Why is time management for teachers so important? Because it takes a lot to keep the classroom ship afloat. Most teachers perform hundreds of tasks on any given day. These time management tips for teachers will help you work smarter and enable you to make the most of your time before, during, and after school. Time Management Tip #1: Protect your planning time Lesson planning is ongoing. Set … [Read More...]
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7 Secrets to Student Independence During Centers
As a first-year teacher, I dreaded center time. Mostly because I didn’t yet know that the secret to getting my students to work independently during centers was to train them. I didn’t yet know how to train my students well and I wasn’t consistent. And I was certainly no expert in student engagement. In this post I’ll share the specific actions I took that changed all that and made my small group … [Read More...]
Properties of Matter Science Experiments for Second Grade
This post is a roundup of hands-on and fun properties of matter science experiments and STEAM activities that address second grade science standards. All of the materials used are easy to find and available at the dollar store. Properties of Matter Science Experiments It is essential when teaching science that our students learn to ask questions, make observations, and be able to communicate … [Read More...]
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The first month of a new school year is the most tiring for any teacher. We spend so much time and energy getting our classrooms up and running and training our students that we sometimes forget that it does get easier. In this post, I'll share six things to do the first month of school that will set you up for a successful school year. These six important first month of school classroom … [Read More...]
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