Undoubtedly, the most important thing for us to teach our students the first week of school are the rules and expectations in our classroom. Setting the stage for our school year early helps students know what to expect and helps our classroom flow more smoothly. What better way to teach rules and expectations than to…
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Mistakes to Avoid as a First-Year Teacher
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…
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…
