The interviews are over, the stress of wondering if you’ll find a position is caput. You landed a fourth…
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Who Invented Homework? A How-to for 4th Grade Teachers
Truly, who invented homework? It would be interesting to find out. Because depending on your approach, it can serve your…
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Teacher Desk for Upper Elementary: Ditch it OR Keep it?
Getting my own teacher desk was a big deal. I’d made it. I’d jumped through all the hoops and landed…
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How old are 4th graders? Answers for new teachers
How old are 4th graders? Typically 9 and 10. Congrats! You’re on your way to becoming an expert 4th grade…
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Lesson plan. Get help and burn rubber!
Exhausted? Burning out? I hear you, chickadee. This is a tough time, regardless of your school model. I used to…
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