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Looking for some money activities to use for 2nd grade? I’ve been using these same ones since I first started teaching. They’ve been used with first graders as well and are great for any student needing more help with money identification and counting coins. Want to read the post as well? Visit https://sharedteaching.com/money-activities/.
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Struggle with teaching how to revise and edit with your students? Today's episode I'm sharing my 4 steps for both revising and editing. Read the post at https://sharedteaching.com/editing-and-revising/
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04 May 2022
46: 7 Classroom Management Hacks with Dr. Lori Friesen
Dr. Lori Friesen is sharing with us today her 7 amazing classroom management hacks. Many of these ideas are free and require very little prep. Show notes are available at: https://sharedteaching.com/classroom-management-ideas. Visit the show notes for details on how to join Dr. Lori's free masterclass for beginning teachers!
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Curious what writer's workshop looks like in my second grade classroom? Like many teachers I have limited time for writer's workshop. Today's episode outlines what happens throughout my small writing block each day. Having trouble fitting it all in? Take a listen and see how I manage (and sometimes how I don't). Want to read the post later? See the written blog post at https://sharedteaching.com/writers-workshop-second/
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Do you have reluctant writers in your classroom? Today I'm talking about 6 ways to help reluctant writers. These ideas are simple to implement and require very little (if any) prep which means you can start them immediately! Prefer to read the post? See the full post on https://sharedteaching.com/reluctant-writers/.
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Do you hate teaching students to write because you secretly just don’t know how to do it? Maybe you weren’t ever trained properly. It’s totally understandable. Teaching to write is hard when you never received the right training. Today I'm giving you some actionable tips to start teaching writing even though you might not love it. Read or listen to this episode at https://sharedteaching.com/teaching-to-write/
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16 Jun 2022
50: Planning Your Writing Workshop Schedule—Even If You Only Have 30 Minutes
Wondering how to fit it all in during your allotted writing time? Today's episode tackles a 60 minute, 45 minute, and 30 minute writing block and suggestions for how it is truly possible to fit in all the components for writing workshop. Prefer to read it later and view the schedules? Visit the post at https://sharedteaching.com/writing-workshop-schedule/
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26 Jun 2022
51: Why Writing Prompts Should Not Be Your Writing Curriculum
Are you teaching writing by using writing prompts? If you're only using writing prompts as your writing curriculum, you're missing out on teaching students the craft of writing. Today I'm sharing how writing prompts are not the same as a writing curriculum. Want to read the post? Visit https://sharedteaching.com/writing-prompts/
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Want to plan your writer's workshop mini lessons in 3 easy steps? Although it can seem like there is too much to teach in writing to fit it all into a short mini lesson, today I am going to show you it is possible. Want to read this later? Visit https://sharedteaching.com/writers-workshop-mini-lessons/ to read this and take notes.
Interested in joining my pilot program, Writing Unpacked, opening on July 6th? Get on the wait list to be sent more information: https://sharedteaching.com/pilotprogram
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07 Jul 2022
53: How to Improve Writing Skills in Your Students
It never fails that I start each school year wondering how I’m going to improve the writing skills of the class when they come into second grade so low. The best news is generally the lower the skill level, the more improvement you’ll start to see as you improve writing skills. Let’s dive into how to do this without pulling out all your hair by the end of the year. Prefer to read? Head to the post here: https://www.sharedteaching.com/how-to-improve-writing-skills
Want additional help with improving your own writing skills when it comes to teaching first and second graders? Sign up to be a member in my Writing Unpacked program at https://www.sharedteaching.com/pilotprogram
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Looking for some great read alouds for second grade? Today I'm sharing a list of the 13 best chapter books that many second grade teachers have reported to be class favorites! Take a listen or view the entire list at: https://sharedteaching.com/best-read-alouds-for-second-grade/
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For the start of the new year, I am kicking off season 2 of this podcast with an episode on systems.
On my blog, Shared Teaching, I've mentioned systematic teaching but not exactly what that means. In this episode I am sharing the basics of having classroom systems and begin diving into what that looks like in my own second grade classroom.
