How to Manage a Digital Classroom
In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content ...
Class Management
No More Permission To Pee
“Can I go to the bathroom?” I’ve been thinking about this common question, asked so often by children in schools all across the nation. Certainly, it makes sense for very ...
How to Create a Positive Classroom Environment
As a teacher, I know it is important to establish and maintain an environment that is positive, tolerant, and supportive for all students. This optimistic and inclusive ...
Food Allergies: It Only Takes One Bite
Food allergy is a growing health concern in North America and for good reason. Too many school-aged children are having allergic reactions and anaphylaxis while at school. ...
7 Things New Teachers Should Know
The early inclination early in a teaching position is to do too much, too fast. Pace yourself and remember that
Prevent “Learning Loss” during Summer Break
The ‘summer slide' is the information and skills children forget during summer break from the end of one school year to the beginning of the next school year
The Importance of “Belonging” in a Classroom
Ensuring that every student in your classroom feels like they belong.
Encouraging Confidence
Helping your students comfortably get through a test
Drama: The Ball Toss Name Game
This classic game is a great way to break the ice while keeping students active.
Drama Game: Guess Who?
Students can learn something interesting about classmates that might have taken all year to discover