Finding the right classroom management strategy can be tricky. Angel Honts with Learn and Teach By the Beach is sharing her best classroom management tips and tricks. 

In today's episode we'll talk about:

• How to get students to listen
• A common classroom management downfall most teachers make
• The amount of time needed to build expectations
• Thoughts on tangible classroom rewards
• How to ensure smooth transitions

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:   https://sharedteaching.com/classroom-management-strategy/

Resources Helpful with Today's Episode:

• Free Classroom Management Guide

Connect with Angel Honts of Learn and Teach By the Beach:

• Angel's Instagram - @beachteachermom
• Free Classroom Management Guide
• Angel’s website - Learn and Teach By the Beach
• Angel’s TpT Store - Learn and Teach By the Beach

For just $5, you can join the online Educate & Rejuvenate teaching conference on July 15-16, 2025. Sign up at https://bit.ly/ERconf

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Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! In today’s episode, we’re exploring teaching opinion writing in first and second grade. Opinion writing is an exciting genre for young students because they already have strong ideas and preferences! In this episode, I’ll share practical strategies for getting your students to express their opinions in a way that’s organized, clear, and supported.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/teaching-opinion-writing/

In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• Starting with Conversations: How to spark opinion-sharing and build reasoning skills through class discussions.
• Modeling Opinion Writing: Step-by-step tips for showing students how to structure their opinions with reasons and a conclusion.
• Using a Graphic Organizer: Simple tools to help students organize their ideas and support their opinions.
• Encouraging Personal Topics: Inspiring students to write about things they genuinely care about for more engaging writing.
• Share Time: Creating an authentic audience for students to share and listen to opinions in a supportive way.

Related Podcast Episodes:

• Episode 56:  How to Teach Opinion Writing
• Episode 57:  Essential Opinion Writing Anchor Charts
• Episode 62:  My Favorite Opinion Writing Mentor Texts

Resources Helpful with This Episode:

• FREE K-3 Writing Skills Progression, perfect for getting started with your writing pre-assessment, here or by clicking above, https://sharedteaching.com/writing-skills-progression/
• Second Grade Opinion Writing Unit

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Dyslexia is something I never studied in depth through all my years of teaching. Today’s guest, Lisa Parnello of Parnello Education, is sharing with us dyslexia myths and facts every teacher should know.

In today's episode we'll talk about:

• Defining Dyslexia
• Signs of Dyslexia to Look For
• The Public School Downside
• What Teachers Can Do
• Where to Find Help for Dyslexia
• More Dyslexia Myths
• Last Thoughts

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/dyslexia-myths-and-facts/

Resources Helpful with Today’s Podcast

• FREE Dyslexia Tip Sheet
• 20% off Dyslexia Courses on Parnello Education - with code SHAREDTEACHING

Connect with Lisa Parnello:

• Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
• Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
• Lisa’s Website: Parnello Education
• Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
• Dyslexia Devoted Podcast

For just $5, you can join the online Educate & Rejuvenate teaching conference on July 15-16, 2025. Sign up at https://bit.ly/ERconf

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Welcome to another episode in the Writing Tip Wednesday Series! Today we will be talking about how to teach revision skllls. Revision is an important skill to teach students but it can often be difficult for them to grasp.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/teaching-revision-skills/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• Why teach revision skills
• Explaining revision to students
• Teaching revision through a process
• Taking it slowly

Resources Helpful With Today's Episode:

• Episode 143: Adding Details to Writing
• Episode 70:  Teaching the 5 Step Writing Process
• Episode 52:  3 Steps to Planning Your Writing Mini Lessons
• FREE K-3 Writing Skills Progression, perfect for getting started with your writing pre-assessment, here or by clicking above, https://sharedteaching.com/writing-skills-progression/
• Second Grade Writing Units (Narrative Unit coming November 2024)

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In this Writing Tip Wednesday episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we're talking about how to get students to add more details to their writing. If you've found yourself telling your students to "add more details" when they are done, this episode is for you!

