Working to build classroom culture in the first weeks of school is critical. Research shows that a number of components related to classroom culture, student discussion, and more are highly correlated with academic success. Not only that, but we want our students to enjoy their time in our rooms, right? Let's take a peek at nine strategies that will help build your classroom community and lead ... Read the Post
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Getting Students to Engage with Read Alouds
Selecting amazing read alouds can be a fun yet daunting task. There are so many top-notch books...and it’s sometimes hard to choose. We often rely on our “oldies but goodies”, and that’s a great approach when you have something that is tested and effective. Sometimes, however, it’s fun to try something new I can’t lie--I ALWAYS start my year by reading Fish in a Tree (and here’s a blog post ... Read the Post
Growth Mindset Misconceptions
We hear people in education and the world around us refer to teaching a “growth mindset” all the time. If you are unfamiliar with the work of Carol Dweck, I must insist that you check it out. It has such powerful implications for us as educators. That being said, we do have some growth mindset misconceptions that we need to tackle as we move forward. Check out this post for some food for ... Read the Post
10 Ways to Create a Culture for Reading
Developing a love of reading seems to come naturally for some students, but for some--it takes a loving teacher to make the magic happen! Check out these ten tips for getting started building a culture for reading in YOUR class! 1. Share YOUR love of reading. Whether you are in a "grown up" book club of your own or can simply model your love with HOW you read, how MUCH you read, or your ... Read the Post
5 Great Earth Day Activities
Elementary-aged children love to feel they are making a difference. There are so many Earth Day activities and experiences that can make them feel they are an important part of their planet's future! Virtual Field Trips So many of our students have a very limited view of the world. Let's face it--they've only been on the planet for a few years! That being said, with the increased ... Read the Post
Geometry Lessons for 4th Grade: What Makes Geometry Challenging?
What makes geometry lessons challenging for so many students in elementary school? Many of us have our own preconceptions about geometry, possibly stemming from our own struggles in high school with geometry. In fact, many of us did really well with the "numbers" math like algebra but felt the walls crash down during geometry. The same is sometimes true for students experiencing geometry ... Read the Post
Seasonal Word Problems: Classroom Uses
We all know that word problems and problem solving are key components of ANY quality math program. Today I want to share how using seasonal word problems can be a quick and easy way to keep things fresh and engaging in your classroom! Because every math series or curriculum is different and paced differently, there is no room for "seasonal" real-world problems. I wanted to have a collection ... Read the Post
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