*This post contains affiliate links via Amazon* On a personal level, Thanksgiving is my most favorite holiday. The parades. The family. The FOOD!!!! And when the weather cooperates, it’s one of the most magical days of the year (for me, anway). So it should come as no surprise that I would feel the same about celebrating in the classroom, too. … Read More
Simply Your Teaching (And Your Life, Too…Maybe ;)
Since I posted my Yearlong Planning & Pacing Guide for Kindergarten and First Grade several years ago, I’ve received an influx of messages and emails asking if I’d be willing to create pacing guides for each year since 2015 (when it first posted). You asked, and I’m happy to answer “YES!”. In fact, I wanted to go one step further… Read More
Saturday Style Files
Now that the school year is underway, the summer uniform (semi clean t-shirt & shorts or pajamas) is put away and the “real” wardrobe is back in play. Here are a few outfits that have taken me from schools to errands and too many meals out to count. This dress is extremely light and comfortable and perfect for the… Read More
Back to School Gift & Teacher Questionnaires
At the beginning of every school year, I like to send small gifts in with my boys to gift their teachers. Typically these gifts aren’t expensive nor or they extravagant. Just a simple little token of appreciation to let them know that we’re looking forward to a great school year with them as our teachers. I was at my local… Read More
Saturday Style Files
After a few different requests, I’m trying something different on the blog today. Welcome to the Saturday Style Files. My plan is to come back every Saturday and post a few outfit ideas that are perfect for the classroom…or anywhere else you like to wear clothes :). You won’t just find the outfit details, but I’ll also include similar… Read More
ELA in a Day -Back to School
As we embark upon a new school year, I wanted to take a quick minute to introduce you to a literacy resource I think you’ll love…especially if you’re a Kindergarten or 1st Grade teacher. When I’m visiting classrooms and working with teachers, one common recurring thing I continue to hear is, “I wish there were an easier way to fit… Read More
