Notice in the title I didn’t say “rules.” I think that “rules” tend to have a negative connotation and are often the things that get “broken” and this leads to a “consequence” (Enough “quotes” for you there?). Over the years I have tried to start focusing on the positive and look for what we should be … Continue reading
Do you have lots of books? I was just chatting with another teacher about book overload and how hard it is to part with some of them (no matter how torn or old or outdated they may be). I can’t go to a garage sale without leaving with a mountain of books. I am not … Continue reading
BUT I HAVE TO TEACH COMMON CORE!! Please don’t panic, I know that we all have standards to teach and curriculum to cover. However, as we head back to school, we can’t forget to start with the basics! And I am not talking about letters and numbers, I mean routines and procedures. I cannot say … Continue reading
Looking forward to setting up your classroom? Check out some things to consider when you get going (Hint: It is NOT making sure everything matches.). Lots of pictures to give you some basic ideas! Continue reading
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