168. How Teachers Can Get a Jumpstart on a Stress-Free Winter Break

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When December hits, it seems like a long road until you’re on winter break. So when break finally arrives all you want to do is relax, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy doing things you love! Then as break nears the end, you get stressed and overwhelmed with all the work you still need to do when school resumes in January. In order to resolve that feeling, in today’s episode, we’re sharing a system for teacher winter break prep that will leave you prepared and planned for the new year before going on break.

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194. Want a Smoother Back to School? Do These 5 Things Now 21:43

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Ever wish you could head into summer already feeling ahead for next school year? We’re sharing five simple but powerful ways to tackle teacher back to school prep before the school year even ends, so you can enjoy your break without that looming to-do list hanging over your head! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-back-to-school-prep/ Resources: Freebie: End of Year Roadmap Guided Discovery of School Tools First Day Pattern Block Activities First Day Lego Activities Looking Ahead, Looking Back Bulletin Board Teacher goodie bag ideas Peanut Butter Barebells Join the Teacher Approved Club! Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 7, The Secret to End of Year Survival Episode 62, End of Year Awards: 5 Reasons You Should Rethink This Classroom Tradition Episode 188, Ending the School Year Strong: 3 Steps to Help Teachers Thrive in Term 4 Episode 193, Why Smart Teachers Start Planning for Next Year in May Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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193. Why Smart Teachers Start Planning for Next Year in May 20:31

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May might feel like survival mode, but it’s actually the perfect time to start planning for the year ahead. In this episode, we share five reasons why teacher end-of-year planning is a game changer, from reflecting on what worked to testing out new systems with your current students. Planning now helps ease your mental load over the summer, so you can enjoy a stress-free break and feel confident when school starts again! Ready to swap back-to-school panic for peace of mind? Download our free End of Year Roadmap to get started! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-end-of-year-planning/ Resources: Don’t Trust Fish, by Neil Sharpson Free Resource: End of year Roadmap Ecosia Join the Teacher Approved Club! Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 190, Do These 5 Easy Things in April to Make Back to School Easier! Episode 188, Ending the School Year Strong: 3 Steps to Help Teachers Thrive in Term 4 Episode 62, End of Year Awards: 5 Reasons You Should Rethink This Classroom Tradition Episode 7, The Secret to End of Year Survival Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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192. Say Goodbye to Recess Problems with These 4 Teacher Approved Fixes 22:15

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Recess drama got you down? In this episode, we’re sharing four teacher-approved fixes to common playground problems, so you can stop dreading recess duty and start feeling confident about this part of the school day. From teaching games to empowering student problem-solving, these simple strategies will help bring structure and peace to your playground! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/recess-problems-for-teachers/ Resources: Join the Teacher Approved Club! Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 175, 10 Easy Ways to Prevent Behavior Problems Before They Start Episode 151, Teacher Work Smarter Tip: Plan for Inside Recess Now Episode 110, Our Favorite Indoor Recess Ideas Episode 92, Teacher Approved Tips: Teaching Recess Games and How to Save Time Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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191. Get Moving! Simple Movement Hacks That Save Your Sanity AND Boost Learning 22:38

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Do you have a class full of wiggle worms? It might be time to rethink how you're using movement in the classroom! We’re sharing five easy and effective ways to add movement to lessons without losing valuable instructional time. These simple strategies help channel student energy into purposeful learning, improve focus, and even reduce behavior issues—turning your classroom into a more engaging and dynamic space. Whether it’s interactive comprehension checks or quick brain breaks , you’ll walk away with practical ideas to make movement a powerful part of your teaching routine! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/add-movement-to-lessons/ Resources: Printable Brain Break Activities Neuro-Mag Magnesium L-Threonate Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow. Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Teacher Approved Facebook group . Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 163, The 6 Key Ways to Boost Student Engagement Every Day Episode 50, 3 Guidelines to Make Classroom Transitions Work Smarter No Harder Episode 49, Rapid Classroom Transitions: How to Save 45 Hours a Year Episode 48, How to Make Classroom Transitions Simple With Clear Beginnings and Endings Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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190. Do These 5 Easy Things in April to Make Back to School Easier! 19:08

