Do you feel overwhelmed at the beginning of the day when students are entering your room? Some can't unzip their coats. Others hand you notes from home. Homework is sprawled all over student desks and counters. The end of the day is just as crazy and the last thing you want to do is sit at your ... read more
Teacher Tips – Advice for New Teachers
With the school year soon approaching (or for those who have already started), many teachers seem to feel overwhelmed at the thought that they are now in charge of not only educating little minds, but with everything else involved with being a teacher. Whether you are new to teaching, transferred ... read more
Clearing the Clutter – Messy Student Desks
I know I can't be the only teacher out there who hates battling the messy desks. No matter how many times we clean them throughout the year, they always seem to become a disaster in the matter of a day or two. Hardcover books on the right side, folders and notebooks on the left, with space in the ... read more
Using Ipsy Bags to Store Classroom Supplies
Have you ever heard of Ipsy? Well, it's this AMAZING subscription makeup service for only $10. You get 5 products to try and they all come in the cutest little bags! Check out Ipsy's website HERE. Before I signed up, I browsed some of their past bags to see what types of products ... read more
Time to Reorganize: Tips From Two Teachers
Well, if you were expecting Melissa, I apologize, but she and I are swapping blogs for a moment and I'm pretty sure you'll enjoy hopping from her blog to mine to see just what she has to say AND SHOW you, just like I will be. :) Melissa and I have been blogging and TpT buddies for quite some time. ... read more