In this episode, we dive into the essentials of classroom management, focusing on four key areas: relationships, engagement, bell-to-bell instruction, and transitions and procedures. Discover how to create a positive, productive, and engaging learning environment where students thrive.

What You'll Learn:

• Building Relationships: Tips for establishing trust and respect, understanding your students, and maintaining open communication.
• Enhancing Engagement: Strategies to keep students actively involved in their learning through varied instructional methods and the use of technology.
• Bell-to-Bell Instruction: How to maximize instructional time with clear objectives, prepared materials, and seamless transitions.
• Effective Transitions and Procedures: Setting clear expectations, using visual aids, and reinforcing positive behaviors to ensure a smooth and orderly classroom.

Join us as we share practical advice and real-life examples to help you manage your classroom effectively. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, these insights will help you keep the main things the main things when it comes to classroom management.

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In this episode, we are sharing our top picks for Amazon Prime Day deals that every middle school ELA teacher should know about! These hand-picked items will not only save you money but also enhance your teaching experience. Tune in to hear about these deals and how we use them or plan to use them. Don't miss out on these must-have Amazon Prime Day bargains designed to make your ELA classroom a success.

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Join us in this episode as we share the secrets to starting a successful Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT) store. Ranked in the 99th percentile, we'll guide you through the initial steps of becoming a TpT seller, from creating unique products to choosing the right membership. Discover how you and a friend can collaborate, generate extra income, and reignite your creativity as educators. Perfect for ELA teachers looking to make a meaningful impact and boost their earnings. Subscribe now and start your TpT journey with confidence!

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Before you open a store, you probably want to make sure you have some products or at least can make some products, so this episode will help you take some inventory of what you have and how you can create quality products.

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Today, Tammy and I will share the first episode in this summer series, where we'll outline four compelling reasons why you should join forces with your best teacher friend and start selling on Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT).

We began our journey back in 2006 with S&T Publications and transitioned to TpT as ELA Core Plans in 2013. Since then, we've achieved incredible success, ranking in the top 1% of TpT sellers. We're eager to share our experiences and insights with you, and maybe even inspire you to start your own TpT business with a friend.

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In this episode of "Two Middle School ELA Teachers" by ELA Core Plans we are sharing an exciting end-of-year activity to keep middle school students engaged and motivated as the school year comes to a close. We'll tell you about a fun and low-maintenance activity that brings literature to life. Additionally, I will also share an alternative idea of updating fairy tales to modern settings for a fresh spin on storytelling. You can find our modern day fairy tale resource by clicking here. Don't miss out on this creative and enjoyable activity for wrapping up the school year!

Join us as we share some fun games for test prep season. In this episode, we will share two games that you can play immediately in your classroom as you tackle the end of the year review in your ELA classrooms.

In this episode of "Two Middle School ELA Teachers by ELA Core Plans," join Shannon as she shares secrets for bringing poetry to life in your middle school ELA classroom. Building upon previous discussions about introducing poetry in the classroom, Shannon dives into the realm of narrative poetry with a focus on Alfred Noyes' timeless classic, "The Highwayman." Discover Shannon's engaging teaching methods, from interactive historical discussions about highwaymen to dynamic sound effect readings of the poem that will captivate your students! Be sure to download this FREE resource discussed in the episode, and if you missed it, you can also grab the free poetry resource for writing cicada haiku here. If you need a resource for the upcoming solar eclipse, click here, and as mentioned, the resource for Slam Poetry can be accessed by clicking here.

Introduce poetry to your students with these fresh and fun ideas for your middle school ELA classroom! In this episode, explore an inquiry-based activity where students roam the room, absorbing diverse poems and creating their unique 'found poems.' This activity is followed by another fun introduction involving music! We will talk about how we used Tracy Chapman's 'Fast Car' to teach students to annotate and explore poems like 'Oranges' by Gary Soto and 'Autobiography in Five Short Chapters' by Portia Nelson. Tune in for engaging activities that spark creativity and understanding in your poetry unit! Oh, and grab the free resource mentioned in this episode here!

Join us as we reveal surprising events in 2024 that promise to infuse excitement into your classrooms. This year in 2024, there are two natural phenomena that can become captivating learning experiences for middle school ELA students. This episode is filled with creative ideas and resources. Listen in to uncover the surprise elements that will add a unique touch to your teaching toolkit. Be sure to grab the FREEBIE mentioned in this episode here! Also, check out the TpT resource mentioned about the total eclipse of 2024 here. Don't miss out – let the adventure begin!