Beste Elementary Teacher podcaster (2025)

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175. 10 Easy Ways to Prevent Behavior Problems Before They Start [Fan Fave] 25:28

3d ago25:28

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For our last episode of 2024, we wanted to share another fan-favorite episode. In this replay episode, you will gather some tools that will help prevent behavior problems before they even start in the new year! With school in session for a while now, you might be seeing some behavior issues starting to creep up that weren’t there before. Instead of…

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33. Ch-Ch-Changes: New Year Newness 10:00

3d ago10:00

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It's almost the New Year which means it's time for reflection, gratitude, and new beginnings. Listen in as I share my reflections on this podcast, all the things I am thankful for, and exciting things to look forward to in 2025 including a new name for the podcast and an activity index coming in March. Resources mentioned 💚 Podcasting for Educators…

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Episode 89 Lessen Your Mental Load by Establishing Student Agency 19:38

16d ago19:38

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Raise your hand if you have felt unsure, ill-equipped, or stressed out when making decisions about writing instruction. Teachers tend to place too much responsibility on themselves when it comes to instruction in general, and definitely with writing instruction! This creates unnecessary stress that can be alleviated by establishing student autonomy…

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301- Staying Sane in this Season of Everything 12:21

22d ago12:21

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December is a glorious mess of holiday festivities mixed with crazy busy schedules. So, how can you stay sane in the middle of it all? Listen in as I describe what works best for me and how I fit breaks in. Sign up for the ⁠⁠Curriculum Design Workshop⁠⁠ Grab your free⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get your copy of⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Make A Note: W…

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32. 6 Fun Winter Activities Aligned with K-5 Next Generation Science Standards 26:26

10d ago26:26

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Winter is a season of mystery and intrigue. So let's make the season work for you by including fun winter activities in your schedule! Combining the mystique of winter with the power of learning through play can get your students motivated to learn. Tune in to hear descriptions for 6 fun winter activities aligned with Next Generation Science Standa…

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174. Boost Student Engagement with Active Participation [Fan Fave] 22:31

10d ago22:31

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As we wrap up 2024, we’re bringing back our top two most popular episodes—fan favorites that truly resonated with our listeners. First up, we’re revisiting an episode packed with strategies to boost student engagement through active participation! When designing lessons and activities, our goal is always to make them engaging and encourage active p…

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173. Getting into the Nitty Gritty of Classroom Procedures and Routines 33:08

17d ago33:08

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If there’s one thing we’re passionate about, it’s procedures and routines! Earlier this year, we had the chance to chat about this topic on the Rainbow Skies for New Teachers podcast. We found the discussion so valuable—especially for this time of year—that we had to share it with you, too. In today’s episode, we’re diving into why it’s never too l…

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31. Next Generation Science Standards Explained with Beth Christiansen 26:31

17d ago26:31

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If you've been struggling to understand the Next Generation Science Standards and how to use them in your elementary classroom, then this is the podcast episode for you! In today's episode Beth Christiansen explains the Next Generation Science Standards, how they differ from traditional science standards, how they utilize three dimensional learning…

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Episode 88 Writing Conferring Series: Re-teach Conference 15:56

23d ago15:56

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What does a conference sound like you ask? Listen in to hear Melissa provide a detailed example of a "Re-teach Conference." Quite often, the strategies you have taught are not being implemented in each student's independent writing pieces. The purpose of a "Re-teach" conference is to provide follow-up, explicit instruction on a previously taught wr…

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172. The 2nd First Day of School: How to Take Advantage of the Week After Winter Break 24:12

24d ago24:12

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Along with January being the start of a new calendar year, it also allows teachers a new beginning to the school year. Both bring the opportunity for fresh starts and a new perspective on how to handle the upcoming year. But in order to achieve that, it’s best to plan ahead and treat the first day back from winter break like the second first day of…

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30. 10 Books on Hibernation and Other Forms of Dormancy for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Groups 16:49

24d ago16:49

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Animals have spent the last few months preparing for this moment, the moment when fall fades and winter arrives. Many animals have found a place to sleep for the winter and will remain there until spring comes. This fascinating concept may be foreign to your students, but it's an amazing phenomena that could captivate them. Studying animal dormancy…

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300- Why Trial and Error is a Good Thing 14:46

