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...]
Classroom Management Phrases for Teachers February Roundup
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...]
Classroom Management Phrases for Teachers January Roundup
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...]
What I’m Working With… A Look at My Devices
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...]
Stitch Fix 8 Goes Back to School and a GIVEAWAY
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...]
Viva Las Vegas! Reflections on #TpTVegas14
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...]
This Introverted #GIRLBOSS is Still Reflecting on Vegas
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...]
Old School, New Life Ahead . . . In Pictures!
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...]
Stitch Fix #5… I Bought it ALL
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...]
Sharing the Big Moment in a Kindergarten Classroom
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...]
