OCT
02
2023
Movement Activities That Help Learners of Every Age Refocus
An increase in wiggles and whispers or holes torn in papers from too much erasing can be important clues that your students are beginning to reach their individual or developmental Read More…
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SEP
28
2023
How to Support a Guest Teacher During a Teacher’s Absence
Throughout the school year, there will be times when you will be absent. Whether your absence is planned or unexpected, prepare for these instances at the beginning of the school Read More…
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SEP
11
2023
Four Powerful Ways You Can Shift Your Teacher Language to Welcome Students
Starting the Year With Effective Teacher Language The skillful use of teacher language has the power to help create and maintain a positive, encouraging, and respectful classroom community, especially in Read More…
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SEP
01
2023
Read-Alouds for the Beginning of the Year
Reading aloud can be a powerful way to build community and shared understanding at the beginning of the school year. My classes and I used to laugh and talk all year about…
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AUG
21
2023
Five Things Every Teacher Should Do on the First Day of School
There is such a sense of potential that comes with the freshly sharpened pencils, organized supplies, and stacks of books waiting to be handed out at the start of a Read More…
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