Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies

You all know how much we love talking about classroom management and sharing tips to help you become more successful and effective in this area. Well we got an opportunity to reach another audience and talk with Sara Marye on her Stellar Teacher Podcast earlier this year discussing this important topic. So we wanted to share this episode with you as a reminder on how to troubleshoot classroom management issues any time during the school year.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/troubleshoot-classroom-managementResources:Procedures & Routines Planning Guide and Checklist Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable SlidesEpisode 123, Troubleshooting Classroom Management with Heidi and Emily of Second Story WindowConnect 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

We know that your brain is focused on surviving these last few weeks until break and your to-do list might be a mile long. And while it’s going to sound crazy, we want to add to your list. However, it’s going to help you in the long run! We’re sharing what to do before winter break that will help you in January.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/what-to-do-before-winter-breakResources:Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable SlidesHoliday Rom Com Book ListFire Crackler Connect 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

The weeks leading up until winter break can be a challenging time for teachers. There’s a lot of unstructured time, themed activities, and special events or assemblies to attend. So with all of that going on in the month of December, how will you ever make it through? We’ve got the answers for you! In today’s episode, we’re sharing three December teaching tips that are key for surviving and thriving during this time.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/december-teaching-tipsResources:Holiday Behavior HelpsChristmas Festive BreaksCraft WandBook LightWish OrnamentClear Zipper BagsConnect 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

The magical feeling that the holidays bring is an opportunity you can’t miss to celebrate and participate in your classroom. With the arrival of December next month, we wanted to share some ideas from our Teacher Approved community on ways you can brighten your school days during this holiday season. So with the help of our listeners, we’re giving you plenty of December classroom activities you can do with your students.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/december-classroom-activitiesResources:Holiday Behavior HelpsChristmas Festive BreaksNot Your Average Gingerbread UnitBlack and white Christmas wrapping paperThe Story of the Nutcracker Ballet by Deborah HautzigUnpack Your Impact by Naomi O’BrienSanta Shark by Mike LoweryConnect 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

With the joy and fun that the holidays bring, it can also create chaos and escalated behaviors in the classroom. Our last three episodes focused on classroom management systems and strategies, but sometimes you need to add a booster to help tame those negative behaviors during the holiday chaos. In today’s episode, we’re sharing 5 techniques that help with December classroom management.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/december-classroom-managementResources:Christmas Brain BreaksHoliday Behavior HelpsCalm Christmas Podcast with Beth KemptonAsleep the Snow Came FlyingIndoor Timer PlugEpisode 103, When to Use Rewards to Boost Your Behavior Management – And When Not ToEpisode 102, Classroom Behavior Problems: How to Plan Ahead to Handle Them EffectivelyEpisode 101, 10 Easy Ways to Prevent Behavior Problems Before They StartEpisode 95, 4 Must-Have Characteristics of Your Classroom Morning RoutineEpisode 94, A Great Day Before School Even Starts: Your Perfect Teacher Morning Routine at SchoolEpisode 93, Teacher Morning Routine: 10 Tips for Creating Your Perfect PlanEpisode 35, 5 Ways to Increase Student Engagement – Our Secret Weapon for TeachersConnect 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

The last two weeks we’ve discussed classroom management and how to prevent and anticipate issues that may arise. And while we’d like to think our well thought-out plan will run perfectly, we know it doesn’t always happen that way. So what can you do when your plan isn’t enough? In today’s episode, we’re sharing how to increase the structure of your class by introducing behavior management rewards. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/behavior-management-rewardsResources:Crayola Super Tips MarkersShashibo CubesConnect 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

Dealing with classroom behaviors is just part of the job, but that doesn’t mean we should just sit back and wait for them to happen. Instead, we want to find ways that prevent and plan for the behavior mishaps. In our three part series on classroom management, last week we shared strategies for preventing behaviors, and this week we’re sharing step two in our classroom behavior management plan. In today’s episode, we’re discussing how to plan ahead for management problems that will inevitably arise in the classroom. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-behavior-managementResources:Classroom Procedures and Routines Bundle “How to Create Community with Classroom Rules” Responsive Classroom ArticleCarbonKlean Eyeglass Lens CleanerNew Music Holiday Spotify PlaylistEpisode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How They Differ and How to Teach ThemEpisode 21, Guided DiscoveryConnect 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

