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5 must have back to school 2020 supplies for teachers
Back to school 2020 looks a whole lot different and more uncertain. Even if you know your school’s plans there are contingencies and distance learning in some capacity. Here’s what you need to be successful for Back to School Supplies 2020 to be successful. We’ll break this down for Teachers (at home) and for students…
Read MoreYou’ve started with STEM Now What? Elevating your Lessons with STEM Connections
So Maybe you’ve wanted to start with STEM but not sure where. Check out this list of prep and resources with TONS of freebies (!) to help get ideas and read on to see just how easy to implement with some lessons! I love using this Monster Genetics Lab every single year! It has always…
Read MoreNO 1:1 = NO PROBLEM
What can you do with little tech…to greatly improve instruction?! Here are some ideas we used this year that you can rock with just 1 computer or iPad! 1. TWITTER – now as an individual I hardly use twitter (gasp!) I’ve tried and tried and had no success with sticking with it BUT for Global…
Read MoreUpper Elementary Literacy Block Schedule
My literacy block is a piece of work…not in a bad way ….just a work in progress. I’ve been inspired by numerous other experience bloggers and teachers and since I’m the only 4th grade teacher at my school, I’d love some input and will try to clarify what I’m doing this year for your sake…
Read MoreWhat’s New with You?!
I’m starting a short mini-series on some things I want to try during this school year. Join me on this journey by following along – I’d love to hear what new things you are trying this year! The basic premise is student led projects that are decided by them. Teaching students how to design and present…
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