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April might seem early to prep for next school year, but it’s actually the perfect time to take on some manageable tasks that’ll make back-to-school season way less overwhelming. In this episode, we're sharing five smart and practical things to do in April for back-to-school. You’ll learn why April is ideal for this kind of prep, how to prioritize without adding stress, and how these small moves can help you enjoy summer a bit more! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/to-do-in-april-for-back-to-school/ Resources: Freebie: End-of-Year Road Map Procedure Review Slides First Lie Wins La Roche Posay Effaclar Gel Cleanser Episode 154, 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure Success Episode 150, Perfect Your Classroom Procedures With the Help of Our Guiding Quesitons Episode 50, 3 Guidelines to Make Classroom Transitions Work Smarter Not Harder Episode 49, Rapid Classroom Transitions: How to Save 45 Hours a Year Episode 48, How to Make Classroom Transitions Simple With Clear Beginning and Endings Episode 32, 5 Classroom Management Questions to Help Banish Bad Class Habits Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! More Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 158, Back-to-School Classroom Management: Are You Working Smarter or Harder? Episode 153, How Teachers Can Thrive During the Back-to-School Season - Our Best Strategies Episode 135, Treat Yourself! Make a Back-to-School Teacher Self-Care Plan Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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189. 5 Fun Ideas to Keep Students Engaged After Testing Is Over 20:44

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Looking for fun, low-prep end of year activities after testing that will keep your students engaged and excited? In this episode, we’re sharing our five favorite ideas that will bring energy and creativity back to the classroom. From creative passion projects to student-led lessons and classroom transformations, these high-impact activities will help you wrap up the year on a high note. Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/end-of-year-activities-after-testing/ Resources: Freebie: End of Year Road Map Camping Theme Day Activities Space Theme Day Activities Looking Back Bulletin Board Episode 188, Ending the School Year Strong: 3 Steps to Help Teachers Thrive in Term 4 Episode 7, The Secret to End of Year Survival The Holiday Headstart Episode 27, Do These 5 Easy Things in March to Get Ahead for Christmas Cost Plus Drugs Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 129, End-of-Year Reflection for Teachers: 18 Questions to Ask Yourself Episode 127, 10 Ways to Motivate Students at the End of the Year Episode 125, Why Theme Days Will Save You at the End of the School Year Episode 74, Teacher Approved Tips: Read to Your Class Before the First Day and End of Year Decluttering Episode 63, Celebrating the End of the School Year With Your Class: 10 Creative Ideas Episode 62, End of Year Awards: 5 Reasons You Should Rethink This Classroom Tradition Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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188. Ending the School Year Strong: 3 Steps to Help Teachers Thrive in Term 4 22:03

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The end of the school year is in sight, but the final stretch can feel beyond overwhelming. In this episode, we’re sharing three essential steps to help you wrap up the year strong without burning out. You’ll learn how to reflect on what worked, assess your responsibilities, and create an action plan to stay organized and energized. Don’t just push through - finish the year with ease! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/end-the-school-year-strong/ Resources: End-of-Year Road Map Teacher Approved: Parent Conferences Instrumental Playlist Teacher Approved: Kid-Friendly Pop Playlist A Bit Much , by Lyndsay Rush BladeLife razor storage device Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 185, 6 Easy Tips for Simplifying Test Prep Season Episode 183, 2 Smart Test Prep Strategies You Need to Use With Your Students Episode 182, Boost Your Test Prep With These 3 Retrieval Practice Activities Episode 127, 10 Ways to Motivate Students at the End of the Year Episode 125, Why Theme Days Will Save You at the End of the School Year Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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187. 3 Teacher Approved Episodes, Tips, and Favorites That You Will Love 26:21