29d ago14:46

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We can learn a lot by the things that go right AND the things that go wrong. Through trial and error, you learn a lot about being flexible, what to do better for next time, and all about improving your leadership skills. In this episode, we'll unpack that a bit more to help you understand there are no perfect days or moments. Sign up for the ⁠Curri…

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Episode 87 Writing Strategies Series: Generating Ideas 16:40

1M ago16:40

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"I don't know what to write about!" is what is heard in classrooms all over. In this episode, Melissa emphasizes the importance of supporting students in having the independence to generate their own ideas for writing. She discusses the negative impacts of consistently providing students with topics and offers practical strategies to help students …

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171. 5 Tried and True Tips for Teaching in December 22:42

1M ago22:42

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Teaching during the month of December can be a magical time for both you and your students, but it can also be challenging! With so many interruptions to your regular routine like holiday assemblies and class parties, your energy can be drained quickly. So in order to fill your cup back up, we’re sharing some of our tried and true December teaching…

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29. Hibernation in Animals: 6 Dormancy Activities for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Groups 27:57

1M ago27:57

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Hibernation in animals is a much talked about topic in elementary science, but it’s misunderstood. Listen in to hear about hibernation and the different forms of animal dormancy including torpor, brumation, and diapause. After covering the basics of animal dormancy, we’ll talk through 6 different activities inspired by sleeping animals for grades K…

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299-Redefining What Curriculum Is 11:43

1M ago11:43

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What does the word curriculum really mean? If I told you it's not just about the stuff, but about the how and why behind it, would you believe me? In this episode, we dive into not only what curriculum is, but also what it isn't. Take a listen and let's redefine the way you might view what curriculum is. Come to the FREE Curriculum Design Workshop …

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Episode 86 Writing Conferring Series: Compliment Conference 11:13

1M ago11:13

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Are you wondering where to begin when conferring with your writers? This episode will teach you all about the Compliment Conference and how to use it as not only a way to encourage your writers but also as a formative assessment for your writing instruction. This conference has four simple steps: Open the conversation Identify evidence of a success…

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28. Outdoor Learning Equipment for Schools and Homeschool Groups 13:53

1M ago13:53

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Did you know that you already have all the tools that you need to take your teaching outside? All the skills that you use to teach inside will transfer swimmingly outside and will serve you and your students well. However, if you're looking for some equipment and props to help make that transition easier, make sure to take a listen to this episode.…

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170. How to Be a Fun Teacher Without Losing Control of Your Class 23:26

1M ago23:26

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With the holiday season in full gear, we can imagine how bombarded you are with how to make everything in your classroom feel festive. And if that’s your jam, by all means, you go for it! But for most of us, we worry that too many holiday festivities will derail our classroom management or get us behind in the curriculum. So in today’s episode, we’…

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298- Where I've Been Lately 11:43

1M ago11:43

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Where have I been the last 6 months? Listen in to find out what's been going on in my life and how I'm pivoting in my business and with this podcast. Sign up for the ⁠Curriculum Design Workshop⁠ Grab your free⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠⁠ Get your copy of⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Make A Note: What You Really Need to Know About Teaching Elementary Music⁠⁠…

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Episode 85 Writing Strategies Series-Independence 13:23

1M ago13:23

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Raise your hand if you have students coming up to you or sitting and staring or raising their hands during independent writing time! There are so many reasons why students are not fully independent writers, and this episode provides a variety of ideas and strategies for creating a classroom full of writers who are! Melissa shares four ideas for sup…

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169. Our Best Teacher Tips for Finding Pockets of Prep Time to Get Ahead for January 17:36

2M ago17:36

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With winter break just around the corner, we want to do everything we can as teachers to be prepared and enjoy our break from school. In last week’s episode, we walked you through how to plan your end of December and start of January lessons in advance. However, finding the time to actually plan is the tricky part. So in today’s episode, we’re shar…

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27. The Great Backyard Bird Count: How to Put Together a Bird Feeding Station with Martha Holzheuer 32:22

2M ago32:22

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If you're looking to get involved in the citizen science project the Great Backyard Bird Count with your students but you don't know where to start, then this is the episode for you! There are two ways to participate in the count; you can either count birds while you walk outside or you can count birds while watching bird feeders. This episode is h…

