I am so excited to launch my first "series" of blog posts! It's making me feel all grown-up and blogger-like :)My first series is going to be on increasing student engagement in the classroom. Over
A Bullet Journal is one of the best planning systems out there and it pairs well with the productivity system Getting Things Done (GTD). Change your life by learning how to use a bullet journal to get things done using GTD.
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Did you know there's only one hotel at Machu Picchu? Or how about the Machu Picchu passport stamp? Get tips from someone who's been there twice.
What are the COOL and CHEAP things to do with teenager friends when bored? These budget-friendly activities will have your friends coming back for more.
Wanting to explore? Here are the top things to see and do if you are looking for what to do in each of the 50 states! My number one destination is...
This past school year, I considered moving away from my clip chart to using Class Dojo. I think what attracted me to it was the fact that it was instantaneous feedback based on student behavior. The kids in my class all had super cute avatars. Each time they did something well, I could give points...Read More »
Diagrams and easy to follow text that will help musicians learn to read music whether as a singer or instrumentalist.
Wild Thing Book Activities! This unit is fantastic for Maurice Sendak's book Where the Wild Things Are. Writing worksheet and craft included. Perfect for kindergarten or first grade!
Planning to visit Porto and looking to extend your trip? You will love these beautiful places in Northern Portugal!
Get this guide to 3 unique villages in Tuscany - Pitigliano, Sovana and Sorano - including things to do and where to stay in a medieval castle.
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This UK bucket list contains the 100 best things to do in Great Britain. It includes castles, churches, national parks and more. Click through to discover!
Take heed. 20 common mistakes that first time visitors (always) make when planning a trip to Ireland. Avoid looking like a typical tourist - It's a Drama!
Find out how to make flawless chalkboard lettering with basic skills. Try this tutorial to make chalkboards for weddings, birthdays, baby showers, and more!
Learn how to manage one of the biggest challenges of teaching: Six disrespectful students in the same class. Yikes!
Looking for a 2 weeks in Sicily itinerary? This 14 day Sicily itinerary covers the top attractions and best things to do and see in Sicily. You'll see the most beautiful towns and cities in Sicily, along with plenty of must visit UNESCO sites.
When I started quilting, I had no idea how to do this. My knots would look so ghetto, lol. This may be a no-brainer to a lot of you seasoned sewers out there, but for all of you that’d like a…
Ten things should be known about Vitamin D!
I'm hoping these tips will help you all feel confident to branch out in your next scrapbook, or maybe start your very first one!
5 easy ways to strengthen a sourdough starter - there's no need to start again, just give your starter a boost to get it doubling & bubbling.
Three perfect road trip routes for a 10-day Ireland itinerary including things to do, where to stay and how to get around.
There are some things you shouldn't talk about in a job interview. What are the worst things to talk about during an interview?
Here is an overview of Murakami's books and short stories and a suggested reading order for the best books of Haruki Murakami.
Drumroll please….. THE 2ND GRADE MORNING WORK UPDATE IS FINISHED!!!!!!!! Why do I do these things to myself? “Update the morning work,” I said. “It’s just a few tweaks. It’ll go fast,” I said. I thought this project would take maybe 15-20 hours. Yeah…you’d think I’d know by now. 5,836 minutes later (that’s 97 hours ... Read more
Over 20 beautiful boys' bedrooms to help inspire you to create a fun space for your own little guys!
Preparing walls for painting is the key to a good paint job! I'm sharing my best wall prep tips and tricks for patching your walls, sanding, and cleaning away drywall dust that will make your finished walls turn out beautifully!
I have always assigned nightly reading. Why? I don't assign nightly reading because I want to give students "reading homework." I don't assign nightly reading
Do you have a difficult toddler or is it autism? Is my toddler being stubborn or is it autism? Those are just two of the questions that a new parent may ask themselves- especially as
A printable eyeglasses template can significantly simplify your DIY projects or educational activities. Whether youre planning a creative craft session, designing costumes, or teaching children about vision and accessories, having a template allows for easy customization and saves time..
Looking for inspiration for your Mount Fuji day trip from Tokyo? As Mount Fuji is just about 100 kilometers from Tokyo, it's fairly easy to plan this day trip and most definitely worth it! Mount Fuji, called Fuji-San by Japanese, is the iconic painting-like mountain in Japan. My boyfriend and I decided to pay a
If you are attending a show at the Gorge, here are the best things to do near the Gorge Amphitheater before the music starts...
Galway City is Ireland’s top destination for arts, music, and urban culture. With that, here are 20 things to do in Galway City that you should not miss.
Do you love Cheer Cards? Who doesn't love Dr. Jean?! I mean, seriously... The first time I attended one of her conferences, she WALKED by
Our kids love beef recipes (we're Iowans, what can I say!?) Well, what surprised me most about this beef stroganoff recipe was the fact that both my son and his best friend were raving about it... In fact, our son't best friend went home and raved about to his Mom, who I'll be sending this too once it's written. :-) Anyways, if you're looking for a super-duper easy beef stroganoff recipe to make at home, this is a great option and one to keep handy for sure!
The top things to do in Vienna that you can't miss! We have listed the best attractions of this fancy and very interesting city in a 3-days itinerary. Read further to know what places you should include on your next trip to Vienna.
I LOVE doing this activity with my students during the first day/week of school. It’s like the game of “red light/green light” with a little twist of what kids THINK they know about you. You will list out some true and false facts about yourself. Kids will line up at the back of ... Read More about Get to know the teacher
