections between the text and the reader’s knowledge and experiences. Many people think of high school and college literature courses when they think of close reading. However, it is a valuable skill that can and should be taught in all grade levels.

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Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an important aspect of a child's education and overall development. It involves teaching children to understand and manage their emotions, establish positive relationships with others, and make responsible decisions. These skills are crucial for success in school and in life, and they can be developed through a variety of strategies.

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Does math class get you and your students down? Math can be a difficult subject for many students, but it doesn’t have to be! You can make learning math more fun and engaging for students by using fun math games for kids! Here are five of my favorite interactive and educational activities for students to practice and master key math concepts while having a blast!

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As a first-grade teacher, it’s important to find ways to engage your students so they can develop important skills. One skill that students can always use a bit more of is critical thinking. A simple way to integrate critical thinking skills into your classroom is through hands-on first-grade science projects and experiments.

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As an elementary school teacher, you know that reading comprehension is a crucial skill for students to have! It not only helps them understand and enjoy books, but it also lays the foundation for success in other academic areas. However, sometimes we hit a reading comprehension slump and we just need a little push. Today, I am going to give you 10 simple but powerful tips for enhancing reading comprehension in elementary students.

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