Teaching Tips from Students
In the beginning of every new school year, I always try to get to know my students as best as I can. One of the
Assigning Writing in the Beginning of the School Year
The first week back to school is usually pretty hectic. From getting back in the swing of things to preparing for the first day and
Why I Teach Text Annotation During the First Week of School
With the new school year on the horizon, many teachers across the nation, myself included, are preparing for the back-to-school season. The first few days
Three Tips to Ace Your Teacher Job Interview
You’ve sent out dozens of resumes and finally landed an interview for your first teaching job. After your celebrate getting the interview, you need to
Back to School Writing Prompts for the Secondary Classroom
With the new school year on the horizon, here are some helpful back to school writing prompts to use with your new students! One of
How to Build a Classroom Library Easily and Affordably
Whether you just signed your first teaching contract, are a seasoned educator, or you are still working toward your earning your teaching license, it is never too early (or late) to start building your classroom library. In fact, the earlier you start building your classroom library, the easier the task will be. Read on to learn how to build a classroom library easily and affordably.
End of the Year Activities for Secondary ELA: 3 Activities to Try this Year!
It is almost the end of the school year, and that means it is time to start planning those end of the year activities for
How to Save Money on Quality Teaching Resources
One thing I love is scoring a great deal! When my husband and I moved into our first house, I was able to purchase the
End of the Year Time Savers for Secondary Teachers
The end of the school year is quickly approaching. In fact, many teachers started their summer countdowns weeks ago! As the days slowly tick by