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Learning targets and success criteria do more than satisfy admin—they improve classroom management by reducing confusion & off-task behavior

Learn how to write effective learning targets that clarify goals, support student understanding, and improve lesson focus.

Simple classroom management strategies that use goal setting to help students understand expectations and stay focused.

Teacher self-care often gets framed as something you need to plan for, budget for, or simply dream about. But for a lot of us, the hardest part of the day isn’t the morning rush or even the school day itself. It’s the after-school hours when your body is tired, your brain is still buzzing, and […]

Learn how to teach students what “doing your best” really means using clear expectations, effort-based strategies, and classroom examples.

Kick off your next unit with student engagement strategies that spark curiosity and make learning meaningful. Practical tips for real classrooms.

Fun classroom ideas that boost engagement and make school feel better for everyone. Easy, realistic tips teachers can use right away.

Learn exactly what to include in your sub plans for teachers so you can rest on sick days. Easy tips and sub plan ideas.

Looking for a weekly teacher prep period schedule? Here’s how I reset every Friday to get ready for Monday.

If you’re using a scripted ELA curriculum like Wit & Wisdom, CKLA, or Arts & Letters, chances are you’ve felt both grateful and frustrated. These programs offer structure—but they don’t always meet your students where they are. That’s where supplementing your scripted curriculum (without doing the most) becomes essential. You don’t need to rewrite every lesson or start from scratch. You just need a […]