Unique customs make Christmas in Germany a magical time of year with many fun things to share with your students! In this post, I share easy and fun activities, teaching ... Read More
Christmas Traditions in Italy: Activities & Crafts for Kids
Are you teaching your students about winter holidays around the world? If so, you’re in the right place! In this post you’ll learn some of the beloved Christmas traditions in ... Read More
10 Positive Ways to Be Proactive with Parents
When teachers take the time to reach out to parents early and often, it builds trust and rapport. This makes it much easier to communicate about academic progress, behavior ... Read More
Parent-Teacher Conference Forms and Handouts That Fit Every Classroom
Conference time is coming and the scramble begins to find conference forms that work for your classroom. Parent communication isn’t one size fits all and the handouts you need ... Read More
10 Tips for Having Difficult Conversations With Parents
As a teacher, you have such an important job. You are spending 8+ hours teaching a classroom of young minds. But, we all know that the job goes far beyond simply teaching. ... Read More
What to Talk About At Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences provide an opportunity to strengthen the bond between teachers and parents and foster a collaborative relationship in and out of the ... Read More
How to Prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences: A Complete Guide for New Teachers
How do I prepare for parent-teacher conferences? Parent-teacher conferences offer valuable uninterrupted time to help bridge the gap between teachers and parents. The goal ... Read More
How To Get Beginning-of-the-Year Assessments Done When Your Class Can’t Work Independently Yet
The beginning of the school year is such an exciting, yet chaotic time. You are meeting 20+ new smiling faces, teaching all about your routines and procedures, reading fun ... Read More
