We Teach So Hard!

By Tracy, Kathie, Deann & Retta

Four teaching friends from across the country who've discovered that if you don't laugh you cry, and lose sight of your "why." Pour yourself a cup of coffee...or a glass of wine and join us as we talk... more

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The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.

We Teach So Hard! episodes:

May 28, 2019 Episode 40 How to Keep Your Kiddos Learning Over the Sunmer
Watermelon. Swimming. Barbecue. These are words that come to mind when we think of summer. We don't think "math worksheets" when we think of summer. In this episode, we discuss ways to help your students avoid the dreaded summer slide without a math worksheet in sight. If you're looking for a way to engage your students over the summer, then this episode is for you!
Like what you hear? Come visit us on our Facebook page where we share tons of articles, tips and resources. https://www.facebook.com/We-Teach-So-Hard-300984973941377
Or, visit us at our blogs!
Tracy @ http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Kathie @ https://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0
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23min
May 22, 2019 Episode 39 The End Is Near: Planning For Your EOY Celebrations
Planning for your end-of-year classroom celebrations doesn't have to feel apocalyptic! We offer tips and suggestions for some great ways to celebrate your kiddos. You won't have to smash your piggy bank, either, we promise! Our EOY mantra is "Keep it simple. Keep it inexpensive. Keep it fun!" Give this episode a listen if you're searching for ideas.
Like what you hear? Then you need to visit our Facebook page. We share teaching tips, articles, funnies and stories.
https://www.facebook.com/We-Teach-So-Hard-300984973941377
Be sure to check out our blogs!
Tracy @ http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Kathie @ https://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0

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28min
May 07, 2019 Episode 38 Excedrin-Free End-of-the-Year Organization: Get Out Your Packing Tape!
The end is in sight, and you have to think about packing up your classroom for the summer. Whether you're required to pack up your entire room for the summer, or tuck your teaching goodies away in cabinets and closets, this episode is for you. It doesn't have to be a headache. Listen in as we discuss ways we keep ourselves organized... or not (SOME of us are a little unorganized, but we get an A+ for effort). We laugh a little, and bitch a little, but you'll come away with a new idea or two!
Like what you hear? Visit our Facebook page or blogs where we offer teaching tips, ideas, funnies, and goodies!
https://www.facebook.com/We-Teach-So-Hard-300984973941377
Tracy @http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Kathie @ https://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 LIcensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0
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33min
May 07, 2019 SPECIAL Announcement from WE TEACH SO HARD! It's a Giveaway! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to YOU!
Calling all listeners! This announcement is JUST for you, because YOU TEACH SO HARD! Listen, and click the link below to enter!
https://www.facebook.com/We-Teach-So-Hard-300984973941377
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2min
May 01, 2019 Episdoe 37 Glue Gun At The Ready? It's Almost Mother's Day!
Looking for the perfect Mother's Day craft for your kiddos to do this week? SO ARE WE! Seriously though, sometimes Mother's Day can be difficult to navigate. We've all had students who have lost mothers, are in foster care, or have absentee moms. This holiday can be emotionally challenging. In this episode, we share creative writing and craft ideas, a few good books, and some ideas for helping our kiddos who struggle this time of year. This episode is for you because YOU TEACH SO HARD!
Like what you hear? You can follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/We-Teach-So-Hard-300984973941377/
OR visit our blogs where we share ideas, resources and freebies!
Tracy @ http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com
Kathie @ https://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0
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24min
April 23, 2019 Episode 36 So You're Teaching Summer School?
You're tired...bone tired, but someone has got to pay the bills, so you're teaching summer school this year! It doesn't have to be doom, gloom and drudgery. Summer school can be a fantastic time to try out new teaching ideas, themes, projects and lessons. It doesn't have to be worksheet-driven. For your sanity, and your kiddos' survival, give this episode a listen. We've got great ideas for you, because you TEACH SO HARD!
Like what you hear? Then check out our blogs and face book page!
WE TEACH SO HARD FaceBook Page: https://www.facebook.com/We-Teach-So-Hard-300984973941377/
Tracy @ http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Kathie @ https://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com/
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0
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26min
April 16, 2019 Episode 35 Outdoor Education: The Antidote for Waning Attention
Do we hear wailing and the gnashing of teeth? The end is near, and your students are squirrely and CHECKED OUT. Don't freak out! Take them outside! In this episode of WE TEACH SO HARD, we share fun end-of-year ideas for taking the learning and teaching outside. Spring is in the air, don't despair! Take it outside. Student engagement will soar!
Like what you hear? Be sure to give us a shout out. Leave a comment or rate us on your listening platform. We're always looking for podcast ideas, share yours in the comments! Or, stop by and visit our blogs. We write weekly about teaching, learning, and teacher life.
Tracy @ https://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com
Kathie @ https://triedandtrueteachingtools.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0
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28min
April 09, 2019 Episode 34 Granola and Peace Signs...Lesson Ideas for Earth Day
We've got the future of the planet in our classrooms. Earth Day is a fantastic opportunity to begin conservation conversations and education with your students with the intent that Earth Day might be celebrated EVERY DAY. This episode is chocked full of ideas to use with your students throughout the spring months...literacy, math, science and social studies! We've got all the bases covered for your Earth Day celebrations.
Like what you hear? Then give us a shout out, leave us a comment or a rating. Or better yet, comment with an idea for a future podcast topic.
The Earth Day Special (referenced in the podcast) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz0HzS1O-ug
Visit us at our blogs!
Tracy @ http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com
Kathie @ http://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0

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30min
April 03, 2019 Episode 33 Interdisciplinary Projects Can Save Your Sanity
We're galloping toward the year's end. There's standardized testing to get through...HOURS of it, in fact. Field trips, assemblies, learning celebrations, and don't forget about your evaluation, report cards, common assessments, and closing up your classroom. When we think about our school life in the months of April, May and June, it's hard not to hyperventilate. BECAUSE WE STILL HAVE TO TEACH, and let's face it-our students are checked out! Interdisciplinary projects can save your sanity. They really can! They'll keep the learning going, engage your kids, and help you get in all those standards you still have to teach. TURN UP YOUR VOLUME and get ready to rock your end of the year teaching!
Like what you hear? Give us a shout out, share a podcast link with a colleague, or leave a comment. OR VISIT OUR BLOGS! We have a ton of ideas to get you through the end of your school year.
Tracy @ http://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com/
Kathie @ http://triedandtrueteachingtools.blogspot.com/
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com/
Image Credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be Go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0

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32min
March 24, 2019 Episode 32 Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue, Sunshine is Yellow & National Poetry Month is COOL!
April is National Poetry Month and we at We Teach So Hard have collectively decided that it is one of our favorite months! Poetry can rock your readers and writers workshops. It doesn't have to be intimidating, and we show you how. This podcast is filled with fabulous ideas for incorporating poetry in your classroom. Be sure to check out our blog posts too! They are overflowing with FREE poetry ideas this week, just for you! From free verse to formulaic patterns, from reading strategies to writing tools, we've got you covered!
Tracy @ https://mossyoakmusings.blogspot.com/
Kathie @ https://www.triedandtrueteachingtools.com/
Deann @ https://socrateslantern.com/
Retta @ http://rainbowcitylearning.blogspot.com/
Image credit: Jennifer Ward
"The Show Must Be go" Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: by Attribution 3.0 Licensed https://creativecommons.org/license/by3.0
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33min

FAQs about We Teach So Hard!:

How many episodes does We Teach So Hard! have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.