Using Visual Directions in the Classroom
Do you often find yourself repeating the same directions over and over throughout the day? Using Visual Directions in the Classroom has been a game changer for my first graders! Visual direction cards are an amazing classroom management strategy for helping students follow step-by-step instructions! Visual reminders using pictures allow your students to be more independent […]
How-To Writing for Primary Classrooms
Getting started with the unit How-to Writing is one of my favorite writing units in first grade! We usually dive into the genre following small moment writing and it is such a fresh change during Writer’s Workshop! Today I wanted to share about what we do during our unit to develop as writers! Read to […]
5 Routines to Keep You Organized This School Year
An organized, clean classroom truly makes my heart happy! A clutter-free space relieves stress and makes my second-home a joyful place to be! Here are 5 ways that I keep my classroom organized even during a chaotic school year. 1. Set aside a big chunk of time at the beginning to get your […]
Simplify and Streamline your Math Centers!
During my second year of teaching, I made the jump to guided math and it was hands-down the best instructional decision I’ve made! It allows me to support my learners at all levels and really get to know them as mathematicians. By working with all students in a small group every single day, I got […]
Words Their Way in the Primary Classroom
Changing your approach to word study in the classroom to support ALL of your students! This year we began using Words their Way and said goodbye to traditional spelling lists and weekly spelling tests. While this was an adjustment, the results have been amazing! Students at all levels feel challenged and successful! Words their Way […]