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Episode 84 Writing Conferring Series: Writer's Inquiry Conference 23:52

2M ago23:52

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Welcome to the first episode in the Conferring Series! This series will discuss a variety of conference types for writing to help you feel more confident in meeting one-on-one with your writers in order to meet their needs. This first conference, the Writer's Inquiry Conference is all about getting to know your writers. It is extremely helpful for …

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26. Celebrating the Winter Solstice with an Outdoor Party for Your Elementary Students 19:47

2M ago19:47

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Winter break is right around the corner! And even though Thanksgiving is still on the horizon, your winter party is creeping up faster than you want to admit. If you're looking for a way to be more inclusive with your party theme and activities this year, consider celebrating the winter solstice instead of Christmas or Hanukkah. The winter solstice…

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168. How Teachers Can Get a Jumpstart on a Stress-Free Winter Break 25:56

2M ago25:56

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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 r…

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Ep 83 Writing Strategies Series- Engagement 21:08

2M ago21:08

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This episode is the beginning of the Writing Strategies Series and is all about supporting students with the most foundational aspect of writing- Engagement! Just as with any learning-academic to athletic-learners must be engaged in order to progress. Drawing from educational research and expert Jennifer Serravallo, I discuss the multi-dimensional …

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167. How Teachers Can Kiss the Sunday Scaries Goodbye with Kelsey from Educate & Rejuvenate 32:05

2M ago32:05

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On Sunday afternoon and evening, do you ever feel anxious about the upcoming week? This recurring feeling that you’re experiencing is actually called the Sunday scaries. Since many people have this feeling, it’s important to learn what’s happening to your mind and body and strategies to move past it. To give us a better understanding of it all, gue…

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25. 4 Turkey Day Activities and Books for Energetic Elementary Students 14:51

2M ago14:51

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With Thanksgiving on the horizon, you know the pre-holiday energy is on its way. It may not be on the same level as winter break energy, but it's still energy on a whole other level from the regular 5-day-week energy. In this episode, I'm bringing you 4 different books with activities to celebrate turkeys the week leading up to Thanksgiving break. …

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Ep 82 A Few Things to Know for the Upcoming Series 18:29

2M ago18:29

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This episode shares the understandings needed in order to get the most out of the two upcoming series: Strategies for Writing and All About Conferring There are a variety of common struggles for our writers and I hope to help you by sharing specific strategies for each of them in the upcoming podcast series. Conferring is a topic I have not yet tho…

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24. 6 Moon Phase Activities for Elementary Classrooms 26:21

2M ago26:21

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It's the last little bit of October, a month associated with spookiness and darkness. And in this darkness, we can look to the moon to help us reach our curricular goals. Although it sounds like a limited subject, the phases of the moon can actually help us teach physics, life science, Earth science, and space science! In this episode, I share a mo…

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166. Making the Most of Classroom Jobs in Your Elementary Classroom 23:42

2M ago23:42

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In order for a classroom to run smoothly, sometimes it takes more than just the teacher to make it happen. Getting students involved provides them with responsibility and ownership of the classroom and building its community. One of the best ways to achieve this is by incorporating classroom jobs. But like with everything, class jobs have their own…

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Episode 81 Four Tips for Finding Explicit Writing Lessons 23:14

2M ago23:14

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You've gotten to know your students as writers, and you've chosen goals for your class. Now what? It's time to find strategies for writing that your writers can use to meet their goals! In this episode, Melissa shares four techniques for finding and choosing teaching points. Leveraging Your Own Writing Experience Mining Mentor Texts Thinking Outsid…

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165. Keeping Students Engaged All Year Long, No Matter the Season 26:51

2M ago26:51

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Did you know that just like there are four seasons in a year, there are seven seasons in a school year? And just like there are positives and negatives to each environmental season, the same applies to the seasons of school. But one thing that stays consistent is the need to engage your students. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing tips for keepin…

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23. Planning a Field Trip Made Easier with Education Director James Dake 18:35

2M ago18:35

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If planning a field trip is stressful for you, this episode could be just what you need to hear! James Dake, Education Director of Grass River Natural Area, is on the show today to talk about field trips and he shares his unique perspective as a certified teacher with classroom experience who now writes, organizes, and implements nature field trips…

