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Brian Smith

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Meghan Everette

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Lindsey Petlak

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I teach fourth grade

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Alycia Zimmerman

I teach 3rd grade

I am an almost-digital-native and Ms. Frizzle wannabe
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This month will be a maelstrom of singing, dancing, and rehearsing as we
prepare for our class play at the end of the month. What play? Here’s a
hint … “You’re never fully dressed without a smile!”

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Building Teamwork and Bridges: A STEM Icebreaker

By Alycia Zimmerman on September 19, 2013

A bridge-building design challenge also builds student collaboration. Here's a step-by-step video for this easy back-to-school engineering...

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4 Classroom Organization Ideas That Really Work

By Alycia Zimmerman on September 4, 2013

Use these four chaotic-classroom-proofed ideas along with downloadable labels to organize classroom supplies.

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Classroom DIY: New Use for Your Old Chalkboard

By Alycia Zimmerman on August 28, 2013

Learn how to create a colorful bulletin board using inexpensive materials and download printable Word Wall templates to mount on it.

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9 Lessons From the Director’s Chair

By Alycia Zimmerman on May 23, 2013

As I'm tackling the final week of rehearsals for my class's performance of Annie, I'd like to share some of the lessons I've learned...

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Tie-Dyeing Keepsake T-Shirts the Clean and Easy Way

By Alycia Zimmerman on May 15, 2013

Looking for an end-of-year art project for your class? Faux tie-dyeing shirts with permanent markers is a quick and easy activity your...

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Teacher Appreciation by the Book

By Alycia Zimmerman on May 8, 2013

You probably know a teacher (or many) who deserves a ticker-tape parade -- including you! Here are some great children's books that give a...

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