We have all had lessons flop. BIG TIME. And boy do we know when a lesson is an epic fail. That’s not what I’m here to talk about. I want to talk about something we may not even realize is happening-which is even scarier than a lesson flop. And that is the days when we have a pretty good…
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Introducing: The Pretty Teacher | What You Need to Know About This New Tribe of Teachers (And How to Know If You Are One)
I am calling forth a new tribe of teachers. Pretty teachers. I know, sounds odd doesn’t? When you think of pretty you think of lipstick and Chanel bags, but keep reading. My definition is much deeper. I recently vowed to begin a pretty teacher makeover on myself right here on the blog. So here I am. Blog post #1 of…
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5 Decisions that Transformed My Life & Teaching Career |The Pinspired Teacher Manifesto
Take a quick look at these images above ^ from my Instagram feed. This is who I am. I love pretty things. I love creating an environment for students to imagine and learn all while having fun. I love creating engaging, research-based products for teachers around the world. I believe in putting my heart into everything I do in and…
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3 Ways to Use This Writing Center ALL Year Long
Are you looking for a simple, low-maintenance writing center that also engages your students? Yeah, I was too and found NOTHING that held my students’ attention all year long. 1. Use it to launch your personal narrative unit. Starting the year off with personal narratives for writing workshop is the BEST. Why? Because they get to write about what…
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Prepping for Back to School- Meet the Teacher Night
If you follow me on Instagram (@ThePinspiredTeacher) you’ll know that I got the shock of my life back in April and was asked to teach 2nd grade in a new district! While this was the best news EVER, my blogging life came to a screeching halt. I immediately began to prepare for the rounds of interviews, update my resume and…
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