Celebrating the Next Generation of Teachers There’s something magical about watching someone discover their passion for teaching. I absolutely love celebrating teachers—especially student teachers. My
Spring is one of my favorite times of year—flowers bloom, the sun shines brighter, my birthday rolls around, and Easter brings all the joy. But
April is Poetry Month and April 30th is Put a Poem in your pocket. Elementary poetry books are so much fun. Let’s build the fun now
You bought the picture book. It’s beautiful, engaging, and filled with potential. But now you’re staring at it, sitting at your desk, wondering, “How do
Are you a fifth grade teacher who teaches the 50 states each year? If so, you know it can be a lot to cover—but it
Teaching is hard.It’s hard because we care. Deeply. After 15 years in the classroom, one truth remains unshaken: my commitment to helping students human—to grow,
April is full of exciting and meaningful national days, making it the perfect month to bring fresh picture books into your classroom! From celebrating kindness
Reading isn’t just about decoding words—it’s about understanding, questioning, and interacting with the text. That’s where annotation comes in! Annotation is simply “talking with the
If you’ve ever had a gum-related disaster (or taught kids who have!), then On Account of the Gum by Adam Rex is the perfect picture
