Lots of teachers in the elementary grades like using chair storage sacks, especially if desk space is limited. That’s why we were thrilled to see this highly-rated version from Lakeshore Learning on sale for only $7.49 each. Teachers say they...
“No, don’t open that closet!” my students would warn any unsuspecting newcomer. Despite being organized in other ways, the abundance of school supplies generously provided by my students’ guardians each year always ended up haphazardly stuffed into an ancient closet....
Every teacher understands that the intricate interactions within a classroom can often mask the silent battles some students face with bullying. Despite our efforts, we deeply hope that bullying victims feel safe enough to seek our support when they need...
Have a group of reluctant readers? Not sure which 5th grade books to recommend? Fifth graders can be tricky to please as they’re slowly moving away from their elementary school selves and beginning to see the world in a more...
We often talk about the importance of community building in the classroom at the beginning of the school year. You may play “get to know you” games, assign “all about me” activities, or do show-and-tell to learn more about your...
Responding to what you read is an important literacy skill. Reading about other people’s experiences and perspectives helps kids learn about the world. And although students don’t need to dive deeply into every single book they read, occasionally digging into...
The first day of school is nearly here, and if you still have some last-minute items to grab, you might want to check out Amazon Basics for some serious discounts on supplies. Save on glue sticks, pencils, and other classroom...
Building a strong vocabulary from an early stage sets the groundwork for lifelong learning and academic success for all learners, and it’s especially important for multi-language learners (MLLs). Incorporating vocabulary into your ESL instruction is important because vocabulary knowledge directly...
by TeachThought Staff In ‘Shifts For The Classroom of the Future,’ Terrell Heick said, “It’s challenging enough to manage a traditional learning environment where the curriculum is handed to you, and meetings are set, and you’re simply there to manage;...
The pull to go “back to basics” when it comes to reading instruction has been growing stronger and stronger among many teachers, especially those who work with our youngest learners. We know our students get excited about using technology and...
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