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Three years of Teacher Approved—can you believe it?! In this special anniversary episode, we’re looking back at our most popular episodes from each year, sharing top teaching strategies, and revisiting some of our all-time favorite teacher approved tips. Plus, we’ve got some fun extra credit recommendations! And since we’re celebrating, we’d love your support. Please take a moment to leave us a quick rating and review to help more teachers find the show! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/top-teacher-approved-podcast-episodes/ Resources: Hiccaway straw Luminette glasses The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Puzzle board Derry Girls Tunefind Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 127, 10 Ways to Motivate Students at the End of the Year Episode 46, 20 Best Inside Recess Ideas That Your Students Will Love Episode 18, Procedures for Success! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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186. 5 Teacher Tasks You NEED to Do Before Spring Break 16:23

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Spring break is almost here! But before you head out, there are a few must-do tasks that will make your return so much easier. In this episode, we’re covering five essential things for every teacher to do before spring break - from resetting your space to prepping for a smooth transition back. No more post-break overwhelm, just a stress-free, organized return! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-to-do-before-spring-break/ Resources: Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 181, How to Get Ahead on Your Teacher Tasks For a Stress-Free Spring Break Episode 124, Spring Fever: 3 Tips to Help Your Spring Classroom Management Episode 4, Bouncing Back After a Break Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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185. 6 Easy Tips for Simplifying Test Prep Season 17:24

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Test prep season doesn’t have to be stressful! In this episode, we’re sharing six easy end-of-year test prep tips to help you simplify the process, weave review into your daily routine, and keep students engaged without overwhelming your schedule. You’ll learn practical strategies to boost student confidence, make test prep more effective, and use fun, low-stress activities that actually help with retention. Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/end-of-year-test-prep-tips/ Resources: Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 183, 2 Smart Test Prep Strategies You Need to Use With Your Students Episode 182, Boost Your Test Prep With These 3 Retrieval Practice Activities Episode 122, 20 Best Teacher Approved Tips for Surviving Testing Season Episode 121, How to Plan Your Test Prep Around What Content Matters Most Episode 5, Ditch Your Test Review (This This Instead!) Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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184. 6 Simple Spring Cleaning Tips for Freshening up Your Classroom [Fan Fave] 23:30

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Is your classroom feeling cluttered and chaotic? In this replay episode, we’re sharing six simple and effective spring cleaning tips to help you freshen up your space. We’ll walk you through easy ways to declutter, organize supplies, and create a more functional, inviting learning environment. From tackling paper piles to refreshing classroom decor, these tips will help you finish the school year strong and set yourself up for success moving forward! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/spring-cleaning-classroom/ Resources: Decodable Fluency Passages Bundle Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 181, How to Get Ahead on Your Teacher Tasks For a Stress-Free Spring Break Episode 124, Spring Fever: 3 Tips to Help Your Spring Classroom Management Episode 53, How Teachers Can Name What Matters to Survive the Mid Year Slump Episode 52, 10 Teacher Approved Tips for Elementary Teachers That We Think You’ll Love Episode 10, What You Can Do Now for Next Year Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327 If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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183. 2 Smart Test Prep Strategies You Need to Use with Your Students 19:14

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Are your students forgetting everything by test day? In this episode, we’re sharing smart test prep strategies that actually help students retain and apply what they’ve learned—without last-minute cramming. You’ll discover two research-backed methods that make information stick, why some common test prep practices might be doing more harm than good, and an easy way to integrate these strategies into your daily routine. Plus, don’t forget to grab our morning work spiral review pages to reinforce key concepts effortlessly! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/smart-test-prep-strategies/ Resources: Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning by Pooja K. Agarwal and Patrice M. Bain Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten Spiral Review Morning Work Fiber Well Gummies Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 182, Boost Your Test Prep With These 3 Retrieval Practice Activities Episode 122, 20 Best Teacher Approved Tips for Surviving Testing Season Episode 121, How to Plan Your Test Prep Around What Content Matters Most Episode 5, Ditch Your Test Review (This This Instead!) Episode 3, Strengthening the Brain Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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182. Boost Your Test Prep with These 3 Retrieval Practice Activities 19:54

