This post is part of our summer 2019 series showcasing unique classrooms. Be sure to check out all our teachers who have been selected to see what they’ve done in their rooms. Karen Krukowski had a vision for what she… Read moreKaren Krukowski: Open Concept Classroom
This post is part of our summer 2019 series showcasing unique classrooms. Be sure to check out all our teachers who have been selected to see what they’ve done in their rooms. 1. Describe your classroom set up: My classroom… Read moreLauren Hoghe: Active Seating Classroom
This post is part of our summer 2019 series showcasing unique classrooms. Be sure to check out all our teachers who have been selected to see what they’ve done in their rooms. Amy Skillicorn is no stranger when it comes… Read moreAmy Skillicorn: Latin Classroom Transformation
As human beings and especially teachers, we have a very strong tendency to get ourselves wrapped up in the ins-and-outs of everyday life. Teachers by nature are nurturers, and we want not only to make sure that we’re doing everything… Read moreKeeping a Positive Teacher Mindset and Perspective
Education is an ever swinging pendulum. One thing that is not swinging back in our society is our advancements in technology. Who knew just 10 years ago that most people you would walk by on the street would be carrying… Read moreEnsuring Gym Class is Student-Centered
(This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission. Please read our disclosure policy for more information.) Throughout our brain breaks series, we have been discussing various ways to incorporate brain breaks into… Read moreAlexa Skills for Classroom Success
One question that comes up so frequently when I talk to people about student-centered learning is,” but how can you do this with math?”. Honestly, it’s a really valid question. Math is very black and white, right or wrong. It… Read moreHands-On Math Resources and How to Find Them
There is a huge stigma around phone calls home from school. Immediately, the vision is that a student is in trouble of some sort and parental intervention is necessary. But honestly, when should a teacher call home? It is much… Read moreWhen Should a Teacher Call Home?
There are many different schools of thought when it comes to finding the most beneficial ways of helping children concentrate. When it comes to student attention span, so much of it is developmental, but that is something that can be… Read moreCultivating Concentration in Young Children
Odds are, no matter what topic you’re discussing or what content you teach, you will not have 100% of your students master the skill the first time you teach it. This isn’t because we’re all terrible teachers; it’s because students… Read moreUsing Data for Reteaching: Take it to the Next Level
