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Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) isn’t an “extra” to squeeze in, it’s a way to support both student growth and academic success....

Sometimes students need just a little nudge to focus, but constantly redirecting them can disrupt the flow of your lesson....

The first days of school can bring serious stress! Even prepared teachers feel stretched by routines, behavior, and the fast...

A fluency routine is a great way to improve your students overall reading and comprehension. This builds confidence and reading...

“The main character is NICE….” How many times have you received that response to a question about the main character...

Prior to owning my sand tray. I used a plastic pencil box filled with a little salt or sand. I...

Teaching letter identification and formation is a commonly taught skill in early grades and special education. All littles, including those...

This is something new for me and I really love it! Have I used reading and writing notebooks in the...

I don’t ever remember a time that I couldn’t read. I know that sounds like a stretch but I really...
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In the days leading up to the end-of-grade test, our team found a meaningful way to lift our students’ spirits...

As testing season kicks in, it’s easy for students to feel overwhelmed. That’s why we’re providing a test prep anchor...

In the final weeks of the school year, we begin to take steps to provide that crucial final push for...
