Being More than a Teacher
One of the simplest but most appreciated gift to teachers is a teacher thank you letter. When I first stepped into a classroom almost 15 years ago, I started getting drawings and letters from students. Even when I taught middle school, I would still routinely getting many notes, coloring pages, and drawings. As teachers accumulate […]
This intro post is brought to you by BusyKid.com! When you were in high school, you probably thought about how some of the classes you’re taking will ever help you in life after you graduate. Chances are, many high school students these days are also asking themselves the same question. Unless they’re planning on becoming […]
Digital learning tools. It seems to be the reoccurring theme in the teacher educator world and I don’t think that is going to change in 2021 either. Teachers are in high need of motivating, engaging digital learning tools that make their already hectic life easier. Although, I’ve been now teaching from home since March, I […]
Stress is natural and will always be apart of our daily life. But being able to manage stress well will give teachers the spirit they need to happily stay in the classroom. A little over two years ago, I was dealing with teacher burnout. I was tired, extremely overwhelmed, and felt like I needed an […]
Using whiteboards in the classroom has been the norm at least in the last 20 years. It is nice and neat to use and it’s fun to write on. Also, a DIY classroom whiteboard is an easy way to transform your virtual teaching and learning space. Knowing this, a few teachers in a former building […]
Halloween family movies is all the rage. With inflation comes the markup of everything, including those large candy bags. It might be time to start looking for some fun family alternatives. One of the best and safest activities for families during Halloween is having a family movie night. A family Halloween movie night is a […]