Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies

Spring break is almost here, and while you’re excited for the time off, the thought of catching up on work when you return can be stressful. What if you could prep for the first days back before break starts—without the overwhelm? In this episode, we’re sharing top strategies for teacher spring break prep, including how to break tasks into manageable steps and make the most of prep time in small bursts. With these tips, you’ll be able to enjoy your break while feeling ready for a smooth return to school!Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-spring-break-prep/Resources:Bioderma shower oilGavin and Stacey: A Fond FarewellConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 168, How Teachers Can Get a Jumpstart on a Stress-Free Winter BreakEpisode 169, Our Best Teacher Tips for Finding Pockets of Prep Time to Get Ahead For JanuaryEpisode 172, The 2nd First Day of School: How to Take Advantage of the Week After Winter BreakMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Morning work is more than just busy work! It sets the tone for your day, reinforces important skills, and encourages independence. In this episode, we’re sharing our five best morning work tips to help you create a routine that works for both you and your students. If you're looking to start your day with ease and purpose, this episode is packed with actionable advice you won’t want to miss!Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/morning-work-tips/Resources:Spiral Review Morning WorkShrinkingA Man on the InsideConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 179, How to Find Fast Finished Success: No More ‘I’m Done, Now What?’Episode 173, Getting Into the Nitty Gritty of Classroom Procedures and RoutinesEpisode 150, Perfect Your Classroom Procedures With the Help of Our Guiding QuestionsEpisode 94, A Great Day Before School Even Starts: Your Perfect Teacher Morning Routine at SchoolEpisode 91, Start Your Day Strong: Top Tips for Maximizing Your Morning WorkMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Teachers pour their time and energy into the major aspects of teaching, but it’s often the smaller, overlooked parts of the job that create uncertainty. One such challenge is managing fast finishers—a topic that doesn’t always get the spotlight but plays a crucial role in the flow of your day. In today’s episode, we’re going to unpack this loaded topic and discuss how fast finishers can find success in the classroom.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/fast-finishersResources:Word Family Poems - 1st GradeWord Family Poems - 2nd GradeI’m Done, Now What? How to Challenge Fast Finishers Blog PostNex PlaygroundValari PillowOriental Trading ValentinesTarget Valentines MindWare ValentinesPaper Source ValentinesConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 173, Getting into the Nitty Gritty of Classroom Procedures and RoutinesEpisode 165, Keeping Students Engaged All Year Long, No Matter the SeasonEpisode 163, The 6 Key Ways to Boost Student Engagement Every DayEpisode 159, How to Set up Successful Learning Centers at the Beginning of the YearMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trialIf you're enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teacher-approved/id1613980327

By this point in the school year, your class is very familiar with each other. And while you love the community aspect, it can often bring unnecessary or excessive talking amongst your students. If this sounds like your class, we’re replaying a fan favorite episode sharing five teacher approved to help you tame your chatty class!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/chatty-classResources:Editable Digital Seating Chart ToolClassroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide BundleClass Craft noise meterBouncy Balls noise meterThe Seven Year Slip by Ashley PostonConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 98, 5 Reasons Your Attention Signal Isn’t Working and How to Improve ItEpisode 97, 3 Secrets For Using Your Classroom Seating Arrangement to Boost Classroom ManagementEpisode 83, Classroom Setup Tips For Success: 8 Guiding Questions for Designing Your SpaceMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Now that you’re back to school from winter break, you might be noticing that some of your classroom procedures aren’t running as smoothly as they were before break. While this might be caused by multiple reasons, it’s something you want to address right away. In this fan favorite episode, we’re sharing questions that help you identify your classroom management problems and ways to fix them!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-management-problemsResources:Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 154, 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure SuccessEpisode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How they Differ and How to Teach ThemEpisode 32, 5 Classroom Management Questions to Help Banish Bad Class HabitsEpisode 20, Mastering Morning RoutinesEpisode 18, Procedures for Success!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Returning from winter break, teachers are well rested and ready to start the second half of the school year. But oftentimes, students come back feeling excited and forgetting all of your procedures and expectations. This can lead to a lot of rough days in the classroom! We were recently on another podcast, Educate & Rejuvenate, where we discussed four tricks for having a rough day reset in the classroom. With teachers going back after the new year, we thought this information was so valuable that we wanted to share it with our listeners as well. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/rough-day-resetResources:Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast - Episode 154, 4 Tricks to Reset a Rough Day of School with Heidi and Emily of Teacher Approved Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 167, How Teachers Can Say Goodbye to the Sunday Scaries with Kelsey from Educate & RejuvenateEpisode 132, An Easy Mindset Hack for Teachers with Kelsey of Educate and RejuvenateEpisode 51, 4 Reliable Ways to Hit Reset on a Rough Day of SchoolEpisode 15, Own Your Teacher Wins with Kelsey Sorenson from Wife Teacher MommyMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

