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Teachers can spend more time in their classroom than any other place in their daily lives. Which is why we know that managing your students’ learning spaces is important. Not only that, but keeping your classroom organized makes a big difference to student behavior and how smoothly your daily routines will run.
Here you'll find our teacher team's best classroom organization tips and tricks, along with classroom inspiration, display and decor ideas, and more. We'll help you figure out flexible seating and set up a rich visible learning environment.
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5 Expert Tips for Teachers Changing Grades Over the Summer
Teachers switch grades more than you think. If it's your first time teaching a new grade level, here's what you need to know!
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Engineering Books for Kids That Teachers And Parents Love (And Kids Do Too!)
These engineering books for kids are perfect for the classroom or at-home reading. Books for elementary and middle schoolers included!
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26 Bits of First Year Teaching Advice You Can Actually Use in a Classroom
This first year teaching advice that you can actually use in the classroom comes from veteran teachers!
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What Are Sound Buttons And How Can They Upgrade Your Phonics Lessons? | A Teacher's Guide
Do you use sound buttons to teach phonics in your classroom? Read all about them and download our decodable word flashcards today.
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6 Fun Indoor Ball Games and Activities for the Classroom
Fun and exciting ways to use a ball indoors to give your classroom some extra buzz.
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5 School Break Craft Activities for Kids
Here are five printable craft activities that are perfect for kids on school break.
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How to Make Your Classroom Smell Good: Teacher Tips That Work
No teacher should have to put up with a smelly, stinky classroom! But how do you make your classroom smell good? We've got you!
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Absent Students? Here's How to Help Them Catch Up!
Make classroom routine a breeze, even when students are absent! Follow our hints on how to manage and help students catch up on missed work.
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How to Start Your Own Outdoor Classroom | Creating an Outdoor Lesson Box
Do you love teaching in the great outdoors? Make transitioning to an outdoor classroom a breeze with our Outdoor Lesson Box.
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Easy Tips for Teaching Yoga to Kids in the Classroom
If the idea of teaching yoga is new to you, here are our top tips for teaching yoga in the classroom.
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How to Get Organized for Report Cards (The Ultimate Time-Saving Tip)
Do you love the slow slog of collecting data for report cards? Neither do we! Take a look at this hack to save yourself time and make reporting time easier.
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4 Sustainability Podcast Episodes to Help Make Your Classroom Green
Get your ears on these wonderful sustainability podcasts for teachers, and get tips on making the classroom more green!
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9 Clever Ways to Use Pom-Poms in the Classroom
Got pom-poms? Put these fuzzy balls to work in the classroom with these clever craft ideas!
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Children's Books by Asian American Authors to Add to Your Classroom Library ASAP!
Diverse books in the classroom are important. These children's books by Asian American authors help kids see themselves in their classroom library.
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These Mindful Communication Activities for Kids Help Them THINK
Mindful communication is a skill that is challenging for many to grasp. Here are some great tips for teaching kids to be considerate and empathetic in their dealings with their peers.
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Inauguration Day Activities for Kids (Lesson Ideas)
Are you looking for meaningful Inauguration Day activities for your students? You've come to the right spot...
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10 Virtual Learning Expectations (Video for Kids!)
Don't overlook virtual learning expectations as you deliver your online lessons! These 10 tips will help your class stay on track with their learning.
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How to Run Learning Centers With Social Distancing in Mind (2020)
Are you wondering how to run learning centers in the classroom with social distancing in mind? Read this blog for hints, tips and resources to help you out!
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How to Engage Students After a Big Break | 6 Helpful Tips
Do you need help with how to engage students when they come back to school after a long break? Here's 6 tips to help you with those reluctant learners.
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Working Memory in Kids (Printable Resources and Activities)
This blog will highlight how to foster and develop a child's working memory through activities and games in the classroom environment.
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11 Ways to Play (The Importance of Play in Childhood Development)
Have your children been engaging in more play than usual lately? It may be comforting to know the importance of play in childhood development - and how it can look!
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The Benefits of Imaginative Play in the Classroom
Do you let your young students participate in imaginative play? Read on to see the many benefits of including this in your classroom.
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Blended Learning | How to Make It Work
What exactly is blended learning, and how can you make it work for you and your students? Read our hints and tips for some great ideas!
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4 First-Day Activities for Distance Learning
On the lookout for fun activities for the upcoming school year? Whether you're doing in-school or distance learning, we've got the best first-day activities!
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Virtual Meet the Teacher | Easy Ideas and Resources
Are you stumped as to how to introduce yourself to your new class families - online? Look no further than these virtual meet the teacher ideas!
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Making the Most of Teaching From Home (Home Classroom Inspiration!)
Teaching from home for the foreseeable future makes you an absolute superstar! We'd love to help you out with these inspirational tips from teachers like you.
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COVID-19: Teach Starter's Support for Schools, Teachers, Parents, and Students Affected
As the global impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, both our Teach Starter members' success in and out of the classroom, and our team’s well-being, is paramount. Our hearts go out to the people who have been affected and we appreciate those around the world who are on the front line working to contain the virus.
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Using Natural Resources in the Classroom - Learning with Nature
Do you want to incorporate nature into your lessons? Read some of our fresh ideas on using natural resources in the classroom.
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How to Motivate Students: Building Independence
Read these 5 tips and tricks on how to motivate students! Building independence in the classroom has never been easier.
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How to Set Up A Successful Home Reading Program
Follow these simple steps to create a successful home reading program in your classroom today!
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7 Dollar Tree Hacks for Classroom Organization
Take your classroom organization and decoration to the next level with the ultimate Dollar Tree classroom hacks.
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Digital Teacher Planner vs. Paper Planner: Which Is the Best Planner for Teaching?
See the pros and cons of digital teacher planners and paper planners and choose the one that's right for you.