Teaching Practically

01/02/2019

A good reminder for transitioning back to school...

This helps me as I grumble around the house counting the hours down. Hope it helps you too!

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11/26/2018

Graphic organizers to scaffold THREE modes of writing for intermediate students... all on sale today and tomorrow! Don't miss out!

Get three amazing resources to scaffold the three major types of writing in the intermediate grades. Each resource in this bundle offers graphic organizers and other scaffolds to help your students go deeper in understanding narrative, informative/explanatory, and opinion writing in grades 3-5. See....

11/25/2018

Discounts for shopping for teachers? Yes, please! Starts tomorrow!

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09/17/2018

Bundle alert! Scaffold all your writing needs in intermediate grades with this discounted bundle. Check it out at

Get three amazing resources to scaffold the three major types of writing in the intermediate grades. Each resource in this bundle offers graphic organizers and other scaffolds to help your students go deeper in understanding narrative, informative/explanatory, and opinion writing in grades 3-5. See....

09/16/2018

Get students set for success in opinion writing with these scaffolds for intermediate grades. Newly updated!

This set of graphic organizers and sentence frames help to scaffold opinion writing in the intermediate elementary grades. What's in this packet? Writing Map for Opinion Writing--Outline your

09/15/2018

Newly updated! Kick off your school year with supports for your students in narrative writing. Check it out at

These graphic organizers for narrative writing are CCSS aligned for third, fourth, and fifth grades. They provide a quick and practical structure for students to think about their writing for narrative stories. Students and teachers could use as many or

09/02/2018

Did you know that a positive playground and cafeteria experience for kids can positively impact their whole day?

Our school has been working hard to create a smoother, calmer cafeteria and playground system for our kids over the last few years and it's been a game changer! Here is a tiny peek at how we think through this critical part of the day!

08/20/2018

Bonus sale! Get your last minute wishlist fulfilled. See details here... starts tomorrow! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Teaching-Practically

08/16/2018

Prepping folders for my staff training coming up... can't wait to see my team!

What does your back to school desk look like?

08/16/2018

***Great beginning of the year activity!***
What do your students think of themselves as readers? This reading survey helps you get to know your kiddos as readers, with multiple formats available. Check it out!

Get to know how your students learned to read, strategies they use, their favorite books, and who inspires them as a reader. There are two different mini posters to use, too, to get to know your students at various times during the year. This product can be used independently by older

08/09/2018

Had my first "official" day back this week to school. When is the first day you'll be back in your building (officially or unofficially ;-) )?

08/08/2018

Build interpersonal skills in your students by helping them learn about the key adults that work in your building! Check out this staff introduction book! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Welcome-book-Staff-introduction-book-for-students-146490