For our last episode of 2024, we wanted to share another fan-favorite episode. In this replay episode, you will gather some tools that will help prevent behavior problems before they even start in the new year! With school in session for a while now, you might be seeing some behavior issues starting to creep up that weren’t there before. Instead of just dealing with them as they come, it’s much better to put strategies in place that prevent behavior problems from occurring in the first place. Tune in to hear 10 easy strategies for preventing classroom behavior problems!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/behavior-problemsResources:Digital Classroom Seating Chart Planning ToolClassroom Procedures and Routines Bundle OneTabHow Does Santa Go Down the Chimney? Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 99, Get Students Engaged With 3 Types of Active Participation StrategiesEpisode 97, 3 Secrets For Using Your Classroom Seating Arrangement to Boost Classroom Management Episode 92, Teacher Approved Tips: Teaching Recess Games and How to Save TimeEpisode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How they Differ and How to Teach ThemEpisode 50, 3 Guidelines to Make Classroom Transitions Work Smarter Not HarderEpisode 49, Rapid Classroom Transitions: How to Save 45 Hours a Year Episode 48, How to Make Classroom Transitions Simple With Clear Beginnings and Endings [Classroom Transition Series]Episode 35, 5 Ways to Increase Student Engagement - Our Secret Weapon for TeachersEpisode 32, 5 Classroom Management Questions to Help Banish Bad Class Habits Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

As we wrap up 2024, we’re bringing back our top two most popular episodes—fan favorites that truly resonated with our listeners. First up, we’re revisiting an episode packed with strategies to boost student engagement through active participation!When designing lessons and activities, our goal is always to make them engaging and encourage active participation. But true engagement goes beyond academics. For students to be fully engaged, they need to be involved behaviorally, emotionally, and mentally, actively contributing in every aspect of the classroom. So, in this episode, we’re sharing ways to increase student engagement with 3 types of active participation strategies.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/active-participationResources:Jargon Journal Book UnitsSalt Lamp NightlightPodcast: The DreamConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 38, How to Survive December in the Classroom: 3 Creative Teaching TipsEpisode 35, 5 Ways to Increase Student Engagement - Our Secret Weapon for TeachersMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

If there’s one thing we’re passionate about, it’s procedures and routines! Earlier this year, we had the chance to chat about this topic on the Rainbow Skies for New Teachers podcast. We found the discussion so valuable—especially for this time of year—that we had to share it with you, too. In today’s episode, we’re diving into why it’s never too late to introduce (or revisit) procedures and routines in your classroom.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/procedures-and-routinesResources:Free Hallway Procedures GuideThe Rainbow Skies Podcast, Episode 24Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 154, 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure SuccessEpisode 150, Perfect Your Classroom Procedures with the Help of Our Guiding QuestionsEpisode 120, Supporting New Teachers with Ashleigh from Rainbow Skies for New TeachersEpisode 98, 5 Reasons Your Attention Signal Isn’t Working and How to Improve ItMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Along with January being the start of a new calendar year, it also allows teachers a new beginning to the school year. Both bring the opportunity for fresh starts and a new perspective on how to handle the upcoming year. But in order to achieve that, it’s best to plan ahead and treat the first day back from winter break like the second first day of school. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to maximize the week after winter break and set yourself up for success!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/week-after-winter-breakResources:Procedures and Routines Editable Review SlidesProcedures and Routines Editable Teaching SlidesGuided DiscoveryFree Goal Setting SheetsSpiral Review Morning WorkSpiral Review HomeworkSnowed In by Catherine WalshLuminette Light Therapy GlassesConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 169, Our Best Teacher Tips for Finding Pockets of Prep Time to Get Ahead for JanuaryEpisode 154, 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure SuccessEpisode 146, Never Pick up Another Stray Crayon: Why We Love Guided DiscoveryEpisode 73, 4 Reasons Why Affirming Students Is The Most Important Goal for Back to SchoolEpisode 19, Your Back to School GoalsMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trialDo you have a question or concern that could use a teacher-approved solution? We'd love to answer your question on the podcast! Submit your question to [email protected] and put "podcast question" in your subject line.

