When winter break ends and you head back to school, it’s so easy to want to jump right back into where you left off. However, if you’ve had a week or two, or maybe even three off, there’s a handful of things you’re going to want to do first. Here are 5 things to do when you get back from…
The weeks leading up to winter break are less than easy. In fact, they are some of the hardest of the year. Students are excited and might be literally bouncing off of the walls. So, once you turn off the light, close your classroom door, and head home, you might think your work is done. However, you’re mistaken. Here are…
Worrying and feeling anxious is very common in children. It can be hard to deal with the unknown. It can be hard to handle feeling like you can’t control what will happen. Here are 6 children’s books about anxiety, worrying, and feelings. Picture Books for Anxiety and Worry Worry Says What? Worry Says What? helps children understand that worries are…
Listening to and understanding other perspectives can be difficult for adults and children alike. However, this is an important life skill. This collaborative, inquiry based lesson focuses on sharing your perspective and listening to someone else’s with an open mind. Background Information: In the last few posts, I’ve been sharing all about how you can use the principles of IB…
Inquiry based, collaborative projects have many benefits for your students and your classroom. Here is a collaborative Google Slides project you can do with your class this year. Why Should I Use Collaborative, Inquiry Based Projects in my Classroom? In the last few posts, I’ve been sharing all about how you can use the principles of IB education in your…