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Figuring out where to start when teaching opinion writing is often the most difficult part of teaching writing. There are so many different directions you can head in. Today's episode I share how I start my planning process for teaching a new writing unit.
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Are you using anchor charts when teaching writing? You should! Today's episode is discussing what I consider the essential anchor charts for teaching opinion writing. I'll go over which charts I'm using and their importance. Check out the blog post to see the images and to find any links talked about in this episode.
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25 Jan 2023
58: Why Sight Word Centers are Still Beneficial - Even with Science of Reading
Worried that Science of Reading and sight word centers don't go hand-in-hand? Well, I feel like they still do! In today's episode, I'm discussing the biggest benefits to why you still need sight word centers. I will still be continuing them in my own classroom but perhaps approaching how I teach sight words a different way.
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01 Feb 2023
59: Getting Started with Literacy Centers - Gamification Style
Literacy centers, work stations, independent work…whatever you call it getting started can be challenging. There's a lot of pressure to get it right so you can concentrate on running your differentiated small groups. But whenever you try to run centers, it's a disaster. Students are off-task and you're interrupted a bazillion times. Does this sound familiar?
If so, you might need to re-launch your centers. Taking the time to slowly roll them out and get them started is a process you don't want to rush. Learn the 5 steps to unlock the smooth running classroom you dream of in today's episode.
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Thinking about having parent volunteers in the classroom but feeling intimidated? In today's episode I'm showing you it doesn't have to be complicated. Get started with volunteers tomorrow!
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15 Feb 2023
61: My Classroom Library Organization - A System That Works
Deciding on your classroom library organization system can be tricky. If you have a large library it can be tough sorting all your books only to discover you hate the system and want to change it.
Today I’ll share with you my system. I’ve used it for several years now and it works beautifully. Maybe it’s exactly what you are looking for!
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Do you use mentor texts to teach writing? If not, you should consider it. Mentor texts provide a great example for students to see how authors craft their story. Reading the same book multiple times also allows students to focus on how the story is put together when you teach them to read as authors. Today I'm sharing my favorite mentor texts for opinion writing as well as discussing how to choose a mentor text.
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01 Mar 2023
63: Why You Should Interview with a Teaching Portfolio
Stand out in your teaching interview by using a portfolio! They are impressive and can help you get the job you want. Today I'm sharing the 5 reasons why I think you should have a teaching portfolio when you interview.
Want more interview tips? Listen to podcast episodes 3, 4, and 5.
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In this episode, we'll explore some effective strategies for managing a chatty class and creating a productive learning environment. We'll focus on four key areas: setting clear expectations, using positive reinforcement, engaging students, and staying calm and consistent.
You'll learn:
How to set clear expectations for behavior in the classroom, including simple ways to help students remember them
How to use positive reinforcement to encourage and reward desired behaviors, such as staying focused during lessons
How to engage students in learning activities that capture their attention and keep them focused on the task at hand
How to build positive relationships with students, including a strategy for connecting with them on a personal level and creating a supportive classroom culture.
By the end of this episode, you'll have a better understanding of how to manage a chatty class and create a productive learning environment that supports student engagement and success. Whether you're a new teacher or an experienced educator looking for new ideas, this episode is packed with practical tips and strategies that you can use right away. So, join us for this informative and engaging discussion and take your classroom management skills to the next level!
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It’s interviewing season for teachers and that means choosing which grade level to teach. The high number of vacancies means that teachers who are interviewing can have their choice of what job they want. So which grade should you choose?
Choosing the best grade level to teach requires careful consideration of several factors, including your teaching style, experience, job availability, and personal preferences. By taking the time to reflect on these factors, you can make an informed decision that will help you find a fulfilling and rewarding teaching career.
Today I am discussing teaching differences in kindergarten, first grade, second grade, and upper elementary to help you make an informed decision.
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Do you find your students are struggling during writing time? Are they fiddling around and just not getting down to work when it’s time to write?
In this episode, we'll discuss 6 writing strategies for students. If your students are struggling during writing time, one of these strategies is sure to help!