Teaching during the month of December can be a magical time for both you and your students, but it can also be challenging! With so many interruptions to your regular routine like holiday assemblies and class parties, your energy can be drained quickly. So in order to fill your cup back up, we’re sharing some of our tried and true December teaching tips.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/tried-and-true-december-teaching-tips/Resources:December Teacher Survival KitChristmas Brain BreaksChristmas Festive BreaksHoliday Behavior HelpsDecember Teaching Podcast Playlist: listen on Spotify!December Teaching Podcast Playlist: listen on your web browser!Holiday Rom-Com Book ListThe Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally CarterTis the Season Lift the FlapConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 170, How to Be a Fun Teacher Without Losing Control of Your ClassEpisode 169, Our Best Teacher Tips for Finding Pockets of Prep Time to Get Ahead for JanuaryEpisode 168, How Teachers Can Get a Jumpstart on a Stress-Free Winter BreakEpisode 107, Get Ahead For January Now With 4 Easy StepsEpisode 106, The December Survival Kit: 3 Essential Tips to Help Teachers ThriveEpisode 105, Festive Fun in December: Engaging Holiday Activities to Do With Your ClassEpisode 104, From Chaos to Calm: 5 Techniques for Managing Classroom Behavior in DecemberEpisode 103, When to Use Rewards to Boost Your Behavior Management - And When Not ToEpisode 38, How to Survive December in the Classroom: 3 Creative Teaching TipsEpisode 37, Holiday Behavior Management Tips to Help You Survive Until Winter Break!Episode 36, How Teachers Can Plan Lessons The Week Before a Holiday BreakMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

With the holiday season in full gear, we can imagine how bombarded you are with how to make everything in your classroom feel festive. And if that’s your jam, by all means, you go for it! But for most of us, we worry that too many holiday festivities will derail our classroom management or get us behind in the curriculum. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing three ways to be the fun teacher in December without losing control of your class.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/the-fun-teacherResources:December Teacher Survival KitChristmas Brain BreaksSeasonal Morning MessagesChristmas Fluency in a FlashChristmas Vocabulary Activities BundleChristmas Vocabulary Bundle Set 2Christmas Festive BreaksHoliday Behavior HelpsChristmas Activities Mega BundleHoliday Rom-Com Book ListChristmas With a Crank by Courtney WalshI Haven’t Been Entirely Honest with You by Miranda HartConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 169, Our Best Teacher Tips for Finding Pockets of Prep Time to Get Ahead for JanuaryEpisode 104, From Chaos to Calm: 5 Techniques for Managing Classroom Behavior in DecemberEpisode 37, Holiday Behavior Management Tips to Help You Survive Until Winter Break!Mentioned in this episode:Do you have a question or concern that could use a teacher-approved solution? We'd love to answer your question on the podcast! Submit your question to [email protected] and put "podcast question" in your subject line.Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

With winter break just around the corner, we want to do everything we can as teachers to be prepared and enjoy our break from school. In last week’s episode, we walked you through how to plan your end of December and start of January lessons in advance. However, finding the time to actually plan is the tricky part. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing our best teacher prep for January tips and tricks.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-prep-for-januaryResources:December Teacher Survival KitChristmas Festive BreaksAthena Razor Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 168, How Teachers Can Get a Jumpstart on a Stress-Free Winter BreakEpisode 107, Get Ahead For January Now With 4 Easy StepsEpisode 40, 2 Easy Things All Teachers Should Do Before Winter BreakEpisode 36, How Teachers Can Plan Lessons The Week Before a Holiday BreakMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

