Building Relationships with students is a critical part of teaching. For many students, if they don't trust you or believe you truly care about them, they aren't going to buy what you're selling.
Classroom Management
Effective Homework: A Better Approach to Giving Homework
I have always hated homework, which is funny, because I'm now going to show you how to give effective homework that actually works. Seriously, it was the word-that-shall-not-be-named, as far as I was
5 Tips for Successful Math Centers
My favorite part of teaching is meeting with my small groups! For me, it is an excellent time to work closely with my students, catch their mistakes before they become habits, and really customize my
How to Use I CAN Math Games in the Classroom
A teacher's time in the classroom is so limited nowadays. It is becoming more and more important to find resources that fill more than just one need. When I originally made I CAN math games, I knew I
My Not-So-Pinteresty Anchor Charts
Like many other teachers, I am addicted to collecting beautiful anchor charts on Pinterest. When I collect these, I know very well I cannot possibly recreate them. I am not an artist...I am a
A Classroom Economy Reward System
I am a very low-maintenance teacher (and proud of it). I am a big believer in time management and only spending my time on things that positively affect my students' learning. For a few