When I was teaching first grade many moons ago, my room mom mentioned something to me that has never left my file cabinet since: a happy file. From my years teaching and tutoring, I’ve saved some of those handwritten cards and notes from former students. When I’m having one of those terrible, no good, very […]
Classroom Behavior Management Idea: Star Student
Every teacher wants a positive and productive classroom environment to conduct learning. On any given day, that can be a challenge. Behavior management was the most challenging for me when I had a classroom of 32 students. Yes, you read that right, 32 students! I could have nearly lost my mind teaching messy art activities […]
Classroom Reward Idea: The 100 Box
I can’t take credit for this idea. This is actually from my 8th grade teacher, Mr. Fontanetta (who by far, was one of the best educators in my life). Sure, the debate rages on with using rewards in the classroom. Some theories state that learning should be its own reward, but for some of our […]
Classroom Organization Freebie: Classroom Number Printables
In order for every classroom to run smoothly, there needs to be organization. Today’s freebie is marquee-themed classroom numbers! They are perfect for classroom organization and have endless possibilities. Here are a few ways that you can use them in your classrooms: Use them for table numbers. It’s an easy way to create groups and the […]
Magnetic Clothespin Organization Craft and $100 Dollar Tree Giveaway
This post is sponsored by Blueprint Social and Dollar Tree. All opinions are 100% mine. Here in Chicago, I live walking-distance from my beloved Dollar Tree. Like any craftminded-teacher on a budget, I’ve mastered the art of making something from the bare minimum. When I saw that Dollar Tree hosts a trove of ideas on […]
