First Grade Classroom Makeover: Come Take a Tour!
I have mentioned on several occasions that one of the great joys that this blog and selling resources on Teachers Pay Teachers have brought into my life is the ability to share my passion with other educators. That usually means sharing resources, ideas, and inspiration on the blog, Facebook and Instagram. But sometimes, I get to help in a more tangible way - like transforming a classroom. A few … [Read More...]
Classroom Inspiration
Friends, I have confession to share with you today. It’s about my classroom. You know… my beautiful classroom. Last year, it wasn’t ready on the first day of school. Oh it was pretty and lanterns were hanging. And people walked in the room and gushed about how lovely it was. But it wasn’t READY. I […]
I am so excited to share some wonderful news with all of my fans today! I have teamed up once again with my amazing friend Melanie from Schoolgirl Style to bring you a VERY special giveaway! Melanie has been debuting her entire new line of classroom decor themes for the past week (with even more […]
This fall, I was determined to overhaul my classroom calendar. With a little effort, it now looks better than ever and is more interactive for my students. I’m so excited to show you all of the elements that make this space in my classroom special so you can create an attractive (and meaningful) calendar area […]
Do you love the look of layered borders on a classroom bulletin board but are stumped about how to get them just right? Did you try the “staple and tuck” method, only to end up with creases all over your beautiful borders? Today am thrilled to bring you a video AND photographic tutorial guiding you […]
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