New Middle School Teacher Guide to the First Days of School
When I first started my teaching career, I felt a loss at what to do with the first weeks of school. I had ideas and
Enhance Learning With Fall Activities for Middle School Students
I love to call the beginning of fall the sweet spot of that first quarter of school. At that point, you and your students have
Middle School Icebreakers for the Start of the School Year
The first week of the school year at the middle school level is always fascinating to witness. I’m busy trying to learn all of my
Teaching Podcast To Inspire and Empower Educators
Some days, it feels like I’m on a perpetual sprint, racing from one thing to another. I have music playlists, and I sing to my
5 Ways to Practice Problem Solving Skills in Middle School
If you’ve been teaching or around middle schoolers very long then it will not surprise you to hear that their brains are still developing. I’m
Behavior Management Tips for the Last Few Months of the School Year
I can spot it on the horizon! Yep, the end of the school year is just around the bend. We’re almost there! But before we
How to Teach Test-Taking Strategies to Middle Schoolers
Ever felt like you’ve crammed for a test only to freeze up when it’s time actually to take it? It’s like, your brain’s on vacation
ELA Review Game: Unveiling the Power of Truth or Dare
If you’re an ELA teacher like I have been, you understand the importance of keeping your middle school or upper elementary students actively engaged. From
Figurative Language Doodle Wheels: Unlocking Literary Magic
Do your students struggle with figurative language? If you answered ‘yes’, you are not alone. While some figurative language elements are pretty easy to pick
Productivity Tips for Teachers: Empower Your Teaching
Are you a middle school math teacher looking to supercharge your productivity? You’re in luck! In this blog post, we’re going to dive into eight
Maximize Learning: How to Design a Middle School Study Space
As young kids, we may not have been in tune with how our environment played a role in our ability to focus and learn. By
End of the School Year Activities
End of Year Activities for Upper Elementary and Middle School Are you approaching the end of the school year? Does it feel like the
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