Resources from a mom and former teacher
Create confident writers in a classroom or through online writing lessons Are you stressing out trying to come up with a way to create confident writers and integrate writer’s workshop into your upper elementary classroom? Teaching writing can be painless and fun, whether you’re in a brick and mortar classroom or teacher online writing lessons! Follow these simple instructional strategies…
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Cooking with toddlers sounds like a monumental task some days, but if you are interested in the principles of Montessori education, then cooking is one of the best possible places to start. There are a number of ways to integrate your child’s education into the kitchen, allowing you to simultaneously teach them crucial life skills and guide them in their…
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Do you feel lost when it comes to squeezing in middle school vocabulary instruction? Let alone making it engaging and effective. These simple tips will help you feel capable of making time and space for vocabulary instruction in the classroom or at home. Teaching Middle School Vocabulary “I was watching Netflix last night, and I heard them say “iniquitous” on…
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Math basics are extremely essential for daily life so you may be wondering how to make math fun. From compiling a grocery list and developing a household budget to saving for retirement and making complex financial decisions, a deep understanding of mathematics drives it all. Sadly, so many young people still dislike math. Even students who claim to like math…
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Transitioning to a toddler bed is a big deal! It allows all sorts of new freedoms for your little one. Let me start by saying I am NO expert. We followed our son’s lead and made the transition to a toddler bed when he showed he was ready. It went smoothly but our son also LOVES sleep, which definitely helped…
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Do you feel like you’re organizing your children’s toys all day/every day? I DO. Please say I’m not the only one. They are never-ending, always a mess, and keeping them tidy is a task best left to those with indispensable energy (ahem, not me). But recently, I learned three AMAZING simple rules that have changed our playroom lives. And they…
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