You'll learn:
Why it’s important to teach students to brainstorm
Why organization can help struggling writers
Why it’s important to have students edit and revise their writing
Why students should vary their sentence structure when writing
How word choice can improve writing
Why modeling is one of my favorite ways to teach writing
By the end of this episode, you'll have 6 writing strategies in your teacher’s tool box to help your struggling writers.
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You can build a classroom of readers by sharing chapter book read alouds in your 1st grade classroom. Today we are looking at my Top Ten list of favorite read alouds that are recommended often by teachers for teachers. Tune in and discover a new read aloud to share with your class or if you're tried and true favorites were mentioned. Please make sure to read any read aloud yourself before reading it to your class. Just because I recommend it doesn't mean it will be the right fit for you and your students (although hopefully it will be).
Make sure to listen to episode 68 where I have an AMAZING interview to discuss an important topic you won't want to miss.
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In today’s podcast episode Jamie Sears is discussing her new book, How to Love Teaching Again and strategies to help combat teacher burnout. Since leaving the classroom Jamie has founded Not So Wimpy Teacher and has sold millions of copies of her resources from her TpT store. Jamie now wants to help keep teachers in the classroom through a helping hand to work less and love teaching again.
You'll learn:
Strategies for grading less
A new way of thinking about homework
How to batch plan your lessons to save time
Planning your time into micro tasks
Setting boundaries
By the end of this episode, you'll fall in love with teaching again.
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Are you looking for some new Earth Day activities for you classroom? I have found 8 low-prep activities sure to get your students understanding the importance of protecting our earth. From making seed bombs to learning about the effects of ocean pollution you won't want to miss this episode.
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Writing, and especially the 5 steps in the writing process, is an essential skill that every student needs to master. As primary teachers we play a crucial part in helping our students develop their writing abilities. I’ve found that when students have a blueprint for success they are much more likely to be focused during writing time. One major way I provide a blueprint is following the writing process throughout our lessons during a writing unit.
2nd Grade Opinion Writing Unit - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Opinion-Writing-Unit-2nd-Grade-Digital-and-Print-Curriculum-9014985
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Wondering how to differentiate your writing instruction?
Kids and adults alike vary greatly in their writing abilities so it’s no wonder it’s a difficult subject to teach! Using intentional planning, you can reach the diverse needs of your students during your writing block.
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The end of the school year is an exciting time for elementary students, but for teachers, it can be a time of stress and burnout. As the school year draws to a close, there are still a lot of things that need to be done, and it can be overwhelming to keep up with everything. Today we are providing 7 tips for surviving the end of the school year.
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10 May 2023
73: Building Writing Skills with the Science of Reading
As elementary teachers, we all know that writing is an essential skill that our students need to master. However, teaching writing can be a challenging task, and we often find ourselves struggling to help our students develop their writing skills.
That's where the science of reading comes in. By using the science of reading during writer's workshop, we can help our students become better writers. In this podcast episode, we'll explore how to use the science of reading during writer's workshop and share some tips and strategies that you can use in your classroom.
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17 May 2023
74: Organizing Your Classroom: Creating Working Systems
Organizing your classroom can take some planning and time. Creating a working system is key to having an organized classroom year round. The end of the school year is the perfect time to rethink current systems or create new ones so you are organized for back to school.
As I pack up my classroom to move rooms, I am taking full advantage of decluttering and parting with items that have not served me in the past 3 years in this classroom. In today's episode you'll learn the 4 steps to organizing your classroom: decluttering, teacher area, small group area, and student area.
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24 May 2023
75: End of the Year Celebration Ideas for Elementary Teachers
Get 10 ideas for a quick and easy end of the year school celebration in today's episode. Glow parties, airplane races, and trivia games are just the start. Listen to find the perfect way to wrap up your school year.
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31 May 2023
76: How to Integrate Writing Across All Subjects in the Primary Classroom
When I heard the news that my school district was taking away writing time next year with the expectation teachers would have to integrate writing in content areas, I was saddened. I’m sure this is not the first district or classroom that this has happened to even though primary students need direct writing instruction. How can you still integrate writing when you have no designated writing time?
In this episode I'll discuss:
Why it's important to integrate writing across subject areas
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This episode is my best advice for teachers on things to do for the summer before you begin your first teaching job. I strongly suggest starting with getting to know your new curriculum and creating a solid classroom management plan before you tackle creating all the cute decor items. Learn why in today's episode.