With school in session for a while now, you might be seeing some behavior issues starting to creep up that weren’t there before. And 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. Therefore, we’re going to spend the next three weeks discussing classroom management and how to get it back on track. But in today’s episode, we’re focusing on 10 strategies for preventing classroom behavior problems.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/prevent-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!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

Well, friends, we did it! The Teacher Approved podcast has finally made it to 100 episodes! This was always a dream of ours to do, so we wanted to think of a special way where we could celebrate with our loyal audience. We decided that whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or recently started listening, we wanted to compile a list of teacher podcast episodes. So we’re celebrating our 100th episode with a Teacher Approved starter kit!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-podcast-episodesResources:Listen to the playlist featuring our top 10 favorite episodes!Episode 100 GiveawayBook Buddy AppMicroStitch Tagging KitConnect 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

When creating lessons and activities, we’re always striving for them to be engaging and promote active participation in the classroom. However, academic engagement is just part of what makes a student engaged. They also need to be behaviorally and emotionally or mentally engaged, which means they’re active in all aspects 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-participation-in-the-classroomResources: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!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 know that classrooms vary by teacher, school, and districts, but one thing every classroom has in common is a need for attention signals. Whether your students are collaboratively working in the classroom, out at recess, or in the hallway and you need them to focus on you, attention signals are the most efficient way to do that. However, just because you give a signal, doesn’t mean it’s effective. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing five reasons why your attention signal isn’t working and how to improve it.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/attention-signalsResources:Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable Slides@positivelypresent on InstagramConnect 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

We believe your greatest classroom management tool is something that you do in your classroom, but don’t necessarily think of it as managing your classroom, and that is your classroom seating arrangements. The way you arrange your seats, whether you have desks, tables, or something else, and where you place students makes all the difference. To help you out, in today’s episode, we’re sharing our 3 secrets for seating arrangement success.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-seating-arrangementsResources:Editable Classroom Seating Chart Maker ToolNameplate SleevesWonderbelly AntacidsConnect 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

With holidays on the horizon, as teachers we know that one thing is about to appear in our classrooms: class parties. And although kids love party days, teachers may think differently about it. But what’s the feeling when you’re the parent planning it all? Our very own Emily is the organizer of her child’s 2nd grade Halloween party, but this time as a parent. Even with her teaching experience, there’s lots for her to think about, so we’re taking this episode to discuss all the steps for creating a fun holiday classroom party.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/2nd-grade-Halloween-partyResources:Just Go With It by Madison WrightZevo Indoor Flying Insect TrapConnect 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

The bell finally rings and your students are walking down the hallway excited to enter your classroom for the day. Once your students arrive, is it complete chaos or a structured routine? In order to have a successful day, it all starts with the tone you set for your students with the implementation of a classroom morning routine. With this routine being the last of your three morning routines, we’re sharing the four characteristics you need for a productive classroom morning routine.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-morning-routineResources:Procedures & Routines Planning Guide and Checklist Classroom Procedures & Routines Editable Slides Connect 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

As you step into your classroom, are you calmly setting things up for the day or are you frantically running around doing last minute tasks before the kids arrive? We all hope that we’re perfectly calm, but the reality is, the majority of us are rushing around with no form of intent. If that’s you, don’t panic! We’re here to help! We’re sharing the simple steps to take toward an intentional and purposeful teacher morning routine at school.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-morning-routine-at-schoolResources:Connect 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

As a teacher, did you know you actually have 3 different morning routines? While two of them occur when you arrive at school, the first routine is what happens when you get out of bed until you get yourself out the door. And since everyone is different, a standard one-size-fits-all approach won’t work. Instead, we’re sharing our teacher morning routine tips to help make the most and maximize your morning routine.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-morning-routineResources:Mr. S: A First Day of School BookOXO Salad SpinnerConnect 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

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:[00:53]: Tip #1 - Teach your students games to play at recess.[5:44]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Michelle of Stepping into Special Education - Eliminate what is not essential in your teacher life.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teaching-recess-gamesResources:Listen to Stepping into Special Education PodcastJoin Michelle's free, private Facebook Group for Stepping into Special EducationEpisode 47, Don’t Have Time as a Sped Teacher? Do This ONE THING Instead!Follow Michelle on Instagram: @steppingintospecialedConnect 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

You all know we love routines and procedures, but one thing we might love more, which helps solidify your morning routine, is incorporating morning work. If you’ve followed us for a long time, you know that our morning work is something we’re known for and have spent a lot of years perfecting and feel proud of. So whether you’re new to the idea of morning work or have been using it for years, we’re sharing our tips on how to maximize using morning work in your classroom this year. For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/morning-workResources:Morning Work Bundle Things My Students Said JournalHello Stranger by Katherine CenterConnect 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

