Setting discussion norms is critical if you want your students leading your class discussions. Regardless of what subject you teach, having students take the lead will result in them taking ownership and responsibility more so than if you are dictating the conversations. This is something I ... Read More about Setting Discussion Norms
2 Easy Ways to Use Primary Sources In the Classroom
I wanted to share with you all something that I have made a goal for myself this year, and that is to incorporate primary sources into each unit I teach. I’m not sure about you, but I found myself shying away from using primary documents because a) I didn’t know where to find quality primary ... Read More about 2 Easy Ways to Use Primary Sources In the Classroom
Back to School Tips for Middle School
When I moved up to middle school from elementary school, I found that my back to school routine changed, too! I wanted to share some tips that will help you begin to plan for going back to school in the middle grades. In my video I explain some of the areas I address when ... Read More about Back to School Tips for Middle School
Tips for Transition from Elementary School to Middle School
I taught elementary school for 14 years. I knew exactly what I was doing (most of the time). But when I moved up to teaching middle school, I found myself struggling like a brand new teacher. Changing grade levels can really throw you off your teaching game. Here are some ... Read More about Tips for Transition from Elementary School to Middle School
Easy Ways to Integrate Literacy With Your Science & Social Studies
Feel like you never have enough time to teach it all? Me, too! But once I started integrating literacy with my science and social studies, I suddenly found the time I had been missing. Click on my video to learn how I integrate literacy into science & social ... Read More about Easy Ways to Integrate Literacy With Your Science & Social Studies
