Are you frustrated by how long grading takes? Deciding what grades your elementary students should get doesn't need to feel like a difficult decision. In fact, it can be really clear-cut, informed, and objective. In this episode, I'm sharing how and why using grading rubrics can make it easier for you to get your grades done in less time.

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Kindergarten teachers: Get done-for-you Grading Rubrics here!

Blog Post: How To Use Grading Rubrics to Save You Time

Is spring fever setting in in your classroom? Your students have high energy and you feel more drained than usual, trying to keep up with it all. In this episode I'm going to share my top tips to help you thrive (not just survive) until the end of the school year.

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Share this episode with a teacher friend who's also battling spring fever in their classroom! Screenshot and send them the episode, OR share on Instagram and tag me: @teachinglittleleaders

Spring is in full swing, so it only seems right to talk about classroom activities you can use with your elementary students this season. And because I love helping teachers save time, all of the spring activities we talk about in this episode are low-prep.

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You’re implementing a morning meeting in your classroom but it’s getting a little challenging to plan for. You feel like you’ve already done all the greeting ideas, share topics, and activities.. The kids are getting bored. Or maybe you’re just feeling stuck. In today’s episode we talk about easy to use ideas for your next morning meeting!

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So you're using slides in your classroom. But are you using them purposefully to save yourself time AND increase student independence? In this episode, we uncover how you can use slides effectively to make teaching easier and help students be more efficient in the classroom.

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Check out my Editable Classroom Subject Slides Bundle for ready-to-go slides that you can use all day long.

You have daily literacy and math centers in your classroom, but are they running smoothly? Managing and planning for centers in lower elementary classrooms is challenging.

In today's episode, we're covering 4 common mistakes that elementary teachers make when implementing centers in their classroom. We'll cover:

Click here for the full show notes. 

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Having a strong, structured classroom management system is important for you and your students. But where do you start and how can you adjust when things just aren’t working? In this episode, I’m joined by Andriana, who you probably know as The Active Educator. Andriana shares 3 ways to revamp your classroom management that’s rooted in social emotional development, will help you be able to teach more effectively, while giving our students a sense of belonging.

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Andriana's signature program, Heart Centered Classroom Management is currently OPEN! Get more information here!

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Connect with Andriana on Instagram @the_active_educator

www.theactiveeducator.com

Do you ever spend a ridiculous amount of time scrolling online looking for activity ideas? Only to spend even longer prepping them? In this episode, we go over 3 fun and easy-to-prep activities for lower elementary classrooms that you can add to your plans for March!

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Head to the show notes here: https://www.teachinglittleleaders.com/podcast/funmarchactivities

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Blog Post: Simple Early Finisher Activities for K-2 Classrooms

March Activities Bundle

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In this episode, we have our very first guest on The Teacher Time Podcast, Dr. Lori Friesen! She's sharing all about 7 insanely simple classroom management hacks that you can use right away.

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About Dr. Lori Friesen

Dr. Lori Friesen taught for 10 years in Canada and overseas before completing her PhD in Elementary Education with a specialization in Language and Literacy. She taught pre-service teachers at the University of Lethbridge and published The Beginning Teacher’s Handbook for Elementary School as the culminating project for her M.Ed. Dr. Lori completed her PhD at the University of Alberta and has been inducted into the Golden Key International Honor Society in recognition of her outstanding academic achievement and excellence. Host of the popular Beginning Teacher Talk podcast and creator of the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy, Dr. Lori is dedicated to supporting and inspiring thousands of educators around the world.

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FREE download for the Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/checklist

Listen to the Beginning Teacher Talk Podcast: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/discussion/preview

What is one word that comes to mind when you think of how you’re feeling this year? Here are a few common responses from elementary teachers: Stressed. Overwhelmed. Drowning.

In this episode, I’m going to read a listener question that was submitted for the “Ask Stephanie” segment about how to get organized so you can stop drowning in everything you have to do. I think you’re going to 100% relate to this question, and hopefully be motivated by the answer I share to take action!

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