The Paradox of Choice in Schools- Are Choices Always Good for Kids?
The paradox of choice says: The MORE options we are given, the LESS satisfied we could be with whatever option we pick. This has been proven by science and businesses …
Teacher Truth: A Look At The Impact of Educators this Year
I was thinking about something the other day and I’m wondering if you agree? Sometimes we OVERESTIMATE the impact we can make in one day of teaching kids. But we …
Classroom Activity: Toy Throwdown- PERFECT for SEL Time
I love the game uno, do you? My students really like it too! In my career I’ve taught elementary, middle, and high school and this is one game that ALL …
The Next Time you are Frustrated with a Student Ask Yourself These Questions…
I’ve got an important Spring Teacher Tip for you today. The next time you are frustrated with a situation or a student ask yourself these questions: Why am I …
March Madness For Teachers- The Ultimate Bracket Remix for Classroom Relationships
March Madness isn’t just about basketball! It’s also the time of the year where we, as teachers, are wanting to have an awesome 4th Quarter! So let me ask …
Teacher Tired is REAL- So How Do We Make 4th Quarter Awesome?
Do You Need A Boost?I think we all do, right? There is no denying the fact that this year has been crazy hard! Sub shortages. More on our plates than …
Classroom Game for March Madness- Awesome Student Engagement Idea!
Fun Fact- In 1999 my middle school basketball team won the State tournament. We felt like total ballers when they handed us the huge trophy and cut down the net …
Create March Madness Cookie Conversations in Your Classroom with This Free Battle Bracket
Tis’ the season for Girl Scout Cookies! No matter if your students have actually eaten all of these or not, they will love the Girl Scout Cookie Battle! This is the …
Check Out This Would You Rather- Classroom Remix!
Doing engaging games with kids is a great way to build a classroom community. You probably have dome something like Would You Rather before. But, the version I’ve created takes …
180 FULL Morning Meeting Lessons Specific for Elementary Students
You may have heard about 180 Days of Awesome SEL. It is 180 Full Advisory lessons to help with social-emotional learning. And it’s awesome. But I am PUMPED to announce …
A Ridiculous Teacher Idea Using an Envelope- This Works!
This year I’ve came up with A LOT of ridiculous ideas just to get the attention of kids. Have you found yourself experimenting too? One of the silliest things I’ve …
Take A Look at This Free Engaging, SEL Lesson
Running out of ideas to help build connections with kids? Finding it hard to get kids focused? Want to make February freaking awesome? No worries! I’ve got you covered for a Tuesday (or …
A Difficult Question for Educators: Do You Still Like Teaching?
When I was a kid I had 2 main goals: 1. Be a good person 2. Pursue a career I enjoy If you asked yourself those two questions today, …
“These Teacher Ideas Were Exactly What I Needed for My Classroom”- Student Engagement Strategies
Fill in the blank…. Education is __________ right now. Some of the answers I have been hearing are: HARD Stressful Time-Consuming Different (A number of fellow teachers just laughed when …
How to Use Dice to Decrease Classroom Problems and Increase Student Engagement
Is there a behavior or classroom expectation that is driving you a little crazy right now? Would you like to increase student motivation and decrease problems with students? Do you …
Motivational Lesson Plan PERFECT For Your Students- FREE PDF
Mondays can be chaotic in classrooms. Sometimes our students need a little motivation, especially to start the week. Teachers could use a little pep in our step too. So I’ve …
A Realistic Plan for Schools in 2023
When a new year approaches we start looking at what is working in our lives and what needs improvement. In schools we literally call this a “School Improvement Plan” Well, …
175 Ideas That Teachers Can Binge to Bring Classrooms to New Levels
Winter break is right around the corner and teachers WE DESERVE IT! I don’t know about you, but I am already planning what I’m going to do (and not do) …
Need a Last Minute Gift Idea for Teachers!?!
Teachers can be hard to shop for. And that could actually be a good thing. Do you want to know why? Because most teachers get VERY excited about items for …
5 Holiday Gifts That are Fun & Perfect for Teachers
Welcome to December! Quite possibly the most difficult month to teach our awesome students. But do you know what makes it better: GIFTS. Gifts make this holiday season so much …
Teachers: Over 100 Ideas on How to Connect with Students (These Relationship Ideas Are Everything!)
Building rooted relationships with students in our schools can be really hard. That is especially true right now! The good news is, you don’t have to do that alone. For …
STOP Teaching Students THIS Myth (It May Not Be What You Think…)
We tell kids…. You can be anything you want to be! But the reality is, that just isn’t true! Instead we should say… You can be who you truly need …
Free Battle Bracket for Fall- A Teacher Resource You Don’t Want to Miss
Holiday Food Makes People Happy! And we are approaching turkey and ham season! So I thought I would help us all out by providing a free activity that is super …
School Problems vs. School Solutions- DATA Collection
Schools get so caught up in facts and figures sometimes. But remember… Data doesn’t mean anything if the people hearing it don’t plan to DO anything with it in the …
Relationship Building Activity that will Help with SEL & Morning Meeting In Your Classroom- NEW SET
Looking for fun, engaging SEL activities? Searching for ways to get kids talking and participating? Wanting to be strong relationships with your students? Exploring ways to laugh while you learn …