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Using a behavior clip chart is an outdated method of managing your classroom behaviors. Today's episode will share why the clip chart should be replaced and provide my favorite 3 alternatives to clip charts.
This is the first in my summer series: Saturday Snapshots where I provide more information on one of my points from the Wednesday podcast episode.
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Although the Science of Reading can be traced back as far as the 1800s it is recently gaining in popularity in current educational practices. It makes sense that we may wonder why sight words are important or if they conflict with these “new” practices.
In today's episode I'm discussing why sight words are still important and can work with a solid Science of Reading approach to your reading instruction. There is still a need for sight word instruction and practice. Listen to the episode to find out more.
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17 Jun 2023
80: Tweaking Your Sight Word Work to Fit the Science of Reading
If you listened to my last episode, Why Sight Words Are Important, you are hopefully feeling better about continuing to incorporate sight words into your literacy block. Sight words are still important and needed for many students but your teaching of them may need to be tweaked a little.
In this bonus Saturday Spotlight episode I'm talking about specific ways you can change your word work to better fit best practices surrounding the Science of Reading.
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21 Jun 2023
81: Sight Word Interactive Notebook - Making Them Work in Less Time
It’s been a few years since interactive notebooks exploded in the teaching world. They are amazing and fun but incredibly time consuming. Today I’m sharing how I made my sight word interactive notebook work in less time than traditional interactive notebooks.
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24 Jun 2023
82: Word Study Activities and Routines in My 2nd Grade Classroom
The last two years of teaching second grade has shown me there is a serious decline in students' spelling and phonics abilities. Adding in word study activities to my classroom is essential to help get students caught up to where they need to be.
Today's Saturday Spotlight bonus episode is diving into my classroom word study routine. Specifically I'm discussing how I get started with figuring out my groups and what activities I have my students complete.
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28 Jun 2023
83: Beyond Book Clubs: Activities for Your Higher Students
On today's podcast episode I am discussing 5 activities that go beyond the traditional book club for your students. Leesuh, a regular listener, inspired this episode with her question of how to help her higher students when she is holding intervention or small groups with her struggling readers.
We've all been there. Trying different activities that most other teachers have used (and seem to be using successfully) but are a hot mess in our own classroom.
What works for one teacher does not work for all teachers.
Listen to the episode to discover the 5 activities I recommend that are simple and easy to implement in your classroom. Best of all they will help your elementary students be engaged and independent while you are at your teacher table.
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01 Jul 2023
84: Try Student Created Games for High Reading Groups
If you missed this week's main Wednesday episode, I talked about 5 activities for your higher readers. One of those options was for student games. Today's bonus episode will be going deeper into how to incorporate student created games in your classroom.
This short episode will go over options for student created games and teacher expectations.
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05 Jul 2023
85: Launching Writer's Workshop at the Beginning of the Year
Starting writer’s workshop is probably the most important set of lessons you’ll give during your writing time all school year. Launching your workshop is more about procedures and expectations than actually writing.
In this podcast episode I'll discuss how I start my writing workshop at the beginning of the school year.
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Before launching writer’s workshop, there are some beginning of the year writing lessons you’ll want to teach first. In today's short episode I'm going over the lessons I would teach my own class in the first few weeks of school before I dive into my writer's workshop model.
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12 Jul 2023
87: Classroom Organization Tips for Creating Systems
Every classroom should have a well-thought out system. Systems are the secret behind most classroom organization tips. Without thinking through your systems first, all the cute bins and rolling carts will not help tame all your clutter and chaos.
Create the system and then buy the cute organization items to fit your new system and you'll be amazed at how much you get done within your work hours.
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Just like most things in our classroom, we need a system to improve our email productivity. I spend way too much time in my email and that’s going to change with these tips.
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19 Jul 2023
89: Self-Care for Teachers: Sustainability, Systems, and Support with Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed.
Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed. is an award-winning special educator who is a teacher resilience and sustainability strategist for burnt out teachers. As someone who has faced being burnt out in the teaching profession, Brittany is empowering others to not feel alone.
