I’m not a fan of instructional coaches. Honestly, it is because, in my almost 11 years of teaching, I’ve never had one that helped me grow as an educator. I know amazing coaches exist; I’ve just never experienced one. So, this post is pretty much my wishlist that can help you become a stronger coach…
Keeping students engaged in a virtual classroom is a challenge, but it is possible. Our engagement level is making students excited to join our live lessons or thinking about skipping. While I don’t have 100% attendance for each class (I’m self-contained), I do see all of my students at some point during the day. Check…
Teachers around the world are working harder than ever before. Some of us are struggling to learn new technology while delivering quality instruction. We are trying to figure out what to teach online and how to package it so students can understand virtually. Some teachers are now teaching online and in-person. And it is a…
If I can vent to you real quick, COVID has destroyed my blogging plans. Last year, I made tons of back to school content that I planned to reuse this school year. When I created the videos, blog posts, and tutorials, I thought it would be seasonal content that will never not (double negative to…
I love reading to my students. When the schools were closed, this was the one thing I missed. Really missed. My first day of school is in a few weeks, and while I don’t know a lot about what will happen this school year, I know that I will read books to my students daily. …
In August of 2005, one of the deadliest hurricanes hit New Orleans and other parts of the Gulf Coast. I remember being in college, watching it on the news. I remember my college taking in other college students who were displaced by the storm. I remember Kanye West’s unforgettable quote. Hurricane Katrina killed almost 2,000…
I think it is safe to say that just about everyone loves unicorns! These books are all excellent choices to check out from the library or buy! I will update this list as I find more books! Follow me on Instagram to get updates and ideas for other picture books! If there’s a book you think I…
Books can be and should be read in every classroom! I really wanted to make this list for music and art teachers to help encourage literacy in your classroom. I can see your creative minds using these books to create engaging lessons! I will update this list as I find more books! Follow me on Instagram to…
What kid doesn’t like books about animals? I haven’t met a single one. This list contains some of the most engaging animal books I’ve used in my classroom! I will update this list as I find more books! Follow me on Instagram to get updates and ideas for other picture books! If there’s a book you think…
Picture books can help you teach almost anything! These books are great if you are doing a voting unit or if there is an upcoming election. I will update this list as I find more books! Follow me on Instagram to get updates and ideas for other picture books! If there’s a book you think I should…
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