12 Things I Wish I Had Known About Interactive Science Notebooks
Are you new to using Interactive Notebooks? After 6 years of trial and error, I made a list of 12 things I wish I had known
classroom management
Science Classroom Expectations Anchor Charts
When it’s time to head back to school, I think about all of the expectations that must be taught. Some of those expectations are specific
Setting Up Sensational Science Interactive Notebooks in 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade
Setting Up Your Science Notebook Many teachers have expressed concern about doing notebooks “the right way.” I’m here to tell you there is no right
9 Simple Ways to Provide Choice in Your Classroom
A kid in a candy store is fascinated by all the choices. It’s been nearly three years since I blogged about student choice in the
Grade Interactive Notebooks in 10 Minutes (or less!)
Interactive Notebook Grading SolutionI’ve got a time-saving tip to avoid stacks and stacks of notebooks that need grading and feedback. I’ve posted a lot
Classroom Management Solution: Lab Teams
The Challenge: Lab Work Teacher: (hands out the lab sheets and materials tray) “Alright, we’re going to start the group activity now!” Student A: (grabs
5 Ways to Make Your Science Notebooks More Interactive
Notebook is a verb! It’s active. Students are talking. You’re talking. They’re doing stuff. You’re doing stuff. It’s interactive! In this post, I focus on
Classroom Management Solution: Tech Helpers {A Bright Idea}
Welcome to the next post in my Classroom Management Solution Series and a stop on the Bright Ideas Blog Hop! The Problem Many teachers use
Classroom Management Solution: Hand Signals
“Can I go to the bathroom?” “I need a Kleenex.” “I gotta sharpen my pencil.” A student’s hand is raised. Does she need a
Radioactive Alien Goo
Need a “following directions” activity with a clear reward for following the directions correctly? Alien Goo is just for you! By popular request, here are
Science Activity Time
In addition to meaningful and fun instruction, solid classroom management, and positive relationships, what can we do? The second semester of school in 5th grade
Social Talk vs. Academic Talk
What’s the most common student misbehavior? TALKING! Hands down. When I was talking to another teacher the other day, we discussed social talking and when