In today's episode we are talking about:
Sustainability
Systems
Support
Self-Care Summer Conference - starting July 21st-23rd
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One of the best hacks to save time when writing lesson plans is to make it a system. Having a system in place makes writing your lessons go faster - saving your time and your sanity!
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A writing pre-assessment is the most important first step in your writing plans. Just like other subjects, the writing pre-assessment will inform your direction for lessons.
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It's almost that time - end of the summer and the start of a new school year. I go back in 3 days so I guess it's time to start thinking about what I'm doing for the beginning of the year.
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Meet the teacher night can be very stressful when you don't know what to do and feel unprepared. This is your chance to make a great first impression which can make you feel even more stressed.
In today's podcast episode you'll learn my 5 ideas of what to do for your own meet the teacher night. These five ideas are exactly what I've done in my own classroom so I know they work well. Go from stressed to ready and relaxed after listening to this episode.
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One of the keys to a successful school year will rely on the families of your students. Having them become engaged and active with their students makes your job easier.
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If you are a new teacher looking for support this fall, you've come to the right episode. Today I'm sharing my advice for new teachers for the busy back to school season. We'll discuss:
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Before starting your narrative writing unit, listen to this episode first! Choosing a good mentor text will provide your students with a model piece of writing to emulate during the unit.
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07 Sep 2023
97: All About Student Writing Conferences with Whitney of Learning with Crayons
Teaching writing can be complicated but I think the idea of student writing conferences is even more so. Guest Whitney from Learning with Crayons will show us just how we can take away the overwhelm and get started.
Whitney holds two master's degrees and has a lifelong love of learning. She is also currently still in the classroom starting her eleventh year of teaching and has a 1/2 combo class.
In today's episode we talk about:
Whitney's writing system
Why starting with reading rough drafts is important
Are goals necessary in writing conferences
Having writing partners
Fitting in writing conferences
Helping struggling writers who don't know what they wrote
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Hosting Open House doesn't need to be stressful. If you have a plan in place, and make it simple it can even be enjoyable. I always love the chance to meet the families and have students show off.
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Ready to give student led conferences a try? By shifting the responsibility of explaining grades and progress to the learners, student led conferences can be more enjoyable than traditional conferences.
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27 Sep 2023
100: 100th Episode Celebration - Top 10 Lessons Learned from Teaching and Podcasting
The Shared Teaching Podcast has reached a milestone of 100 episodes! For this episode I've asked my daughter to join us and interview me about my top lessons learned both in teaching and in podcasting.
Thank you to all my listeners over these 100 episodes!
Dedicated to my mom, Diane. We miss you beyond words.
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04 Oct 2023
101: Finding Sustainable Joy in the Classroom with Dr. Deonna Smith
Today's special guest is Dr. Deonna Smith, author of Rooted In Joy: Creating a Classroom of Equity, Belonging and Care. Join us in the conversation about bringing joy and inclusivity back into our classrooms in a sustainable way that won't have us overwhelmed.
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18 Oct 2023
102: Teaching Narrative Writing with Must Have Lessons
With so many things we can teach in the genre of narrative writing where do we even begin? In this episode I'm covering what I feel are the most important lessons. We'll talk about components of narrative writing, story plots, small moments, story illustrations, and question words.
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Messy desks and lost papers? Get your students organized by putting a system in place to help stop these problems in their tracks. It's never too late to start a new system.
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17 Nov 2023
105: Control Your Paper Clutter with These Teacher Organization Ideas
We are heading into the end of the year which is a great time to evaluate and reset our classrooms. As a teacher, having clear systems for organization can save you lots of time in your day. I’m sharing a few of my favorite ideas for managing all the paper that comes our way.
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Are your students struggling to write in complete sentences? Maybe you're seeing a lot of run-on sentences with no punctuation in sight. Maybe you are seeing fragments that make no sense. Where do you go from here?
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13 Dec 2023
107: 4 Last Minute Literacy Ideas Before Winter Break
Are you about to head into winter break but need a few more ideas to fill your time? These ideas are admin-approved (aligned to standards) and will have your students excited to work!
