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5 Benefits of Small Group Math Instruction
It’s no secret that there are so many benefits of small group math instruction, but maybe you need a few reminders as to why you

3 Steps You Can Take to Improve Differentiated Math Instruction
Do you ever feel overwhelmed when it comes to differentiated math instruction for the entire class? It definitely can be tricky, but it doesn’t have

Word Work Centers: Everything You Need to Know
So many teachers find that their word work center is boring and time-consuming to set up, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Except

Math Centers: Everything You Need to Know
Do you feel overwhelmed and perhaps a little disorganized when it comes to your running math centers? While there are three rotations for math workshop

My Favorite Versions of the Three Little Pigs
I love teaching compare and contrast with different versions of the Three Little Pigs. And if you’re anything like me, you LOVE a good book

20 Books for Teaching Cause and Effect: The Ultimate List
Are you teaching cause and effect? Do you love a good book list? Me too. I thought I’d do you a favor and share some

How to Assess Math: A Friendly Debate
There’s always a bit of debating when it comes to talking about how to assess math skills. One question teachers often ask: Should students be

Christmas Crafts in the Classroom
Not sure how to incorporate Christmas Crafts in the classroom? Read on here to learn how and why! I’ve taught primarily first and second grade

How to Write Complete Sentences with a Fun Halloween Twist
Teaching students how to write complete sentences is such an important skill, but it can also be extremely difficult and frustrating! When students learn how

Main Idea In A Paragraph: How to Win Big
Finding the main idea in a paragraph can be so hard for students to understand and find. Sharing with you today are some tips and

Reading Groups: How to Plan Teacher Tips
Have you ever felt like planning guided reading groups each week is time-consuming, complicated, and you just don’t even know where to start? You’re not

Guided Math Workshop: How to Plan Teacher Tips
Being a K-2 teacher, it can be hard to know where exactly to start when it comes to planning a guided math workshop. That’s why