In today's episode, will explore strategies for incorporating multicultural materials into literacy centers in order to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for English language learners in the elementary classroom. We will discuss the importance of cultural diversity in the classroom and how using multicultural materials can support language development and cultural awareness. Whether you are a teacher, parent, or education professional, this post will provide practical tips and resources for building inclusive literacy centers that support the success of English language learners.

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Using technology in the elementary classroom can be a great way to engage students and enhance their learning experiences. However, it's important to use it responsibly and effectively. In today’s episode, I’m sharing some do's and don'ts you should consider when incorporating technology in your elementary classroom.

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Are you wondering which method is better for teaching reading - phonics or whole language? In this blog post, we debunk the myths surrounding both approaches and provide a comprehensive guide to help you decide which method is right for your students.

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Math isn’t just about the numbers. Math vocabulary is important to understanding mathematical concepts and processes. If math language isn’t explicitly taught, students will learn to disregard math words and only pay attention to the numbers? In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite tips for teaching math vocabulary in your classroom! 

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Phonics instruction is an important component of literacy instruction. Recently, phonics instruction has gotten way more attention as schools work to implement strategies based on the science of reading.

But phonics is its own beast! And when your school hasn’t adopted a specific phonics curriculum or set aside a part of your schedule for explicit phonics instruction, it can be difficult to fit it into your schedule.

In today’s episode, I’m going to share some ways you can integrate phonics instruction into your daily schedule!

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Differentiation in the classroom is very important to help students excel at their individual learning levels.  However, it can be hard to find activities that cover the same content while reaching students of all levels. Today I am going to share some of my favorite ways to differentiate using your math and literacy centers.

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As a teacher, you know that planning for a substitute due to planned absence or unexpected circumstances can be stressful.

There’s so much information that a substitute teacher needs from class information, easy-prep activities, extra time fillers and more.

In today’s episode, I’m going to share tips for prepping for a sub that will help you maintain your sanity and make your sub’s job easier when you have to be absent from your classroom.

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Fact fluency refers to a student's ability to identify the solution to basic math facts accurately and efficiently.

Depending on what grade level you teach, your standards might include mastery of basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division…or a combination of several of these.

In today’s episode, I’m going to share 5 tips for teaching fact fluency in your classroom!

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Vowel teams are tricky businesses and are overwhelming for struggling readers. In today’s episode, we are going to dig into what they are and my tips for teaching them.

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Planning centers each week in addition to your lesson plans can seem like so much work! But what if I told you that planning and prepping centers for the week could be done in about 30 min on a FRIDAY before leaving for the weekend? In today’s episode, I’m going to share how I planned and prepped centers each week in only 30 min a week!

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