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Stitch Fix Teacher Appreciation Surprise

May 6, 2016 Maria Manore Gavin 9 Comments

I truly do believe I have the best job in the world. I don't have to tell you: being a teacher is amazing. But being a teacher-blogger is a whole new world of awesome. I get to enjoy all of the little miracles that happen in my classroom each day as I watch my students grow, but … [Read more...]

Stitch Fix, Teacher Life Just for Fun, stitch fix, teacher appreciation

Classroom Management Phrases for Teachers February Roundup

February 28, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 8 Comments

Seasoned elementary teachers really do have the BEST expressions that they use in the classroom to manage their students. I shared some of my favorite quotes from teachers on the blog last month and Kinder Craze fans begged me to keep sharing the quotes on Facebook, Instagram, … [Read more...]

Back to School, Classroom, Management #KinderCatchPhrase, Just for Fun, management

Classroom Management Phrases for Teachers January Roundup

January 31, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 11 Comments

One of the biggest challenges for classroom teachers is providing effective classroom management. One thing I have noticed from observing highly effective teachers is that nearly all of them use "tried and true" phrases to manage their classrooms throughout the course of the day. … [Read more...]

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What I’m Working With… A Look at My Devices

August 6, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 12 Comments

MacBook Pro

For the past several months I have had several questions about the devices I use as a teacher, blogger, and TpT seller. This seemed like the perfect time to provide answers to all of your questions about my gadgets, devices, and favorite computer programs. This post contains … [Read more...]

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Stitch Fix 8 Goes Back to School and a GIVEAWAY

August 1, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 15 Comments

Stitch Fix pink printed dress

Summer is winding down and teachers across the country know exactly what that means… time to get ready for Back to School! What better way to prepare for a return to the classroom than with new clothes? I sent a note to my personal stylist at Stitch Fix requesting a fix with … [Read more...]

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Viva Las Vegas! Reflections on #TpTVegas14

July 18, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 8 Comments

As I reflect on my experiences in Las Vegas for the FIRST EVER TpT conference, so many words come to mind: people, sellers, friendships, Freebielicious, TpT, energy, joy… the list goes on and on. I have been back in Michigan for a week and my body has finally recovered from the … [Read more...]

Freebielicious about me, blogging, Just for Fun, Teachers Pay Teachers

This Introverted #GIRLBOSS is Still Reflecting on Vegas

July 17, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 14 Comments

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. Right before I flew out to Vegas, I listened to the audiobook of #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso. In it, the 30 year old … [Read more...]

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Old School, New Life Ahead . . . In Pictures!

June 6, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 38 Comments

Today is my first day of summer vacation and LIFE IS GOOD! I have been engaged for over a month, but I promised myself that I would wait to start planning the wedding until after school was out for the summer. I did, however, decide allow myself one pre-summer wedding indulgence: … [Read more...]

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Stitch Fix #5… I Bought it ALL

May 17, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 21 Comments

This week my latest selection from Stitch Fix arrived on my doorstep. This little brown box has become a monthly highlight that I always look forward to. Not sure what Stitch Fix is? Stitch Fix is an online personal styling service. Subscribers are matched with a personal stylist … [Read more...]

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Sharing the Big Moment in a Kindergarten Classroom

April 30, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 40 Comments

Earlier this week, I shared some very BIG news with my small students. The man I love asked me to be his wife and I said "yes." As we were driving home from a whirlwind weekend in Chicago, I turned to my fiancée Rob and wondered aloud "how will I tell my students?" This post … [Read more...]

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 Maria Gavin round Hello there and welcome!
I'm Maria Gavin - a kindergarten teacher, curriculum developer, educational blogger and founder of Kinder Craze.

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