When December hits, it seems like a long road until you’re on winter break. So when break finally arrives all you want to do is relax, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy doing things you love! Then as break nears the end, you get stressed and overwhelmed with all the work you still need to do when school resumes in January. In order to resolve that feeling, in today’s episode, we’re sharing a system for teacher winter break prep that will leave you prepared and planned for the new year before going on break.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-winter-break-prepResources:December Teacher Survival KitProcedure Review SlidesTell, Try, Tally, Talk Procedure SlidesThe Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu MandannaTeacher Created Resources Germ Trackere.l.f. Makeup BrushConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 107, Get Ahead For January Now With 4 Easy StepsEpisode 104, From Chaos to Calm: 5 Techniques for Managing Classroom Behavior in DecemberEpisode 103, When to Use Rewards to Boost Your Behavior Management - And When Not ToEpisode 40, 2 Easy Things All Teachers Should Do Before Winter BreakThe Holiday Headstart, Episode 4, How to Craft Your Holiday Values For a More Meaningful Christmas SeasonMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

On Sunday afternoon and evening, do you ever feel anxious about the upcoming week? This recurring feeling that you’re experiencing is actually called the Sunday scaries. Since many people have this feeling, it’s important to learn what’s happening to your mind and body and strategies to move past it. To give us a better understanding of it all, guest Kelsey Sorenson is sharing ways to overcome the teacher Sunday scaries. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-sunday-scariesResources:Listen to Kelsey’s Podcast, Educate & RejuvenateEducate and Rejuvenate by Kelsey SorensonConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 132, An Easy Mindset Hack for Teachers with Kelsey of Educate and RejuvenateEpisode 112, 5 Podcasts for Elementary Teachers That We Know You’ll Love!Episode 15, Own Your Teacher Wins with Kelsey Sorenson from Wife Teacher MommyMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

In order for a classroom to run smoothly, sometimes it takes more than just the teacher to make it happen. Getting students involved provides them with responsibility and ownership of the classroom and building its community. One of the best ways to achieve this is by incorporating classroom jobs. But like with everything, class jobs have their own set of headaches. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to troubleshoot your classroom job system and ways to make them work for you.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-jobsResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistHere One Moment by Liane Moriarty Hampton Forge KnivesConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 123, 2nd Anniversary: Our Best Teacher Approved Tips, Ideas, and FavoritesEpisode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How they Differ and How to Teach ThemEpisode 52, 10 Teacher Approved Tips for Elementary Teachers That We Think You’ll LoveEpisode 18, Procedures for Success!Mentioned in this episode:Do you have a question or concern that could use a teacher-approved solution? We'd love to answer your question on the podcast! Submit your question to [email protected] and put "podcast question" in your subject line.Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Did you know that just like there are four seasons in a year, there are seven seasons in a school year? And just like there are positives and negatives to each environmental season, the same applies to the seasons of school. But one thing that stays consistent is the need to engage your students. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing tips for keeping students engaged all year, despite the seasonal changes. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/keeping-students-engaged-all-yearResources:Editable Classroom Seating Chart ToolChristmas Festive BreaksHoliday Classroom Behavior Management PlansDecember Teacher Survival KitProcedure and Routine Editable Teaching SlidesProcedure and Routine Editable Review Slides The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahonGroupMe AppConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Related Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 158, Back-to-School Classroom Management: Are You Working Smarter or Harder?Episode 156, Starting the School Year with Surprise and Delight: 5 Easy IdeasEpisode 124, Spring Fever: 3 Tips to Help Your Spring Classroom ManagementEpisode 104, From Chaos to Calm: 5 Techniques for Managing Classroom Behavior in DecemberEpisode 91, Start Your Day Strong: Top Tips for Maximizing Your Morning WorkEpisode 35, 5 Ways to Increase Student Engagement - Our Secret Weapon for TeachersMentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trialDo you have a question or concern that could use a teacher-approved solution? We'd love to answer your question on the podcast! Submit your question to [email protected] and put "podcast question" in your subject line.