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Ready or not, test season is coming, which means it’s time to start thinking about test prep! In this episode, we dive into retrieval practice for test review, a proven strategy that boosts memory and recall. Instead of passive review methods, retrieval practice helps students retain more and feel prepared for the test. We’ll discuss why this technique works and how you can easily implement it in your classroom! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/retrieval-practice-test-review/ Resources: Around the Room review Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning by Pooja K. Agarwal and Patrice M. Bain Emily Amick’s Substack The Favorites Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 122, 20 Best Teacher Approved Tips for Surviving Testing Season Episode 121, How to Plan Your Test Prep Around What Content Matters Most Episode 5, Ditch Your Test Review (This This Instead!) Episode 3, Strengthening the Brain Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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181. How to Get Ahead on Your Teacher Tasks for a Stress-Free Spring Break 21:52

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Spring break is almost here, and while you’re excited for the time off, the thought of catching up on work when you return can be stressful. What if you could prep for the first days back before break starts—without the overwhelm? In this episode, we’re sharing top strategies for teacher spring break prep, including how to break tasks into manageable steps and make the most of prep time in small bursts. With these tips, you’ll be able to enjoy your break while feeling ready for a smooth return to school! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-spring-break-prep/ Resources: Bioderma shower oil Gavin and Stacey: A Fond Farewell Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 168, How Teachers Can Get a Jumpstart on a Stress-Free Winter Break Episode 169, Our Best Teacher Tips for Finding Pockets of Prep Time to Get Ahead For January Episode 172, The 2nd First Day of School: How to Take Advantage of the Week After Winter Break Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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180. Make the Most of Morning Work in Your Classroom with These 5 Tips 21:59

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Morning work is more than just busy work! It sets the tone for your day, reinforces important skills, and encourages independence. In this episode, we’re sharing our five best morning work tips to help you create a routine that works for both you and your students. If you're looking to start your day with ease and purpose, this episode is packed with actionable advice you won’t want to miss! Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/morning-work-tips/ Resources: Spiral Review Morning Work Shrinking A Man on the Inside Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Related Episodes to Enjoy: Episode 179, How to Find Fast Finished Success: No More ‘I’m Done, Now What?’ Episode 173, Getting Into the Nitty Gritty of Classroom Procedures and Routines Episode 150, Perfect Your Classroom Procedures With the Help of Our Guiding Questions Episode 94, A Great Day Before School Even Starts: Your Perfect Teacher Morning Routine at School Episode 91, Start Your Day Strong: Top Tips for Maximizing Your Morning Work Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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We have an exciting treat for you today! We're introducing you to our new podcast, The Holiday Headstart. If you like the thought and care that we put into planning for back-to-school, you're going to love the way we plan for Christmas (and other holidays!). 🎄 Tune in to hear an episode of The Holiday Headstart where we deep dive into the importance of intentional holiday planning. Then, head to your favorite podcast listening app and follow or subscribe to The Holiday Headstart so you never miss future episodes! Resources: The Holiday Headstart Grab The Holiday Headstart Playbook Take the Holiday Profile quiz Follow on Instagram @theholidayheadstart Only Murders In The Building The Peek Nest App Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts!…

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164. Why You Need a Classroom Carpet and How to Manage Student Behavior 22:22

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There are several spots inside a teacher’s classroom that are special and impactful for students. However, none build a classroom’s culture or relationships more than the classroom carpet! This designated gathering space is the heart of the classroom, which is why having specific procedures and routines for it is vital. So in today’s episode, we’re doing a deep dive into how to manage student behavior during your classroom carpet time. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-carpet-time Resources: Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and Checklist Editable Classroom Seating Chart Tool Brain Breaks Bundle “Try This Trick to Make Carpet Time More Manageable” - Beacon School Support @trickghastly on Instagram Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow . Shop our teacher-approved resources . Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love these too: Episode 154, 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure Success Episode 150, Perfect Your Classroom Procedures with the Help of Our Guiding Questions Episode 50, 3 Guidelines to Make Classroom Transitions Work Smarter Not Harder Episode 49, Rapid Classroom Transitions: How to Save 45 Hours a Year Episode 48, How to Make Classroom Transitions Simple With Clear Beginnings and Endings [Classroom Transition Series] Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a question or concern that could use a teacher-approved solution? We'd love to answer your question on the podcast! Submit your question to hello@secondstorywindow.net and put "podcast question" in your subject line.…

