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Can You Save Fred? Your New Favorite Back to School Activity

ByHaley 06/02/202606/02/2026

Can You Save Fred? The STEM Challenge Every Elementary Teacher Needs This Back to School Season: Picture this. It is the first week of school. You have got 25 kids who do not know each other yet, a mile-long to-do list, and somehow you are supposed to build classroom community at the same time. Enter:…

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How to Teach Procedures in the Classroom (The Right Way!)

ByHaley 05/12/202605/12/2026

Let’s be honest. The beginning of the school year is exciting, exhausting, and a little chaotic all at once. You have got a room full of fresh faces who do not yet know where to line up, how to turn in their work, or what a quiet signal even means. And that means it is…

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5 Must-Know Tips for Elementary Classroom Procedures That Stick

ByHaley 03/12/202505/12/2026

Let’s face it—classroom routines are the backbone of a smooth-running school day. From how students enter the room to what they do after they finish an activity, elementary classroom procedures help maintain order, ensure expectations are clear, and set students up for success. But here’s the thing: Establishing these procedures can feel overwhelming at the…