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:[00:53]: Tip #1 - Turn walking in the hallway into a game.[5:20]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Teresa of Teach with Teresa - How to use classroom Escape Rooms.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-escape-roomsResources:FREE Hallway Procedures GuideEpisode 89, Hallway Behavior Management: 4 Essential Plans for Improving Hallway Classroom ManagementVisit Teresa’s websiteShop Teresa’s TPT storeTeresa’s Escape Room BundlesFollow Teresa on Instagram - @teresakwantConnect 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

When thinking about teaching procedures and routines, you often just think about the ones associated within your classroom. However, one of the most important routines to teach your students is your expectations walking through the hallway. Although walking from your classroom to your destination may seem simple, there’s a lot that goes into it. In today’s episode, we’re sharing how establishing good hallway behavior management impacts student learning in the classroom.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/hallway-behavior-managementResources:FREE Hallway Procedures GuideClassroom Procedures and Routines Teaching Slides BundleConnect 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

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:[00:52]: Tip #1 - Create a secret handshake for your class.[3:19]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Megan of The Literacy Dive - Incorporate opportunities for daily writing time during the school day.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/daily-writing-timeResources:Grab Megan’s FREE 6 Creative Writing Activities Listen to The Literacy Dive PodcastVisit Megan’s WebsiteShop Megan’s Literacy Dive’s TPT StoreJoin The Daily Writing Disguise MembershipFollow Megan on Instagram @theliteracydiveShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 beginning of the year, it’s tempting to want to jump right into academics with math centers and literacy groups. And while we find academics important, we believe building relationships with your students takes precedence. In fact, having that community is what keeps students engaged in your lessons and improves student academics. We’re sharing our 4 back to school classroom community tips with you today!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-classroom-communityResources:Daily Morning Messages Bundle - 2nd GradeConnect 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

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 tip is:[00:52]: Tip #1 - Choose a one-word theme. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-one-word-themeResources:Connect 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

Imagine this. You just finished your teaching degree, landed your first teaching job, and stepped into your classroom for the first time. You’re so excited to start this new journey, but then hit with a wave of emotions and stress realizing you have so much to do. This is the mindset of a new teacher. Being a new teacher, there’s so many things you want to do and try, but what is actually essential for a successful school year? Since we are a community of educators, we wanted to help out our novice teachers, while also giving our veteran teachers a few reminders. So in today’s episode, we’re sharing our 10 tips for new teachers with help from our Teacher Approved community.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/tips-for-new-teachersResources:Jennifer’s Find Your Marigold ArticleBrain BreaksMovement Breaks BundleConnect 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

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:[00:54]: Tip #1 - Turn student desks backwards. [4:01]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Emily of Teach Like a Pangolin - Incorporate daily SEL routines without losing instructional time.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/daily-sel-routinesResources:Grab the FREE SEL Morning Meeting Daily QuestionsCheck out Emily’s TPT storeFollow Emily on Instagram @teachlikeapangolinShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 novice teachers, we thought setting up our classroom was just making it look cute with our newest theme and filled with brand new organization trays and student supplies. However, we quickly learned how we set up our classroom was so much more than that. Instead, we realized classroom management is directly correlated with the layout of the room. Before you start the year, we’re sharing questions to ask yourself and classroom setup tips.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-setup-tipsResources:Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Shop our teacher-approved resources.Leave 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/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

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:[00:53]: Tip #1 - Prepare new student kits in advance. [4:45]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Lauren of Blue Sky Designs by Mrs. T - Use number pattern puzzles to review math concepts. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/new-student-kitsResources:Check out The Musings of Mrs. T’s BlogVisit her TPT StoreUpper Elementary Number Sense Value BundleMesh Zipper Pouch for OrganizationShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

