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What Do Experts Say About Clip Charts

What Do Experts Say About Clip Charts

In the last post, we talked about WHY teachers use clip charts. Today I want to talk about what experts say about using clip charts and other types of public classroom management in the classroom. I’m mostly referencing clip charts, because they are so popular. However, using Class Dojo in the same way has the safe effect. It is not… Read More

Why Do Teachers Use Clip Charts?

Why Do Teachers Use Clip Charts?

Today is part 1 in a series about something I am very passionate about…clip charts and other types of public behavior management. Before I start this blog post, I want to share that I had a clip chart in my classroom for several years. My second year of teaching I added squares to “clip up” and thought I was REALLY… Read More

Why I Love Creepy Carrots

Why I Love Creepy Carrots

Hey teacher! Today I wanted to talk about one of my favorite read-alouds EVER. It’s perfect for Halloween, but you truly could use this book anytime! Clear Story Elements When we are helping students retell stories, it’s important that they have obvious story elements. After students have built this skill we can bring in more challenging texts. Until then, though,… Read More

5 Questions to Ask Families

5 Questions to Ask Families

Hello!!! 😊 Today I wanted to share a few questions you can ask to connect with your students’ families. You can use these questions at Meet the Teacher, for conferences or just to get to know students and their families through email. As teachers, we play a huge role in student success. We help students feel safe at school, enjoy… Read More

Lunar New Year Read-Alouds

Lunar New Year Read-Alouds

Will you be teaching your students about Lunar New Year? It’s such a fun and interesting holiday to spend time discussing and celebrating! Today I just wanted to share a few activities you can use in your classroom, as well as some great read-alouds to add to your day. If you’d like more ideas on celebrating Lunar New Year with… Read More

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  • Episode Notes: Today we'll start our series on teaching kindness in the classroom. I will share a few definitions you can use with your students, as well as some important research about teaching kindness to our young learners. | The Teaching with Haley Podcast is for new & experienced teachers who believe positive relationships & strong classroom community affect academics. We'll discuss social-emotional learning, making strong connections, engaging students and their families
  • These early elementary literacy centers all come with a recording sheet, as well as direction sheet! I also included the entire packet in black/white in case you want to print on colored paper! These literacy centers include: Write the Room, Falling for CVC Words, Apple Picking, Endzone Endings, Under the Apple Tree, and Ball Game Blends. So fun!
  • This is the money-saving bundle of all of my Practice Packets! In this zip file, you will find over 200 pages of engaging and no-prep printables for your kiddos! These are perfect for morning work, homework, station work, and so much more! There are 9 practice packets included! The perfect resource for the whole year for early elementary teachers!
  • I believe that guided reading is one of the most powerful times of the day, & I wanted to make sure teachers had simple and effective tools at their fingertips to use! When I began guided reading, I had no idea what to do but, now I understand that there are many simple things I can do to support & plan for my readers! This pack is ideal for kinder-2nd grade teachers who work with readers at level A-S. | Balanced Literacy | Reading | Reading Strategies |
  • Are you a first year teacher, student teacher, intern, or just a teacher who need some fresh ideas? This packet is for you! I began this product with new teachers in mind, but soon realized all teachers could use it! It includes all the forms I had during my first few years, as well as tons of things I have learned through the years!In this packet you will find TONS of printables for planning, reflecting, communicating with parents, and more! | Early Elementary Resources | Teacher Printables |
  • Do you have students in your class who need extra behavior supports? Are you spending valuable instructional time constantly redirecting a few challenging students, and aren't sure what to do to support them? This packet is FULL of resources, ideas, and tools to help every student in your classroom be successful. This resource is ideal for any primary teacher that needs additional behavior resources to support their students! | Behavior Management Tools |
  • I believe our students need to know exactly what we expect of them and also how we feel about them! These posters are perfect to introduce in classroom meetings and discuss. Once you have discussed them, they make adorable decor that will always remind your students about the culture of your classroom! They are perfect for promoting a growth mindset, accountable talk, and relationships in the classroom. You'll find each poster in colored clipart, black and white clipart, and stock photos.
  • This homework is set up into 50 weeks for 4 day’s worth of activities. The homework progresses in difficulty and follows a typical 1st grade pacing guide. You'll also find many of the activities are review from previous weeks. Each week follows a schedule including Reading & Comprehension, Story Problems, Phonics, Grammar, Science, Social Studies, Math, and Writing. | First Grade Resources | Common Core Math for Elementary |
  • This classroom decor bundle is the perfect way to brighten up your classroom! It includes printable Classroom Decor posters, the Alphabet, Numbers, Colors, Calendar pieces, Classroom Jobs. A great way to brighten up the classroom of a new teacher or a teacher coming back into the classroom after a year of remote learning!
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