Every once in a while, you stumble on an activity that just clicks with your students. And for me, that’s Which One Doesn’t Belong? These ...

About 10 years ago, a new teacher walked into my room and looked at the poem up on my projector. She rolled her eyes.  "I HATE poetry!...

Learning every student’s name, and pronouncing it correctly, is one of the simplest but most powerful ways to build community in the classro...

The first day of school can feel like a whirlwind. By the time lunch is over, everyone’s minds and bodies have been working hard. That’s why...

September is almost here and if you’re anything like me, you’re looking for easy, ready-to-go resources to keep your days smooth and your st...

There’s a quote I recently turned into a poster for our classroom: “Math is not a spectator sport. The only way to learn math is to do math...

LET'S BE REAL: There’s a lot on your plate at the start of a new school year. Between prepping supplies, organizing your classroom, and ...