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/adding-details-to-writing/

In Today's Episode We'll Talk About:

• What it means to "add more"
• Using our senses
• Using names and numbers
• Using where and when

Resources Helpful With Today's Episode:

• FREE K-3 Writing Skills Progression, perfect for getting started with your writing pre-assessment, here or by clicking above, https://sharedteaching.com/writing-skills-progression/
• Second Grade Writing Units (narrative unit coming soon)

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In today’s episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re focusing on how to help students develop independence in their personal narrative writing. I’ll share practical strategies to help your students take ownership of their stories, write with confidence, and move through the writing process with less teacher guidance.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/building-independent-writers/

In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• How to increase writing stamina and keep students writing longer
• Effective writing tools to support independence
• Ways to build student confidence
• Celebrating small victories to motivate and empower young writers

Resources Helpful With Today's Episode:

• FREE K-3 Writing Skills Progression, perfect for getting started with your writing pre-assessment, here or by clicking above, https://sharedteaching.com/writing-skills-progression/
• Second Grade Writing Units (narrative unit coming soon)

Join us to learn how to foster independence and help your students become more self-sufficient in their writing!

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In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re continuing our deep dive into personal narrative writing by focusing on how to add details using dialogue. Learn how to help your students bring their stories to life through conversations between characters, making their writing more engaging and dynamic.

BLOG POST / SHOW NOTES: https://sharedteaching.com/adding-dialogue-to-personal-narratives/

In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• Why dialogue is essential in personal narratives
• How to add dialogue to key moments in a story
• Teaching students how to format and structure dialogue correctly
• Using dialogue to reveal character personalities and emotions
• Simple prompts and practice strategies to help students master dialogue

Resources Helpful with Today's Episode:

• Second Grade Writing Units (narrative unit coming soon)

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In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we explore the technique of zooming in on key moments to add depth and detail to personal narrative writing. Learn how to help your students slow down and focus on the most important parts of their story to create richer, more engaging narratives.

BLOG POST / PODCAST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/zooming-in/

In today’s episode we’ll talk about:

• What it means to “zoom in” on a key moment in a personal narrative
• Helping students identify the most exciting or meaningful parts of their stories
• Using sensory details to bring key moments to life for the reader
• Exploring emotions and reactions to deepen the connection with the audience
• Modeling the process to show students how zooming in adds richness to their writing

Resources Helpful with Today's Episode:

• Second Grade Writing Units (narrative unit coming soon)

Tune in for practical tips on helping your students transform their personal narratives with this simple yet powerful technique!

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In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re diving into everything you need to know to prepare for a successful formal teaching observation. From crafting a strong lesson plan to following up with your principal afterward, I’ll share practical tips to help you feel confident and ready to shine during your observation.

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/formal-teaching-observation/

In today’s episode we’ll talk about:

• How to prepare your lesson plan to meet your administrator’s expectations
• Effective ways to assess student learning during your observation
• Strategies for keeping students engaged throughout the lesson
• Ensuring your classroom environment supports your success
• Tips for following up with your principal after the observation

Tune in for valuable advice on how to make your next formal observation a success!

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In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we explore the heart map—a simple yet powerful tool to help students brainstorm meaningful topics for personal narrative writing. Learn how to guide your students through the process of creating their own heart maps and discover how this tool can keep them engaged with writing all year long.

In today’s episode we’ll talk about:

• What a heart map is and how it helps students generate personal writing ideas
• Introducing the heart map to your class and guiding students in brainstorming important people, places, and memories
• Step-by-step instructions for creating and filling a heart map with details
• Using heart maps as inspiration for personal narratives and writing prompts
• Keeping heart maps relevant by adding new experiences throughout the year

SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:  https://sharedteaching.com/heart-map/

Resources Helpful with Today's Episode:

• Second Grade Writing Units (narrative unit coming soon)
• Heart Map available to my email subscribers - sign up at SharedTeaching.com

Tune in to learn how heart maps can transform personal narrative writing in your classroom!

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