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Looking for some advice for your first year as a teacher? In the third episode in this series, I’m sharing my best tips for what you should know for teaching during the winter time.
Check out these episodes for the rest of the New Teacher Advice Series:
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30 Dec 2023
109: Student-Centered Reading Practices with Andrea Haas
When you think of student centered instruction, you are thinking of the whole child. You are also thinking of how to encourage executive functioning and student agency within the classroom. How can you place ownership of the learning onto the kids?
In today's episode we cover:
What student centered reading instruction is
The teacher's role during student centered instruction
How to shift the ownership to the students
Setting and sticking with intentions (reading goals)
Suggestions for fitting it into your reading block
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In honor of the New Year I am counting down my 5 resolutions for teachers. I love the feeling of all the possibilities that can occur in a new year. The idea of fresh starts and big dreams fills me with excitement every January. Here are 5 New Year’s resolutions for teachers that will reinvigorate you as well!
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Teaching shortages often mean missing out on your planning period. The rare times you do have a prep, it’s important to maximize your time. Today I’ll show you some time saving techniques to make the most of your time.
In today's episode we will tackle 3 ways to schedule out your prep period to be more efficient. We're also discussing ways to avoid distractions.
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If you're students are still struggling with putting words or sentences onto paper, this episode is for you!
Shared writing is the perfect tool in your writing toolkit to support your emergent writers. Get your students interacting and helping you write with shared writing. I'll walk you through how to get started - it's as easy as picking up your pen!
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When teaching sight words for second graders, there are some differences to notice. Sight words are important to teach but they are not just for memorization. Today we’ll cover some strategies to use instead.
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31 Jan 2024
114: Building Writing Stamina with Primary Students
I feel like building writing stamina is something that is not talked about often. Writing stamina is an important part of our students’ writing foundation that we need to build. Here are some effective strategies for nurturing writing stamina for our younger students.
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Writing is embedded throughout our daily lives. Because of this, writing shouldn’t always be taught in isolation. It’s important to teach writing across content areas as well that reinforces the type of writing specific to that discipline.
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06 Mar 2024
116: Mastering Test Taking Strategies for Elementary Students
It's no secret that upper elementary students are the focus of all the test prep because the stakes are higher for them. But if we work on getting our younger students to have a strong foundation of test taking strategies, the struggle won't be so difficult for our upper elementary teaching friends.
Today we are discussing easy test taking strategies that are perfect for first, second, and third graders to learn.
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13 Mar 2024
117: 10 Quiet Activities for Fast Finishers After Testing
Need to keep your fast finishers busy while others are still working on testing? Nothing is worse than that in between times when you’re trying to keep students quiet and preserve the test environment!
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20 Apr 2024
118: Advice for First Year Teachers: Spring Edition
You’ve almost made it to the end of the school year! This time of year is filled with its own challenges but read on for my advice for first year teachers in the spring.
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Today on the podcast we have Shannon Hazel, the author of New Teacher Confidential: What They Didn't Tell You About Being a Teacher. Join us in today's episode where we are talking about tips for teacher and teacher burnout.
In today's episode we cover:
The biggest thing you should know about if entering teaching
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Is your writing instruction being hurt by having one (or all) of these 3 habits? Transform your writing instruction for the next school year by learning which habit you might be doing and what you should be doing instead! Teaching writing shouldn't be crazy difficult.
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12 Jun 2024
121: Writing Tip Wednesday: Keep Mini Lessons Mini
Welcome to the first episode of my new series - Writing Tip Wednesday! Each Wednesday I'm sharing one quick tip you can use to improve your writing instruction. We're kicking off the series with mini lessons.
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19 Jun 2024
123: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Goals Give Students Focus
Welcome to the second episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Get a new quick tip each Wednesday. This week's tip is that having a writing goal gives students a focus.
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18 Jun 2024
122: How to Be More Effective at Writing Instruction
Effective writing instruction begins with you! Even without any writing training for your teaching career, it’s possible to improve and become a great writing teacher. Let's dive into some practical tips for effective writing instruction that will make your classroom buzz with creativity and learning.
