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Featured Teaching Resources
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17 Classroom Management Strategies & Examples That Really Work
Explore easy classroom management strategies and ideas from other teachers to keep the classroom running smoothly and meet the 3 C's.
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Enter and Win — Teacher Giveaway for Cricut Maker 3+
Enter our teacher giveaway to win a Cricut Maker 3+ to get ready to go back to school in 2023! No purchase necessary.
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How To Create School Bathroom Rules That Are Fair to Students (And You!)
Find out how to create school bathroom rules and policies that make student bathroom breaks run smoothly without penalizing students for having bodily functions!
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How to Make Classroom Rules Kids Actually Follow (Tips From Veteran Teachers)
Find out how to make classroom rules your students will follow with actionable tips from expert teachers and examples of good rules for elementary and middle school.
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How to Teach Kindergarten — The Ultimate Guide to What to Do, What to Buy and What to Teach
Get ready to teach kindergarten with the ultimate guide to building your classroom and nurturing your kindergartners with tips from veteran teachers!
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How to Create a Classroom Calm Down Corner — 9 Ideas for Teachers
What's a calm down corner and how do you set one up in the classroom? Explore ideas from teachers like you, plus ways to help students destress.
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7 Google Forms Every Teacher Can Use + Teacher Tips on Creating Them
Find out how to use Google Forms in your classroom for quizzes, data collection and more, plus more tips from teachers!
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What Are Desk Pets? Printables + Fun Teacher-Tips to Use Them in Your Classroom
What are desk pets, where do you find them, and how do you use them? We've got all the desk pets ideas + printables.
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What Is a Paraprofessional? Everything You Need to Know to Get the Job
Learn all about the paraprofessional job description, how to pass the ParaPro Assessment and what to keep in mind during your interview.
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32 Clever Classroom Storage Ideas for the Busy Teacher
This list of classroom storage ideas and hacks for teachers could be just what you need to help you feel more organized. The Teach Starter teacher team is here to help you save you the time it takes to set up your classroom before students arrive for the first day of school with some simple, cheap and clever storage ideas for the classroom.
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How to Build A Parent Teacher Relationship That Will Help Students Succeed
Build a positive parent-teacher relationship with these teacher-tested tips for getting parents more involved in their kids' education.
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How to Build a Classroom Library That Improves Student Literacy — Teacher-Tested Tips
Building a classroom library? Find out where to find cheap books, how to organize your library, and more teacher tips!
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70+ Fun and Fresh Classroom Theme Ideas for 2023
The best classroom theme ideas for 2023 are here, and they're timeless! Find something to fit every teacher and every grade — from camping to sloths to pretty patterns!
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28 Genius Classroom Decorating Ideas for 2023
These classroom decorating ideas and hacks cover everything from setting up bulletin boards to finding unique classroom themes so teachers can get things moving for the new school year.
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25 Fun Facts About the Sun for Kids to Share in Your Science Classes
Share these fun facts about the sun with kids in your classroom when teaching about space. Plus, explore teacher tips to help you use sun facts in your lesson plans.
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18 First Day of School Books Teachers Swear By + Complementary Activities
We asked teachers for the best books to read on the first day of school. Here are their favorite children's books for back-to-school time!
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How to Set Up Learning Centers: A Comprehensive Guide for Teachers
Utilizing learning centers in your classroom will help your students solidify their understanding of ideas through exploration and independent learning. Use these tips on setting up solid learning centers you can use throughout your teaching career!
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The Best and Worst Plants for the Classroom (And How to Care for Them)
Do you want to know the best plants to keep in the classroom (and those to avoid)? Check out this list of allergy-free, easy-care indoor plants for teachers!
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18 Epic Last Day of School Activities to Kick Off Summer Break
Looking for easy last day of school ideas for elementary or middle school? These quick and fun end of year classroom activities will help you finish off your year just right!
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30 Fluttering Butterfly Facts for Kids to Get Students Excited in Science Class
These ready-to-use butterfly facts are perfect for getting a jump start on your next biology lesson or National Butterfly Day celebrations! Butterflies are great subjects for a variety of classroom lessons including pollination, healthy ecosystems and metamorphosis.
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What Is a Mentor Text? Everything Teachers Need to Know + Handy Book Lists
Find out what a mentor text is, how to use them with your students and titles you can add to your classroom library in this comprehensive teacher guide!
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How to Use the Seesaw App in the Classroom: Tips and Tricks From Other Teachers
See teachers' favorite tips and tricks for using Seesaw in the classroom and for communicating with parents.
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20 Fun Sloth Facts for Kids to Use in Your Classroom Science Lessons
Browse fun sloth facts for kids perfect for teaching about the Amazon rainforest, animal life cycle and habitats and more!
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13 Easy End-of-Year Student Gifts That Teachers Love + Kids Do Too
Looking for great end-of-year student gifts? Here are some teacher-approved and easy ideas that are free or inexpensive!
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The Ultimate Kindergarten Graduation Idea Guide for Teachers + Award Ideas for the End of the Year
Need kindergarten graduation ideas for a ceremony both students and families will remember forever? Use our comprehensive teacher guide to organize everything from graduation awards to traditional ceremony alternatives. You'll feel fully prepared for the last day of school!
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26 Fun Facts About the Moon for Kids That Teachers Can Use in the Classroom
Learn fun facts about the moon to inspire your kids in your class about space, plus teacher tips to help you incorporate moon facts into your lesson plans.
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May Awareness Months + Heritage Months to Honor in Your Classroom
Explore essential May awareness months and May heritage (history) months to celebrate in your classroom this year!
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50 Fun Facts About Trees to Share With Your Elementary Students + Lesson Ideas
Explore fun facts about trees that kids love to inspire your students in math, science and more. You'll also find ideas for lesson plans for ELA, math and science!
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Setting Boundaries Your Students Will Respect: Tips From Veteran Teachers
How do you get student respect in your elementary classroom? Find out how to set boundaries with tips from expert teachers!
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13 Teacher-Tested Field Day Games + Activities for Elementary School
These field day games and ideas for activities are perfect for the end of the school year to give students a fun day to remember before summer break.
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How to Establish a Teacher and Student Relationship Kids Will Remember
Learn how to create a teacher-student relationship your students will remember and cherish with tips from expert teachers.
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7 New Student Orientation Tips to Welcome a Child Into an Established Classroom
Being a new student in an established classroom can be incredibly daunting! Help new students settle into your routine with our 7 tips!