When to Refer a Student for an IEP: Guidelines for Teachers
As a former teacher, I have a lot of teacher friends. And, as a parent to a disabled child, I know what it’s like to be on “both sides of…
Effective instructional strategies shape how students learn, engage, and grow. Strong instruction goes beyond delivering content—it includes thoughtful lesson planning, purposeful engagement, formative assessment, collaboration, and support for diverse learners. The right strategies help students think deeply, participate actively, and make meaningful connections to new learning.
As a former teacher, I have a lot of teacher friends. And, as a parent to a disabled child, I know what it’s like to be on “both sides of…
As parents and teachers who love to see children smile, we know that the power of a good joke can turn a child’s disappointment into laughter. Kids love humor. They…
There are many different learning styles for kids to use in their everyday lives, whether homeschooling or attending a public or private school. Trying the various learning methods and identifying…
Think-pair-share stands out as the ultimate cooperative learning strategy, applicable to any lesson and topic. It creates an engaging learning environment where every student is actively thinking about the prompt…
As an elementary teacher, there are few moments more satisfying than when a carefully selected pair of students collaborate and communicate to complete a task; it’s inspiring! But the reality…
Differentiating math instruction is teaching strategy that can provide quality instruction and help all students make progress. With careful planning, teachers can break down topics to create a bridge between…
You know how important it is for students to be collaborative and work together in the classroom. When students partner effectively and learn to cooperate, it fosters strong communication skills…
Sorting activities can be a great resource in the elementary classroom. They allow students to explore their background knowledge creatively and build upon new ideas and vocabulary words. These activities…
Teachers use numerous teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches throughout the school day. One of the most utilized is direct instruction. But what exactly does it entail? How does it shape…
Are you looking for ways to help your students deepen their understanding of different texts? Many teachers use fill-in-the-blank worksheets, cloze reading strategies, and sentence frames as classroom activities. These…
In the diverse landscape of elementary education, a one-size-fits-all approach is a relic of the past. Differentiated instruction, a teaching philosophy that acknowledges and respects the myriad ways in which…
As an elementary teacher, I know firsthand how important it is for students to learn how to conduct safe online research. With the internet being such an integral part of…
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