In today's episode we'll talk about:
Providing Daily Writing Time: How regular writing practice can enhance fluency and build confidence.
Slowing Down Instruction: The benefits of a slower pace and how to implement it effectively.
Teaching the Writing Process: Breaking down prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing for young learners.
Modeling Writing for Students: The power of think-alouds, shared writing, and mentor texts to demonstrate the writing process.
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Welcome to the third episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Get a new quick tip each Wednesday. This week's tip is to model great writing with mentor texts.
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When it comes to teaching writing, there’s a ton of different ways to approach it. Without a set plan or proper training, it’s hard to avoid modeling mistakes. In this episode, I’ll show you some common mistakes and what to do to avoid them.
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05 Jul 2024
127: Teacher Wellness and Relaxation with Rebecca of Smiling Students Lesson Plans
Rebecca from Smiling Students Lesson Plans is a teacher and author with over 15 years experience. Her masters degree in education and specialty in language arts has given her the knowledge to help students learn and excel.
Teaching is her passion and she enjoys seeing all the growth and progress made in the classroom. In her free time, Rebecca likes to travel, read, exercise, listen to music and piano, and spend time with family or friends.
In today's episode Rebecca joins us to talk about:
RELAX acronym to remind us how we can feel better
Being an example for our students
Importance of water
Additional tips for wellness that don't break the bank
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03 Jul 2024
126: Writing Tip Wednesday: Start with a Pre-Assessment
Welcome to the fourth episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Get a new quick tip each Wednesday. This week's tip is to not start teaching writing until you've done a pre-assessment.
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If you’re an elementary teacher just starting out or switching grade levels, writing an impressive teaching resume is crucial.
Your resume is your ticket to showing off your skills, experiences, and qualifications to potential employers. Whether you’re new to teaching or looking for a change, here’s a comprehensive guide on writing a teaching resume that catches attention.
In today's episode we'll talk about:
Basics of Writing a Teaching Resume
Parts of a Resume
The Value of a Teaching Portfolio
How Your Resume and Portfolio Will Help You Stand Out
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Welcome to the sixth episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about how to model your story when teaching personal narratives.
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01 Aug 2024
131: Writing Tip Wednesday: Choosing to Use Notebooks or Folders
Welcome to the seventh episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about choosing whether to use notebooks or folders for writer's workshop.
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Don't let Meet the Teacher night scare you! It can be a simple, fun chance to meet your new students and their families. Think of it as a meet and greet. Most families won't be staying long and are there just to simply meet you and check out your classroom.
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08 Aug 2024
133: Writing Tip Wednesday: Teach Through the Writing Process
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15 Aug 2024
134: Establishing a Classroom Community in the First Few Days of School
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we dive into one of the most important aspects of kicking off a successful school year—establishing a strong classroom community. As a former second-grade teacher, I’ll share practical strategies to create a positive and inclusive environment during those critical first few days. From setting expectations together with your students to engaging in fun, collaborative activities, you'll learn how to foster a sense of belonging and cooperation right from the start. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the classroom, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you build a thriving community that will support your students' growth all year long. Don’t miss out on these essential steps to creating a classroom where every student feels valued and ready to succeed!
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15 Aug 2024
135: Writing Tip Wednesday: Zoom In On Small Moments
Welcome to the ninth episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about teaching how to zoom in on a small moment.
In this week’s Wednesday Writing Tip, we’re helping you take your first and second graders’ personal narrative writing to the next level! Personal narratives are a fantastic way for young students to express themselves, but they often struggle with writing stories that are too broad or lack detail. That’s why today’s tip is all about teaching your students to “zoom in” on small moments, making their stories more vivid and engaging.
In today’s episode, we’ll talk about:
Why "zooming in" on a small moment enhances personal narratives
A step-by-step classroom activity to help students practice this technique
How to guide students in adding sensory details to their writing
Strategies for encouraging students to reflect on their writing process
Tune in to discover how this simple technique can transform your students’ writing and help them become more confident storytellers. Make sure to subscribe to the Shared Teaching Podcast so you never miss an episode. Happy writing!
