Exciting lesson ideas, classroom strategies, book lists, videos, and reproducibles in a daily blog by teachers

Alycia

I live in

New York

I teach

3rd grade

I am

an almost-digital-native and Ms. Frizzle wannabe

Here are my most recent blog posts:

Tie-Dyeing Keepsake T-Shirts the Clean and Easy Way
Teacher Appreciation by the Book
Experimenting with Exploding Soap: Volume, Density, Teamwork
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Tiffani

I live in

California

I teach

Kindergarten

I am

an alphabet singing and storybook reading enthusiast

Here are my most recent blog posts:

5 Steps to Organizing Your Classroom Library
Tips for Packing Up the Classroom for the Summer
Summer Learning: Prevent the Summer Slide
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Christy

I live in

New York

I teach

K-5

I am

a proud supporter of American public education and a tech integrationist

Here are my most recent blog posts:

Picture Books for America's Favorite Pastime
Poetry Made Easy
Field Trip Apps
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Genia

I live in

Michigan

I teach

3rd grade

I am

seriously addicted to all things technology in my teaching

Here are my most recent blog posts:

Quick and Easy Thank-You Gifts for Classroom Volunteers
Math Meets Art: Symmetry Self-Portraits
Investigating Nonfiction Part 3: Independent and Guided Reading
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Julie

I live in

Texas

I teach

PreK-5th

I am

a Literacy Coach, and lover of picture books

Here are my most recent blog posts:

Our Book of the Month Program: Why it Really Matters
Real-Life Learning: A Primary Study of Life Cycles
Poems for Mom: A Perfect Gift
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Shari

I live in

Kansas

I teach

2nd grade

I am

an inquiring investigator of… my students’ brains, of course

Here are my most recent blog posts:

Successful Planning for Authentic Learning
Top 10 Reasons to Use Authentic Learning
Using a Time Line as an Established Tool
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Creating a Teacher Workspace

By Tiffani Mugurussa on November 20, 2012

Do you have a specific teacher workspace in your classroom, and does it work for you? Creating an ideal workspace can make working at your...

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Math Work Stations

By Tiffani Mugurussa on November 13, 2012

Do you use math work stations or math centers? Do you know the difference between math work stations and math centers?

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Sharing Thanksgiving With Kindergartners

By Tiffani Mugurussa on November 6, 2012

Thanksgiving can be a busy time of year for most teachers. It is the time many of us are completing assessments and beginning report cards...

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Tips for Teaching High Frequency and Sight Words

By Tiffani Mugurussa on October 30, 2012

What strategies do you use to teach high frequency and sight words? I use a wide range of techniques to teach my students these words to...

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It's Pumpkin Time

By Tiffani Mugurussa on October 23, 2012

Pumpkins here, pumpkins there, pumpkins are in our classroom everywhere. We are elbow deep in pumpkin pulp and seeds. Come see what we have...

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The Leaves Are Falling

By Tiffani Mugurussa on October 16, 2012

Happy fall, y’all! What’s in your fall book basket? Take a peek at what we are reading and doing as we embrace the beautiful colors of fall.

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Great Crate Storage Seats

By Tiffani Mugurussa on October 9, 2012

Do you need a cute and functional storage solution for your classroom. Try your hand at making these crate storage seats.

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Creating a Cozy Classroom

By Tiffani Mugurussa on October 2, 2012

Does your classroom feel comfortable, cozy, and inviting, or does it feel drab and institutional? Creating an environment that welcomes...

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Happy Birthday, Clifford!

By Tiffani Mugurussa on September 25, 2012

Clifford the Big Red Dog is turning 50! Join us in celebrating the big day with Clifford and Norman Bridwell during the live webcast.

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