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Time Saving Classroom Resources
Phonics Time Cheer: A Fun Way to Learn Sounds! Looking for an exciting way to introduce a new phonics sound or concept? Say hello to the Phonics Time cheer! Getting Started: First, I started this little routine with my small groups. Then, it was such a hit that I brought it into the whole classroom. […]
Raising kids is no joke. We all want to be the most effective parents possible, making sure our children grow up with a sense of emotional and physical safety, strong connections, clear boundaries, and plenty of patience. But there’s one area of parenting that often leaves us scratching our heads—how do we instill values or […]
One of the biggest goals we have as parents is to raise our children to be successful, responsible adults. But let’s be honest—this doesn’t happen overnight. It requires us to gradually give up some control, allowing our children to gain more freedom and responsibility. Easier said than done, right? Thankfully, Timothy Smith created a Countdown […]
Beauty of Audiobooks As a mom and educator, I know that children thrive on structure and routine. One of my favorite parenting trick is listening to audiobooks. This is our favorite family car trip and quiet-time activity. Not only do audiobooks improve vocabulary and comprehension, but they are also highly entertaining too! I feel guilty […]
Pen Pal Journals: A Fun Way to Boost Writing and Reading Skills Hey there! Ever thought about turning your small group journals into something super fun and meaningful? Let me introduce you to Pen Pal Journals! It’s a little idea that packs a big punch when it comes to encouraging writing, reading, and connecting with […]
Are you looking for a fun and simple Back-to-School Tradition? If your child is a little anxious about the start of school, you might like to add this to your list of family traditions. Twas the night before the first day of school and all through the house everyone is sleeping….. or maybe not! Maybe […]
