Whether you’re teaching at a public, private, or Sunday school, there’s something special about morning greetings. It’s not just your intuition or good manners that tells you it’s the right thing to do; greeting students at the door is an evidence-based practice in education. Greeting your students at the door is a great way to…
What is popcorn reading? Popcorn reading is no longer considered a best practice in education. However, some teachers across the United States still utilize popcorn reading and some other variations of it. The purpose of this blog post is to equip teachers with information about why popcorn reading has fallen from grace, and to offer…
Have you ever sat in a classroom or professional development, and all you could think about was the annoying noises you heard, the restrictive nature of the assignments or group activities, or even your physical position within the space? When students feel like they have no choices to make in their learning environment or in…
It starts with a whisper. A rumor is started, and it spreads like wildfire. Girls become divided, friendships are ruined, and reputations are tarnished. This is girl drama, and it can be extremely harmful to girls both mentally and emotionally. In this blog post, we will discuss how schools and parents can help girls to…
It’s daunting, isn’t it? You’ve just been hired as a new teacher and now you’re expected to perform miracles in the classroom. It’s no wonder so many new teachers feel overwhelmed and lost during their first year. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! In this post, we will share 25 tips for new teachers…
There’s no denying that one of the hardest parts of teaching for any new teacher is classroom management. In fact, teachers who are still struggling with students’ behavior years into their careers will find it hard to accomplish much in terms of student growth and test scores – the thing upon which our careers seem…