Starting out as a first year teacher can feel a little scary and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Below I share some of my wisdom by outlining 15 mistakes to avoid as a first-year teacher. (Personal mistakes i’ve made throughout my years of teaching!) These tips are things that every first-year teacher should…
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How to Set up a Writing Corner in your Classroom
Let me tell you what I want most for my students as writers. I want them to love writing. Pretty simple, right? I also want them to be excited to jot their words down on paper. I want them to know that their stories and opinions matter and deserve to be shared. A few years…
Classroom Decor Ideas & Themes
When I was in school to become a teacher, I couldn’t wait for the day that I would get to go and pick out classroom decor for my own room. Borders, posters, school supplies…you name it, and I wanted it. So, when the time finally came to get classroom decorations for my own elementary classroom, I…
