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Stress-Free Meet the Teacher Night Stations

The first weeks back at school are so busy! Back to School night can be hectic, so try setting up stations for a stress-free meet the teacher night. Although I’m calling them “stations,” they are really just invitations to students and parents to engage in some meaningful activities and ... READ the POST

Using a Back to School Flipbook for Distance Learning

It’s almost time to go back to school! It’s been a while since we’ve been in the classroom, and your back to school night may look a little different this year. No matter if you’re meeting parents and your new students in person or conducting a “virtual open house”, a back to school flipbook is the ... READ the POST

5 Vocabulary Activities & Games your Students will Love

Teaching vocabulary doesn't have to be a dull routine with the right vocabulary activities. I've already shared some simple steps for teaching vocabulary so that students retain it. The last of these steps is to engage your students in playing with the vocabulary words. My favorite way to do ... READ the POST

6 Tips for Parent-Teacher Conference Success

Fall parent-teacher conference time is just around the corner, and you are getting ready to share all the amazing things your students have done this year. Conferences are an important time to connect with each student's family and discuss their academic performance and behavior at school. It ... READ the POST

Must-Have Back to School Books for 5th Grade

At the beginning of the school year, the literature you select can help set the tone for a safe and respectful classroom culture and can instill a challenging academic climate. If you want to help your students learn to love reading while also providing resources for their personal and academic ... READ the POST

Back to School Survival Tips for Teachers

It’s back to school time! Teaching is a passion, and even though I love summer break, I am always excited to get back into the classroom in the fall. It can be really easy, however, to let your job take over your life outside of school as well. These 5 back to school survival tips for teachers will ... READ the POST

real teachers said...

After 2 years of using this resource I can say that it dramatically helped my usually low performing students be recognized as in the top 10% of growth in the state. This is a must have for any 5th grade teacher.

(5th Grade Vocabulary Bundle)

Wendy S.

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2019-10-14T17:05:08-06:00

Wendy S.

After 2 years of using this resource I can say that it dramatically helped my usually low performing students be recognized as in the top 10% of growth in the state. This is a must have for any 5th grade teacher. (5th Grade Vocabulary Bundle)
I love this resource! It was thorough and fun. The kids had a great time going through the various stations. The activities really helped to reinforce their understanding of probability. It was a hit and I will be using this for many years to come. Thank you!

(Probability Stations)

Kate A.

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2019-10-14T17:09:01-06:00

Kate A.

I love this resource! It was thorough and fun. The kids had a great time going through the various stations. The activities really helped to reinforce their understanding of probability. It was a hit and I will be using this for many years to come. Thank you! (Probability Stations)
I had purchased other flip books in the past and found them tricky or time-consuming. Not the case with this one! Very simple to use and will be a friendly tool to communicate important information with parents.

(Back to School Flipbook)

Karina B.

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2019-10-14T17:11:02-06:00

Karina B.

I had purchased other flip books in the past and found them tricky or time-consuming. Not the case with this one! Very simple to use and will be a friendly tool to communicate important information with parents. (Back to School Flipbook)
This is the best tool for organized groups! The kids love the timer and I love how it is color-coded for 2 minutes and 1 minute. I use this every day for reading and math centers!

(Digital Rotation Boards for Reading & Math)

Nikki J.

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2019-10-14T17:24:31-06:00

Nikki J.

This is the best tool for organized groups! The kids love the timer and I love how it is color-coded for 2 minutes and 1 minute. I use this every day for reading and math centers! (Digital Rotation Boards for Reading & Math)
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