We have an exciting treat for you today! We're introducing you to our new podcast, The Holiday Headstart. If you like the thought and care that we put into planning for back-to-school, you're going to love the way we plan for Christmas (and other holidays!). 🎄Tune in to hear an episode of The Holiday Headstart where we deep dive into the importance of intentional holiday planning. Then, head to your favorite podcast listening app and follow or subscribe to The Holiday Headstart so you never miss future episodes!Resources:The Holiday HeadstartGrab The Holiday Headstart PlaybookTake the Holiday Profile quizFollow on Instagram @theholidayheadstartOnly Murders In The BuildingThe Peek Nest AppConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

There are several spots inside a teacher’s classroom that are special and impactful for students. However, none build a classroom’s culture or relationships more than the classroom carpet! This designated gathering space is the heart of the classroom, which is why having specific procedures and routines for it is vital. So in today’s episode, we’re doing a deep dive into how to manage student behavior during your classroom carpet time.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-carpet-timeResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistEditable Classroom Seating Chart ToolBrain Breaks Bundle“Try This Trick to Make Carpet Time More Manageable” - Beacon School Support@trickghastly on InstagramConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Join our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love these too: Episode 154, 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure SuccessEpisode 150, Perfect Your Classroom Procedures with the Help of Our Guiding QuestionsEpisode 50, 3 Guidelines to Make Classroom Transitions Work Smarter Not HarderEpisode 49, Rapid Classroom Transitions: How to Save 45 Hours a YearEpisode 48, How to Make Classroom Transitions Simple With Clear Beginnings and Endings [Classroom Transition Series]Mentioned in this episode:Do you have a question or concern that could use a teacher-approved solution? We'd love to answer your question on the podcast! Submit your question to [email protected] and put "podcast question" in your subject line.Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Whenever teachers plan their lessons and activities, besides making sure the content is right, their next priority is student engagement. We’ve talked many times before on the podcast about the idea of balancing the structure and novelty in your classroom. However, we’ve never fully explained what it is and how to effectively use it. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing six ways to boost student engagement using structure and novelty. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/boost-student-engagementResources:Classroom Seating Chart ToolBrain Breaks BundleWhat is Quiet Time? by The Responsive ClassroomRelax Kids: The Wishing Star by Marneta ViegasKitchy Pizza CutterSnow Patrol AlbumConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

When it comes to the profession, a lot of teachers get nervous and struggle to communicate with parents, so when parent-teacher conferences come around, it makes a lot of teachers anxious. We felt the same way when we were in the classroom but have since learned a few tips and tricks along the way. In today’s episode, we’re troubleshooting some common problems with parent-teacher conferences and sharing our favorite parent conference tips. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/parent-conference-tipsResources:Conferences with Confidence CourseParent Survival Guide to Student-Led Conferences Teacher Approved: Parent Conference PlaylistMaybe This Time by Cara Bastone AudibleBlueland Body WashConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Raise your hand if you’ve spent time planning a lesson, but it flopped when you taught it in front of your student. We’re raising our hands high! It can feel deflating when a lesson doesn’t keep the interest of your students. However, there are things you can do to increase student engagement when presenting a lesson. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing five techniques that will ignite active student engagement during any lesson. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/active-student-engagementResources:Jargon Journal Year-Long BundleFluency in a FlashPhonics and Word Study - Word PlayOregon Trail GameOnline StopwatchLord of Maps Draws a MapConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

You’ve made it to the end of the day smooth sailing but hit the rough waters of chaos right before your students leave. You’re tired, exhausted, and unsure why there’s turmoil at this every day. If this sounds like you, there’s a disconnect in your daily routine. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to troubleshoot this routine and giving four teacher-approved tips for streamlining your dismissal routine. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/dismissal-routineResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

As you all know by now, we love having efficient and effective procedures and routines. We believe they’re the backbone of your classroom management and the key to having everything else in your classroom run smoothly. However, there’s one routine we’ve neglected to discuss, which is setting up your centers. The complexity of successfully run centers is why we’ve never discussed them before. In today’s episode, we’re sharing strategies for how to set up centers at the beginning of the year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/how-to-set-up-centers-at-the-beginning-of-the-yearResources:Daily 5 Work on Writing StationDaily 5 Work on Writing - Monthly ResourcesBostitch Office Hole PunchConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

