I am a list-maker. BIG TIME. This is a list for teachers of eight things that should be on their to-do list at the beginning of the year.

Last spring I found this fun idea on Pinterest. The kids draw pictures of what they see themselves doing during summer break in sunglasses...

Using stations on the first day of school sets the tone for the year. Show students that they will be out of their seats, engaged in learning, and collaborating with classmates in your classroom. These six stations, some group tasks and some independent tasks, are intended for completion within a 45-minute period. These stations can be used in any subject or grade level, and all of the station directions and activities can be edited to fit the needs of your classroom.

Looking for a book that will encourage self-confidence & self-belief in children? Then this is the perfect choice. Not only will the captivating artwork inspire, but the short meaningful texts offer reassurance as well as useful advice. "Only One You" by Lind Kranz is an ideal resource for celebrating individuality, & appreciating the diversity of the world around us. The book focuses on Adri, a small fish whose parents decide that the time has come for them to share some wisdom with him…

Perfect for the first week of school!

I am kind of in denial that school starts for me Aug 10th! Where did the summer go?!? Because this date is fast approaching I have been thinking about the first day of school and the activities I will have planned. I would love to share a few activities I will use with my new little first graders on our first day. When the students come in I like to have an activity they can work on fairly independently as I greet parents and students and settle everyone in. I like to have an All About Me…

Check out these MUST do things to check off before you leave for the summer! {TONS of FREEBIES to help you get prepared for next school!}

20 Secret Habits Of Very Organized People You Need To Know For The School Year

Are you ready to head back to school yet? Here are 9 ways that you can start the year off right. These strategies will help you set the foundation for your classroom and create a space where you and your students will want to be every day of the school

We are already back in the swing of things and we love it. To follow up yesterday's theme of "First" we talked about "Second". On our second day of school we talked about the letter b, the number 2, and even Pennsylvania. Later on we read a fun book about what happens if we use too much glue. While reading Too Much Glue we worked on building story listening skills, as well as making basic prediction. Afterwards, we made ourselves the matching glue suit that the main character makes himself…

There was an old lady who swallowed a beginning sound...

Finally! A Back-to-School flip book for Meet the Teacher night that is double sided! No cutting or pasting! Just edit, copy, and fold. No wasted time or wasted paper!

Organizing The New School Year - Time to Plan with {free} printables! #HSMama #homeschool #Organization

Classroom management is vital to the success of any teacher. But getting those behaviors under control can be a real challenge. Here are some great ideas to help you make it through the first six weeks of school. Teachers at ANY grade level will benefit from these ideas, but they're particularly useful for elementary staff. {preschool, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade}

You can't go wrong with a DIY nautical towel holder in a coastal bathroom. A few supplies and simple knot instructions to be sure your towel bar is sturdy