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04 Sep 2024
136: Setting Up Sight Word Centers to Last All Year
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we're diving into how to set up effective and sustainable sight word centers that will last all year. No more scrambling to create new activities each week—learn how to keep your centers consistent while switching out sight words to match your students’ needs.
In today's episode we’ll talk about:
Using Dolch, Fry, and district-provided sight word lists to assign students the right words
Organizing your sight word center materials with color-coded baskets and file folders
Ideas for creating simple, manageable center rotation schedules
Teaching student expectations to ensure centers run smoothly all year
Reusing center activities like Sight Word Mats, Letter Boxes, and Interactive Notebooks while rotating sight words weekly
Tune in to learn how to streamline your sight word centers and give your students the practice they need to succeed!
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05 Sep 2024
137: Writing Tip Wednesday: Planning Personal Narratives with a Circle Map
In this week’s Writing Tip Wednesday, we’re helping you guide your first and second graders through planning personal narratives with a simple, effective tool: the circle map. Organizing thoughts before writing is crucial, especially for young students who are still learning to structure their ideas. A circle map provides an easy way for students to brainstorm and focus on the details that make their stories more engaging.
In today’s episode, we’ll talk about:
What a circle map is and why it works for young writers
How to introduce the circle map with a whole-class example
A step-by-step guide for students to create their own circle maps
Tips for helping students brainstorm sensory details for richer narratives
How to use the circle map as a guide for writing personal stories
Tune in to learn how this simple graphic organizer can transform your students’ personal narrative writing and boost their confidence. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Shared Teaching Podcast for more helpful classroom tips!
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12 Sep 2024
138: Writing Tip Wednesday: Using a Personal Narrative Heart Map
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we explore the heart map—a simple yet powerful tool to help students brainstorm meaningful topics for personal narrative writing. Learn how to guide your students through the process of creating their own heart maps and discover how this tool can keep them engaged with writing all year long.
In today’s episode we’ll talk about:
What a heart map is and how it helps students generate personal writing ideas
Introducing the heart map to your class and guiding students in brainstorming important people, places, and memories
Step-by-step instructions for creating and filling a heart map with details
Using heart maps as inspiration for personal narratives and writing prompts
Keeping heart maps relevant by adding new experiences throughout the year
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Tune in to learn how heart maps can transform personal narrative writing in your classroom!
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29 Sep 2024
139: The Key to a Successful Formal Teaching Observation
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re diving into everything you need to know to prepare for a successful formal teaching observation. From crafting a strong lesson plan to following up with your principal afterward, I’ll share practical tips to help you feel confident and ready to shine during your observation.
How to prepare your lesson plan to meet your administrator’s expectations
Effective ways to assess student learning during your observation
Strategies for keeping students engaged throughout the lesson
Ensuring your classroom environment supports your success
Tips for following up with your principal after the observation
Tune in for valuable advice on how to make your next formal observation a success!
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02 Oct 2024
140: Writing Tip Wednesday: Zooming In for Personal Narratives
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we explore the technique of zooming in on key moments to add depth and detail to personal narrative writing. Learn how to help your students slow down and focus on the most important parts of their story to create richer, more engaging narratives.
Tune in for practical tips on helping your students transform their personal narratives with this simple yet powerful technique!
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09 Oct 2024
141: Writing Tip Wednesday: Adding Dialogue to Personal Narratives
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re continuing our deep dive into personal narrative writing by focusing on how to add details using dialogue. Learn how to help your students bring their stories to life through conversations between characters, making their writing more engaging and dynamic.
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Welcome to the Shared Teaching Podcast first episode! My journey in teaching has been a hard road and the years it has been easiest is when I've had a strong team or friends for collaboration. This episode discusses my why for creating a podcast and my hopes for its future. Thanks for joining me! Podcast show notes are available here: http://sharedteaching.com/stp-01-welcome-to-the-shared-teaching-podcast/
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#2 - Learn my top 5 tips to streamline your online teaching to save yourself time. We'll be discussing what my Google Classroom looks like, organizing my week in a Google slideshow, a way to increase student engagement, helping parents with the technology, and a plan to share the workload. Podcast show notes are available here: http://sharedteaching.com/tips-to-streamline-your-online-teaching/
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