One of the biggest struggles as a teacher, especially when you’re new to the profession, is managing your classroom. With so much going into classroom management, the main component being student behaviors, you want to find ways to keep students motivated and exhibit positive behaviors in your classroom. And one of those ways is through class rewards. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to make your back-to-school classroom management system work in your favor and not against you.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-classroom-managementResources:December Teacher PlannerDrive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. PinkSkylight CalendarDr Scholl’s Women’s SneakerConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday this summer, we've been bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. And today is our last Thursday tips episode for the summer!This week's tips are:[00:49]: Tip #1 - Ways for teaching class consequences to your students. [06:22]: Tip #2 - Plans for dealing with and managing classroom behaviors. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teaching-class-consequencesResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Bundle “How to Create Community with Classroom Rules” Responsive Classroom ArticleEpisode 155, Mastering the Teacher Look for Nonverbal Classroom ManagementEpisode 102, Classroom Behavior Problems: How to Plan Ahead to Handle Them EffectivelyEpisode 101, 10 Easy Ways to Prevent Behavior Problems Before They StartEpisode 92, Teacher Approved Tips: Teaching Recess Games and How to Save TimeEpisode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How They Differ and How to Teach ThemEpisode 21, Guided DiscoveryConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

If you are anything like we were, one of our main goals at the beginning of the year was to build positive relationships with our students. We know the countless benefits having positive relationships can have on your students and classroom, so we always did the typical getting-to-know-you activities at the start of the year. However, we needed to find ways to keep those relationships growing with more than just those activities all year long. This is when we began to incorporate surprise and delight. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing our five easy back-to-school surprise-and-delight ideas that you can use in your classroom this school year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-surprise-and-delightResources:The Happier Ladies Podcast, Episode 37: Romanticize Your LunchAFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[00:52]: Tip #1 - How to master the art of the “teacher look.” [05:04]: Tip #2 - How to have effective classroom management using attention signals.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-lookResources:Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable SlidesEpisode 98, 5 Reasons Your Attention Signal Isn’t Working and How to Improve ItEpisode 81, 20 Teacher Approved Back to School Tips from Listeners!Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

If you’ve been listening to us long enough, you know how much we love procedures. We’ve covered the importance of establishing them, how to teach them, how to plan them, and how to fix them. However, we’ve never discussed putting all that information together with a few simple steps. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing how to make classroom procedure planning successful and effective this school year.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-procedure-planningResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistGuided Discovery of School Tools Resource BundleProcedure Teaching SlidesProcedure Review SlidesElectric ScissorsSukeen Cooling TowelsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[01:16]: Tip #1 - How thriving at back-to-school starts with a clean slate.[06:00]: Tip #2 - Give yourself the space to live in your season during back-to-school.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/thriving-at-back-to-schoolResources:Better Than Before by Gretchen RubinReady for School ChecklistsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

We’ve talked a lot over the last few weeks about how to effectively plan your first week of school. We like to think of these first few days as a launchpad for a successful school year. With so much you need to think about, we’ve decided to help you create and organize a way to manage it all. In today’s episode, we’re sharing the three lists you need to make to plan your first week of school.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/plan-your-first-week-of-schoolResources:Back to School Readiness ChecklistsFirst Day of School Planning Guide and Lesson PlanFirst Day of School Pattern BlocksFirst Day of School Lego MatsGuided DiscoveryAFMAT Pencil SharpenerHeadphone StandSummer Romance by Annabel MonaghanConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[00:49]: Tip #1 - 3 reasons why you should make your inside recess plan now. [03:46]: Tip #2 - Our best teacher-approved tips for inside recess activities.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/inside-recess-planResources:Amazon List for Inside Recess MaterialsMichaels Gramercy Wrapping cartAdventure 2 Learning WebsiteConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

