With all of the Halloween festivities about to begin, it’s easy for All Saints Day to get lost in the shuffle. But for Catholic School teachers, November 1 is an important day of honoring the Saints. I know from personal experience how difficult it can be to find quality, engaging resources
Now that I am finally adjusting to all of my classroom changes this year, I’ve had a chance to rearrange a few things that just haven’t been working for me and fall into a groove that fits our classroom needs. We are already seven weeks into the school year and it
My classroom looks and feels a lot different this year than it has in the past. For one thing, there are 17 students in my class this year. Ten of those students are full-day students in what had been a solely half day kindergarten classroom. There’s also another teacher in the room. And
Last month, I was given the honor of traveling to Alexandria, Virginia to help Astrobrights give one very bright teacher a classroom makeover. You may remember that Astrobrights launched their Brightest Teacher contest in the spring. Parents, teachers, students, and administrators from across the country were invited to nominate a
I help classroom parents stay in-the-know on all my important classroom information with this convenient flip book! Moms and dads tend to walk away with their heads spinning, so I give them a convenient and colorful parent flip book to take home that will help them to reference the most important information from the evening. It’s their go-to-guide for all things kindergarten.
Back to School season is upon us and that means it’s time to get organized and ready to start the school year on the right foot. My school hosts an annual back to school night for students to meet their teachers parents to unload all of the brand new school supplies before the first day of school. I love back to school night, but it can be a little tricky to manage all the things. Fortunately, Avery’s peel and stick labels helped me create a few simple systems to manage student supplies for families to handle independently so I could focus on answering important questions and starting to build those oh-so-important family relationships.
The ultimate shopping list and guide for setting up a classroom library with shopping links for books, shelves and bins that are easy on the budget!
This post contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission each time someone makes a purchase through one of my links, which helps to support the blog.I can’t believe that it has been two years since I decided to step out of the classroom and stay home to be a full-time mommy
St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday that celebrates the rich culture and traditions of Ireland. One of the best ways to introduce children to this festive occasion is through books. Picture books can provide a fun and interactive way for kids to learn about leprechauns, Irish folklore, and the history
I may have stepped out of the classroom this year to be at home with my daughter, but I still can’t resist a good classroom makeover. This past summer, I transformed my friend’s second grade classroom into a nautical … wonderland? I honestly don’t know what I should call this oceanic oasis.
The Christmas season is upon us and I truly feel as though there is magic in the air. As excitingly wonderful as Christmas trees, Santa and the colorful lights can be, I especially love the quiet, peaceful moments of Advent. Young children are drawn to the story of Mary, Joseph,
Tomorrow is the first day of school and for the first time in as long as I can remember, I am not preparing for a day in the classroom. There are no new school supplies, no new clothes to lay out, no lunch to make. There won’t be any tossing
Join me for a virtual tour of a first-grade classroom makeover. Discover vibrant colors, cozy reading nooks, and an engaging learning environment to inspire creativity and learning.
Back to school season is just around the corner and it’s already time to start classroom setup. This is hands-down my favorite part of going back to school. There’s just something so fun about selecting the perfect decor and watching it all come together in a classroom. Ever since my
Download a free copy of “I See the Farm” Interactive Sight Word Reader and discover why teachers and students love these cut and paste sight word books!
I’m a former kindergarten teacher turned work-from-home mom. I still love sharing ideas and resources to make teaching easier, so you can focus on what really matters in the classroom. When I’m not working on the blog, you’ll find me chasing kids around the house with a cold cup of coffee in my hand (some things never change even once you’re out of the classroom!)
