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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 1st Grade — The Ultimate Guide to What to Do, What to Buy and What to Teach
Looking for tips on teaching first grade? Our comprehensive 1st grade teacher guide will answer all your questions from what to buy to how to prepare for the first day of school and what to do throughout the school year.
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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 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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6 Classroom Set-Up Ideas Veteran Teachers Swear By
An effective classroom set-up inspires kids to love learning. Find out how to set up a functional, well-configured classroom.
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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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32 Seriously Cool Back to School Bulletin Board Ideas for 2024
Are you looking for some EASY back to school bulletin board ideas for your classroom? We've got you covered!
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13 Easy Classroom Door Decorating Ideas for Back to School Time
Get back-to-school ready with easy classroom door decorating ideas for elementary school, with links to printable decorations and a video to show how it's done!
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21 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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10 Easy Father's Day Ideas for the Classroom Dads Will Love
Father's Day is just around the corner, check out these easy yet cute Father's Day ideas for the classroom!
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Teacher Appreciation Week: 20 Reasons Why Teachers Are Incredible
Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to acknowledge educators for being incredible. Read on for 20 reasons why teachers are super human, how Teacher Appreciation Week got started and teacher gift ideas!
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How to Make an Exploding Gift Box for Mother's Day With Your Students
Learn how to make an exploding gift box with your students this Mother's Day to expand their engineering skills while creating something special for Mom or another special person.
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6 Inclusive Mother's Day and Father's Day Ideas for the Elementary Classroom
Use these ideas to make Mother's Day gifts and Father's Day classroom celebrations more inclusive for your students.
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12 Creative + Classroom-Tested Mother's Day Crafts for Kids to Try This School Year
These Mother's Day crafts for kids get the teacher stamp of approval for the classroom.
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Climate Change Education: Where Should Teachers Even Start?
Climate change education is increasingly important — here's how to teach elementary students about climate change, including resources for teachers.
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How to Make Composting in the Classroom Fun (And Educational) for Kids
Want to start a compost bin in the classroom and wondering how to make composting for kids fun? We walk you through the process step by step.
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18 Activities for Arbor Day to Celebrate Trees in Elementary School
Explore activities for Arbor Day, lesson ideas, teaching resources and videos to make this April a memorable one in your classroom!
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10 Creative Ways to Get Kids to Recycle in Your Classroom + Free Recycling Options for Teachers
How to encourage kids to recycle in your classroom + free recycling programs that earn teachers cash and school supplies!
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17 Creative April Fools' Day Pranks + Activities for Elementary School Teachers
Try these April Fools' Day pranks for school to get your elementary students laughing.
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27 Funny Easter Jokes for Kids That Are Perfect for the Classroom
Make your classroom giggle with these school-friendly Easter jokes for kids about eggs, bunnies, and more.
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8 Easter Math Activities That Bring Springtime Fun Into School
These quick and easy Easter math activities and math center ideas bring spring into the classroom and can be holiday focused or not!
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10 Fun Easter Bunny Craft Ideas + Curriculum-Aligned Activities for the Classroom
These bunny crafts are perfect for the classroom whether you celebrate Easter or just want to mark spring with some bunny-inspired activities.
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12 Teacher-Approved Earth Day Activities for Kids to Green Your Classroom (Plus Teacher Freebies)
Make Earth Day count with these fun Earth Day activities for kids in the classroom that incorporate math, science, and more, plus access free seeds, resources, and more for teachers!
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24 St Patrick's Day Activities for Lucky Kids to Try in the Classroom
Try these St. Patrick's Day activities for kids in the classroom! See our teacher team's favorite fun STEM activities, writing challenges, and more — all designed by teachers!
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22 Easter Egg Ideas Every Elementary Teacher Can Use to Engage Their Students
Get plastic Easter eggs? Use these ideas in the classroom to practice sight words, fractions, and so much more!
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10 Women's History Month Activities for Kids to Bring Her Story to Life in the Classroom
Get Women's History Month ideass for the classroom to bring her story alive for elementary students. From reading challenges to female character analysis ideas to ways to honor women in their own communities, these ideas are perfect for kids.
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70 Fun + Fascinating Women’s History Month Facts to Inspire Your Students
Explore a list of fun Women's History Month facts to share with your students this March (or any time of year!), plus ways to incorporate these kid-friendly facts into your lesson planning!
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17 Presidents' Day 2024 Ideas for Teachers That Go Beyond Washington + Lincoln
These Presidents' Day ideas for kids include fun options for pre-school, kindergarten, first grade, and on up through upper elementary.
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70 1st Grade Books to Add to Your Classroom Reading Corner This Year
Wondering which 1st grade books you should add to your classroom library? Look no further! We have a list of 70 that are teacher (and student) approved!
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27 Fun Valentine's Day Ideas for Teachers That Your Class Will Love
Valentine's Day is a great opportunity to show appreciation for those around us. Share the love this February 14th with Valentine's Day activities for kids perfect for the classroom.
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15 Valentine's Day Craft Ideas for the Classroom With an Educational Twist
These fun Valentine's Day classroom craft activities are teacher tested and boast an extra boost of education for elementary students.
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69 Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Kids to Make the Classroom a Kinder Place
Try these random acts of kindness ideas for kids in your classroom for more social and emotional learning or to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day 2023!