What’s Your Teacher Age? (This Breakdown Will Make You Laugh)
My students got really stuck on the age of teachers this year. One day during class they found out I was 35 and they lost their minds. They then proceeded …
How to Spend Spirit Week In Schools!
I have one level for Spirit Week: Full Throttle! Schools have spirit weeks for: homecoming, prom, book celebrations, community events, and so much more. We had a spirit week at …
THIS is What Teachers Need Right Now!
Want to end this school year on a good note? Want a few ideas to connect with kids? Want a simple way to engage & motivate students? Want a reminder of …
Teachers Deserve AWESOME Professional Development
Have you ever sat through TERRIBLE professional development? You know the kind I’m talking about…. PD that makes you want to poke your eyes out because it’s mind numbing. PD …
“Why Do Teachers Seem So Stressed Out?” – A Question From a Student
I overheard an interesting conversation today… Student 1: Teachers seem so stressed out right now, what’s going on? Student 2: Listen, if I was a teacher I would just be …
Are You Questioning Being a Teacher Forever?
From time to time we get home from school and ask ourselves, “What am I doing.” Some days are super hard. Some days it feels like we aren’t great educators. …
Students Will Be Honest: Teachers Just Have to Ask
It’s always good to gather feedback from kids… That feedback can be in the form of thoughts on lessons, opinions on activities, and other “stuff” too. Here is a real …
How to Be the BEST Teacher You Can Be All School Year Long…
Are you an energetic teacher who has a passion for continuous improvement and looking for a fun, fresh perspective? Are you a new teacher who is looking to start your …
The Dollar Tree: The Ultimate Teacher Trap
It just doesn’t make sense… We walk into Dollar Tree to buy popcorn and juice boxes for a classroom party. And walk out with $172 worth of items we don’t …
Make June & July Extra Awesome with This Simple Link
YOU deserve to have an awesome summer. We as teachers deserve that every year, but especially after this school year. And as much as I want to turn off my …
How to Have The BEST 4th Quarter of Your Teaching Career in Less than 21-Days… Even if You are Feeling SO Burnt Out!
Did you know…that just because spring fever has hit (you and your students), doesn’t mean we can’t end the year even better than we started. Is 4th Quarter So Stinkin …
Make Your Month Magical with This Classroom Competition
A trip to the dollar tree can make your March magical! Or Your April Awesome. Or Your May Magnificent! Need to help motivated your class during what seems like the …
Spirit Week During a Pandemic?
“Ms G is that a Malibu Barbie Sweatshirt…?” Spirit week has to be one of my favorite weeks of the entire school year! There is something ridiculously exiting about getting …
Never Underestimate The Value of Student Selfies
Confession: During the quarantine developed a daily need for McDonalds unsweetened tea (add 3 splendas) It’s become a pandemic vice and I’m totally ok with it! A few weeks ago …
Reminder To Teachers: You Are Awesome
Well. Here we are getting ready to start another year of awesome education for students. But this year feels so stinkin’ different right? We are throwing out words like “hybrid …
Teachers Crushing COVID- Ideas & Reminders for Educators
Resources. Reminders. Remixes. Really everything an educator needs right now. In this relatable episode we talk about the #1 needs of kids AND teachers right now. To listen to the …
BONUS Episode- Tough Times for Teachers Means More Laughter and Learning
In this special, extended episode Jack Berckemeyer and I dive deep into the state of education right now and what this means for the future. Whether you are a teacher …
LIVE Lessons For You and Your Students
In an effort to do anything I can to help support awesome teachers like you and the amazing students you serve, I am hosting LIVE lessons with Ms. G every …
3 Classroom Decorations That Totally Make A Difference!
Decorations can definitely make an impact on kids. I think there’s a huge difference between putting things on walls so that they’re filled and putting things on walls because it …
Episode 31: Danna
What happens when you combine Kenny G and Kids? THIS! Episode 31 features Danna from the Happy Teacher Revolution. This episode has perfect timing with teacher appreciation month! Do …
Episode 30: Eric Crouch
This innovative episode is jaw dropping! Episode 30 features Eric Crouch, an awesome educator who is truly turning trash into treasure! Check out Eric’s amazing ideas as he dishes …
Episode 25: Michelle Griffo
Not just anyone can make cutting paper this much fun… Episode 25 stars Michelle Griffo, an educator who is passionate about some really “cutting edge” teacher products! Check out Michelle’s …
Episode 24: Jed Dearybury
Get ready for a whole lotta fun and singing…. yes, singing! Episode 24 features Jed Dearybury, an educator who is enthusiastic about incorporating the arts in all classrooms. Check out …
Episode 18: Wilkie Law
Episode 18 features Wilkie Law, a beat dropper, fire dancer, and a champion teacher. Check out Wilkie’s awesome ideas as he dishes out two quick tips on consistency, student voice, …
Episode 16: Debbie Silver
She’s good…. Episode 16 stars Debbie Silverr, an author, consultant, and education leader who is all about helping teachers understand the value in feedback. Check out Debbie’s awesome ideas as …