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Episode 80 Writing in Special Education with Dana Teague Part 2 21:49

3M ago21:49

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Part 2 with Dana Teague is here! Dana's energy is contagious, and she shares so many ideas for supporting your student writers. Listen in to hear: Why you don't need to be a perfect writer to teach your writers Ways to get to know your writers Free Writing Assessment Helping writers use AI effectively I hope you enjoy the episode! About Melissa: Me…

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Introducing The Holiday Headstart 30:04

3M ago30:04

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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 importanc…

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22. Different Kinds of Children's Outdoor Activities and Games for Teaching Science 24:43

3M ago24:43

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If you’ve decided to take your students outside for learning but you’re not sure where to start lesson planning, this is the episode for you! There are a variety of children’s outdoor activities and games to enhance your science studies, and I cover 9 of them in this episode. Tune in for descriptions and examples of: Group meetings or whole group m…

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

3M ago22:22

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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…

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Episode 79 Writing in Special Education with Dana Teague Pt 1 31:43

3M ago31:43

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I know this episode (and its sequel) will have you nodding your head in agreement again and again! Ms. Dana Teaque is an experienced and passionate educator who will make you feel seen and inspire you to do what is best for your students. Listen in to hear: Dana's educational journey Writing strategies for diverse learners Fostering student growth …

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163. The 6 Key Ways to Boost Student Engagement Every Day 24:11

3M ago24:11

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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…

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21. 10 Nocturnal Animal Books: Introducing Animal Adaptations That Help Animals Survive the Night 21:29

3M ago21:29

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October is a month for dark, spooky, and mysterious things. Nocturnal animals check those boxes for sure! And what better way is there to introduce your students to creatures of the night other than picture books? To keep with the spirit of the month, this episode is all about 10 nocturnal animal books that can help you introduce animal diversity, …

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Episode 78 But What if They Write it Wrong? 10:05

3M ago10:05

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You may not have had said this out loud, but I know it has been in the back of your mind. It is there each time you make a decision to: -provide a structure graphic organizer for planning Or -have students "check in" before moving ahead in the work In this episode, I encourage teachers to consider the purpose of their fear and provide less structur…

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20. 6 Animal Migration Activities for the Elementary Classroom 26:25

3M ago26:25

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Fall animal migration is in full swing and is a natural phenomenon that your students will love to study! And guess what?! It's a very dynamic concept that can actually apply to physics, life science, Earth science, and space science! In the episode, I share an animal migration activity for each grade, K-5, paired with a Next Generation Science Sta…

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162. Handling Parent Teacher Conference Headaches: Our Best Tips for Teachers 22:09

3M ago22:09

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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 com…

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Episode 77 Let Your Students be the Prompts 28:32

3M ago28:32

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Writing Prompts- they can be cute but looks can be deceiving! Yes, they have their place and may be a needed activity for our elementary and middle school students in order to prepare for testing or other situations, BUT They should not be the only writing students are doing on a daily basis! In this episode, I explain the limitations of prompts, s…

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19. Classroom Halloween Activities for An Outdoor Celebration 13:56

3M ago13:56

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It's officially fall and Halloween is right around the corner! As you begin planning your classroom Halloween activities, consider taking your party outside. Nature has a lot to offer your Halloween party including open space, natural decorations, and the ability to tolerate loud noises! In this episode, I describe different ways that you can succe…

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161. How to Get Students Actively Engaged: 5 Teacher Approved Techniques 24:18

3M ago24:18

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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 …

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Episode 76 4 Easy to Implement Techniques for Writing Across the Curriculum 18:49

4M ago18:49

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I have had many questions recently regarding content area writing instruction. Although writing across the curriculum is not a new term in education, most content area teachers still have little training in how to incorporate effective writing practice and instruction into their subject area. This episode shared 4 techniques to not only help get mo…

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18. Nature Based Preschools and Elementary Classrooms: Talking Teacher Roles with Dr. Rachel Larimore 37:12

4M ago37:12

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Quality teachers are the most important part of nature based preschools and elementary classrooms. But what roles do teachers need to embody in order to make these programs so successful? Tune in to hear Dr. Rachel Larimore explain effective teacher roles in early childhood classrooms. She shares her experience as a former preschool director, consu…

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