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163. The 6 Key Ways to Boost Student Engagement Every Day 24:09

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Whenever teachers plan their lessons and activities, besides making sure the content is right, their next priority is student engagement. We’ve talked many times before on the podcast about the idea of balancing the structure and novelty in your classroom. However, we’ve never fully explained what it is and how to effectively use it. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing six ways to boost student engagement using structure and novelty. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/boost-student-engagement Resources: Classroom Seating Chart Tool Brain Breaks Bundle What is Quiet Time? by The Responsive Classroom Relax Kids: The Wishing Star by Marneta Viegas Kitchy Pizza Cutter Snow Patrol Album Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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162. Handling Parent Teacher Conference Headaches: Our Best Tips for Teachers 22:07

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When it comes to the profession, a lot of teachers get nervous and struggle to communicate with parents, so when parent-teacher conferences come around, it makes a lot of teachers anxious. We felt the same way when we were in the classroom but have since learned a few tips and tricks along the way. In today’s episode, we’re troubleshooting some common problems with parent-teacher conferences and sharing our favorite parent conference tips. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/parent-conference-tips Resources: Conferences with Confidence Course Parent Survival Guide to Student-Led Conferences Teacher Approved: Parent Conference Playlist Maybe This Time by Cara Bastone Audible Blueland Body Wash Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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161. How to Get Students Actively Engaged: 5 Teacher Approved Techniques 24:16

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Raise your hand if you’ve spent time planning a lesson, but it flopped when you taught it in front of your student. We’re raising our hands high! It can feel deflating when a lesson doesn’t keep the interest of your students. However, there are things you can do to increase student engagement when presenting a lesson. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing five techniques that will ignite active student engagement during any lesson. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/active-student-engagement Resources: Jargon Journal Year-Long Bundle Fluency in a Flash Phonics and Word Study - Word Play Oregon Trail Game Online Stopwatch Lord of Maps Draws a Map Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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160. 4 Dismissal Routine Tips for Teachers to Calm the End-of-Day Chaos 22:03

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You’ve made it to the end of the day smooth sailing but hit the rough waters of chaos right before your students leave. You’re tired, exhausted, and unsure why there’s turmoil at this every day. If this sounds like you, there’s a disconnect in your daily routine. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to troubleshoot this routine and giving four teacher-approved tips for streamlining your dismissal routine. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/dismissal-routine Resources: Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and Checklist Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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159. How to Set up Successful Learning Centers at the Beginning of the Year 25:25

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As you all know by now, we love having efficient and effective procedures and routines. We believe they’re the backbone of your classroom management and the key to having everything else in your classroom run smoothly. However, there’s one routine we’ve neglected to discuss, which is setting up your centers. The complexity of successfully run centers is why we’ve never discussed them before. In today’s episode, we’re sharing strategies for how to set up centers at the beginning of the year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/how-to-set-up-centers-at-the-beginning-of-the-year Resources: Daily 5 Work on Writing Station Daily 5 Work on Writing - Monthly Resources Bostitch Office Hole Punch Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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158. Back-to-School Classroom Management: Are You Working Smarter or Harder? 23:48

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One of the biggest struggles as a teacher, especially when you’re new to the profession, is managing your classroom. With so much going into classroom management, the main component being student behaviors, you want to find ways to keep students motivated and exhibit positive behaviors in your classroom. And one of those ways is through class rewards. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to make your back-to-school classroom management system work in your favor and not against you. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-classroom-management Resources: December Teacher Planner Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink Skylight Calendar Dr Scholl’s Women’s Sneaker Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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157. Teach Consequences Like You Teach Procedures 24:05