If you’ve been with us long enough, you know how much we value procedures. We truly believe establishing clear and concise procedures and routines leads to an efficient classroom and decreases behavior problems. But with the number of procedures you need throughout the school day, it can be challenging to think through it all. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing guiding questions that will assist you in planning classroom procedures that will set your students up for success.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/planning-classroom-proceduresResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistSun Shade Umbrella for CarConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[02:24]: Tip #1 - 10 teacher-approved tips for when you get your class list. [08:13]: Tip #2 - Why affirming is the most important goal at the start of the year.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-to-do-listResources:Teacher Summer Talks SummitSeating Chart Planning ToolReady for School ChecklistsDaily Morning Messages SlidesConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

At the start of every school year, we talk a lot about establishing and incorporating your ATTABOY goals into your lessons and activities during the first few weeks of school. And while we believe in the training component of your goals, the most important goal is actually affirming. So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing some practical takeaways for building positive student relationships and affirming students at the beginning of the year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/positive-student-relationshipsResources:Shout Out Edutopia VideoSmart Games on AmazonCup Cozy Pillow Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[00:47]: Tip #1 - Ways you can start planning for future problems now. [05:05]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Ashleigh of Rainbow Skies for New Teachers - Gather supplies for future new students while preparing for your current new students.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/planning-for-future-problemsResources:Ready for School ChecklistsGuided Discovery for Back to SchoolParent Conference Mini CourseDecember Survival Kit8 Secrets to Save Time in Your WeekRainbow Sky Creations WebsiteFollow Rainbow Sky Creations on InstagramConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

If you are anything like us, we loved setting up our classrooms with all our brand-new supplies and materials. They were clean, organized, and had all the right parts. However, by winter break (and realistically, sooner than that!), all our supplies were dirty, disorganized, dried out, and missing the majority of their caps. We eventually found a system that helped keep our supplies lasting longer, which is guided discovery. In today’s episode, we’re sharing our back-to-school guided discovery system for managing any and all of your school tools. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-guided-discoveryResources:Guided Discovery: Classroom Procedures & Rules for School Supplies for Back to SchoolReady for School ChecklistsPattern Block Activities  The First Six Weeks of School by Center for Responsive SchoolsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[00:47]: Tip #1 - A list of our best first-day-of-school tools to help make the day successful.[04:45]: Tip #2 - How using a first-day-of-school script will be your favorite first-day-of-school tool.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/first-day-of-school-toolsResources:First Day of School Planning Guide & Lesson PlanReady for School ChecklistsClassroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistBTS Success WaitlistGuided Discovery of School Tools Resource BundleEditable Classroom Seating Chart ToolPattern Blocks Activities for First Day of SchoolThe First Day of School in 2nd Grade First Day of School Editable GuideConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Even though we’ve both been out of the classroom for a while now, we still remember the overwhelming chaos that the first day of school can bring. Meeting new students for the first time, covering essential procedures and routines, laying the foundation for class community, and engaging in meaningful academic activities, all while talking non-stop is a lot. We’re exhausted just thinking about it! But we’ve got a process to make the day successful, impactful, and enjoyable. In today’s episode, we’re helping you create a plug-and-play for your first day of school plans. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/first-day-of-school-plansResources:First Day of School Planning Guide & Lesson PlanReady for School ChecklistsClassroom Procedures and Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistBTS Success WaitlistAdventure to Fitness YouTube VideoScholastic Storybook TreasuresVooks Storytime: Animated Kids Books Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[01:20]: Tip #1 - Why you should plan for the second day of school now.[03:57]: Tip #2 - Our favorite first-day-of-school tip from our community.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/first-day-of-school-tipResources:Back to School Readiness Checklist BTS Success Course Waitlist Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

We’ve got one question: Are you ready for the school year to begin again? While most of you are happy it’s summer and not thinking about the start of school, some of you are chomping at the bit to get into your classroom and start preparing for the new school year. So, if you’re in the latter group, this episode is for you! In today’s episode, we’re creating a personal plan for back-to-school readiness with all you need to begin to feel ready for the start of a new year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/are-you-ready-for-the-school-yearResources:Back to School Readiness PlanEnd of Year Bulletin Board ActivityProcedures & Routines Planning Guide and Checklist Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable SlidesGuided Discovery Back to School Bundle PackBack to School Pattern Block Mats for the First Day of SchoolFirst Day of School Editable GuideEnd of Year Road Map FreebieConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[05:20]: Tip #1 - Start creating an idea bank of independent activities that your students can do.[09:23]: Tip #2 - Steps for getting planning done in December without doing extra work.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-christmas-in-julyResources:Christmas Activities Mega Bundle of Resources December Planner FreebieClassroom Procedures & Routines Editable SlidesConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

There’s a lot that goes into creating your daily classroom schedule. Trying to figure out how to effectively fit all the events you can’t control, where to put instructional time, and the smaller transitional moments can be extremely tricky. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! In today’s episode, we’re sharing eight steps to intentionally craft your daily classroom schedule. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/daily-classroom-scheduleResources:First Day of School Planning Guide and Lesson PlanBTS Success WaitlistWhen: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. PinkConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[01:51]: Tip #1 - Welcoming a new grade level team member[03:31]: Tip #2 - Ways to support new teachers with Ashleigh from Rainbow Skies for New TeachersTo hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/new-grade-level-team-memberResources:Rainbow Sky Creations WebsiteListen to their podcast, Rainbow Skies for New TeachersFollow them on Instagram @rainbowskycreationsFollow them on TikTok @rainbowskycreationsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Being elementary teachers, we’re constantly working with our grade level team to enhance student learning, schedule grade level events, analyze student data, and so much more. You also know that the type of team you have can make or break your enjoyment at work. So whether you have a successful or dysfunctional team, this episode is for you! We’re sharing three practical strategies for making your grade level team the best team in the school. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/grade-level-teamResources:Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies QuizSkylight Calendar - Get $20 off with code: FRIEND-LJL883J It’s About Time: Planning Interventions and Extensions in Elementary School by Mike MattosConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[01:32]: Tip #1 - Ways to organize your classroom library setup. [04:55]: Tip #2 - Questions to ask yourself when setting up your classroom.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-library-setupResources:FREE End of the Year and Summer RoadmapConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Once it’s summer time, most teachers can relax knowing exactly where they’ll be when school returns in the fall. However, some teachers are preparing for a new grade level, or it’s pure panic as they learn about this new adventure a few weeks before school begins. So whether you’re changing grade levels by choice or by force, it comes with some unique challenges you need to be aware of. In today’s episode, we’re sharing four tips for changing grade levels to make it less stressful and make the transition easier. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/changing-grade-levelsResources:End-of-Year Roadmap FreebieResponsive Classroom Grade-Level BooksAchieved the Core WebsiteConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!

Every Thursday, we bring you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[00:46]: Tip #1 - Teacher Approved tip for spoiling yourself during a stressful time.[05:06]: Tip #2 - Teacher self-care tips you can do in the summer to make life easier during the back-to-school season.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-self-careResources:End of Year Road Map FreebieConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

The feeling when you’ve just finished school and are officially on summer break is a feeling unlike any other. You’re sitting by the pool with no alarm clocks going off or papers to grade, and the start of another school year seems so far away that you can’t even see it. However, you know that feeling fades, and other feelings start to creep in and disrupt your relaxing summer break. We call these the stages of summer. So in today’s episode, we’re breaking down the different teacher summer break stages that you go through and how you can thrive in each of them.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-summer-break-stagesResources:End of Year Road Map FreebieConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Every Thursday, we're bringing you a weekly bonus episode highlighting new and favorite teacher-approved tips you can apply in your classroom as soon as today. This week's tips are:[02:39]: Tip #1 - Ideas for organizing your Pinterest boards. [06:19]: Tip #2 - 5 tips for finding quality teaching resources online.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/pinterest-for-teachersResources:Pinning and Planning: Five Tips for Using Pinterest to Teach Science ArticleConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedLeave your review on Apple Podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:Is your class acting like spring break erased every expectation you've ever taught? Try the Teacher Approved Club free for 10 days and get this month's training on keeping expectations alive — plus last month's Quiet Your Chatty Class Challenge. Join at https://secondstorywindow.net/trial