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Every Thursday this summer, we've been bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. And today is our last Thursday tips episode for the summer! This week's tips are: [00:49]: Tip #1 - Ways for teaching class consequences to your students. [06:22]: Tip #2 - Plans for dealing with and managing classroom behaviors. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teaching-class-consequences Resources: Classroom Procedures and Routines Bundle “How to Create Community with Classroom Rules” Responsive Classroom Article Episode 155, Mastering the Teacher Look for Nonverbal Classroom Management Episode 102, Classroom Behavior Problems: How to Plan Ahead to Handle Them Effectively Episode 101, 10 Easy Ways to Prevent Behavior Problems Before They Start Episode 92, Teacher Approved Tips: Teaching Recess Games and How to Save Time Episode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How They Differ and How to Teach Them Episode 21, Guided Discovery Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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156. Starting the School Year with Surprise and Delight: 5 Easy Ideas 20:21

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If you are anything like we were, one of our main goals at the beginning of the year was to build positive relationships with our students. We know the countless benefits having positive relationships can have on your students and classroom, so we always did the typical getting-to-know-you activities at the start of the year. However, we needed to find ways to keep those relationships growing with more than just those activities all year long. This is when we began to incorporate surprise and delight. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing our five easy back-to-school surprise-and-delight ideas that you can use in your classroom this school year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-surprise-and-delight Resources: The Happier Ladies Podcast, Episode 37: Romanticize Your Lunch AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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155. Mastering the Teacher Look for Nonverbal Classroom Management 20:22

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Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are: [00:52]: Tip #1 - How to master the art of the “teacher look.” [05:04]: Tip #2 - How to have effective classroom management using attention signals. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-look Resources: Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable Slides Episode 98, 5 Reasons Your Attention Signal Isn’t Working and How to Improve It Episode 81, 20 Teacher Approved Back to School Tips from Listeners! Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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154. 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure Success 18:51

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If you’ve been listening to us long enough, you know how much we love procedures. We’ve covered the importance of establishing them, how to teach them, how to plan them, and how to fix them. However, we’ve never discussed putting all that information together with a few simple steps. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to make classroom procedure planning successful and effective this school year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-procedure-planning Resources: Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and Checklist Guided Discovery of School Tools Resource Bundle Procedure Teaching Slides Procedure Review Slides Electric Scissors Sukeen Cooling Towels Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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153. How Teachers Can Thrive During the Back-to-School Season - Our Best Strategies 21:55

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Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are: [01:16]: Tip #1 - How thriving at back-to-school starts with a clean slate. [06:00]: Tip #2 - Give yourself the space to live in your season during back-to-school. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/thriving-at-back-to-school Resources: Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin Ready for School Checklists Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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152. The 3 Things You Need to Plan for the Best First Week of School 23:25

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We’ve talked a lot over the last few weeks about how to effectively plan your first week of school. We like to think of these first few days as a launchpad for a successful school year. With so much you need to think about, we’ve decided to help you create and organize a way to manage it all. In today’s episode, we’re sharing the three lists you need to make to plan your first week of school. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/plan-your-first-week-of-school Resources: Back to School Readiness Checklists First Day of School Planning Guide and Lesson Plan First Day of School Pattern Blocks First Day of School Lego Mats Guided Discovery AFMAT Pencil Sharpener Headphone Stand Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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151. Teacher Work Smarter Tip: Plan for Inside Recess Now 21:11

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Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are: [00:49]: Tip #1 - 3 reasons why you should make your inside recess plan now. [03:46]: Tip #2 - Our best teacher-approved tips for inside recess activities. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/inside-recess-plan Resources: Amazon List for Inside Recess Materials Michaels Gramercy Wrapping cart Adventure 2 Learning Website Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow Shop our teacher-approved resources Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved Leave your review on Apple Podcasts! Mentioned in this episode: If you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327…

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