Whether you’re a first year teacher, veteran teacher, or somewhere in between, back to school can still be overwhelming and difficult to jump back in after being on summer break. So to help you get back in the groove of school, we’re sharing some back to school tips. However, the best part is these tips come from teachers and listeners just like you!Join our new membership, The Teacher Approved ClubFor all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-tips-2Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 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:[00:52]: Tip #1 - 3 first day truths when you plan your first day of school.[4:48]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Lauren of Teach Outdoors - Get outdoors to find connections in mathematics in nature. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/mathematics-in-natureResources:Listen to Lauren’s Teach Outdoors PodcastFollow Lauren on Instagram - @teachoutdoors.caTips for Teachers: Discovering Math in NatureEpisode 77 of Teacher Approved, 3 Reasons Why a First Day of School Script Will Save Your SanityShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 a teacher, it’s no surprise that we constantly make decisions throughout the day. But have you ever been too overwhelmed that you can’t make one more decision? That’s called decision fatigue, which can be at its highest during back-to-school season. To help teachers with decision fatigue, we’re sharing 4 strategies to use during back to school.Join our new membership, The Teacher Approved ClubFor all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/decision-fatigue-teachersConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 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:[00:55]: Tip #1 - Use pattern blocks for your first day of school arrival activity.[7:50]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Susan of Shared Teaching - Use pre-writing assessments before launching your writing units.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/best-first-day-of-school-activityResources:Grab our First Day of School Pattern Block Activities MatGrab your FREE writing skills progression chart for K-3Listen to Shared Teaching PodcastFollow Susan on Instagram @sharedteachingShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 know there’s a lot of build up to the first day of school and both teachers and students are excited to begin a new school year. But we also know that the first day of school is more like an event with a lot of tasks and instructions you need to convey to your students. With so much going on that day, it can be hard to remember it all, which is why we think you should create a first day of school script. In today’s episode, we’re sharing the 3 main benefits of having a first day of school script and how it can keep you on track.Grab your First Day of School Editable Script here!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/first-day-of-school-scriptConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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 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:[00:53]: Tip #1 - Schedule a dedicated time for spiral review. [6:50]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Sam of Engineer Does Education - Use classroom SOPs to improve productivity and efficiency. To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/classroom-sopsResources:Spiral Review Morning Work BundleSpiral Review Homework - 2nd Grade Bundle5 Steps to Simplify your To-Do List Free DownloadCheck out Sam’s WebsiteListen to her podcast - Simple Systems with SamConnect with Sam on Instagram - @engineerdoeseducationShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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

All summer we’re doing episodes that will help get you prepared for the upcoming school year. And while these topics might not be flashy or your favorite things to think about, they are important for having a successful school year. That’s why we’re sharing how essential procedures and expectations are, along with how they need to be taught to your students.Download our Free Guided Discovery of Pencils here!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/procedures-and-expectationsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

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:[00:54]: Tip #1 - Connect with your students before school starts with a recorded story.[6:04]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Kristen of Easy Teaching Tools - Easy ways to declutter your classroom.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/record-a-story-for-your-classResources:20 Books for the First Week of School ListFree QR Code Generator Kristen’s Free PD SeriesShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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

After planning all summer getting things ready, when the first day of school finally arrives, you’re eager to get started teaching the curriculum. And while it’s great to review concepts from last year, that’s not the most important aspect at the beginning of school. You’ve heard us use the acronym ATTA BOY to describe your back to school goals, but in today’s episode, we’re sharing why affirming students is your most important goal for back to school.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/affirming-studentsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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 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:[00:54]: Tip #1 - Use a visual nudge to keep kids on track.[4:21]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Jennifer of Everything Just So - Ways to create small tweaks to your lessons for boosting student engagement.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/boosting-student-engagementResources:Join Jennifer’s Virtual Conference - Use code SECONDSTORY to save 25%!Read Jennifer’s tips and strategies on her blogFollow Jennifer on Instagram @everythingjustsoShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

We’ve talked a lot recently about having a balance between enjoying your summer and preparing for the school year. If you’re looking for an easy way to prepare and learn new strategies this summer, our favorite way to accomplish that is by reading a professional development book for teachers. To help you get started right away, we’ve compiled a list of books we think you’d enjoy.Find a list of all of our teacher professional development books here!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/professional-development-for-teachersConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

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:[00:53]: Tip #1 - Give yourself a permission slip.[4:06]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Jessica of Ideas by Jivey - How to incorporate mentor sentences into your lessons.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/mentor-sentencesResources:Register for Jessica’s Crash Course to Master Mentor TextsFollow Jessica on Instagram @ideasbyjiveyShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

Our recent episodes have revolved around having a productive summer as it pertains to getting tasks done for school in the fall. And while we value spending time preparing for the fall, we know that you’re more than just a teacher, and summer is the perfect time to focus on yourself personally. While we’ve shared many teacher tips for summer, giving a gift to your future self might be the most fulfilling!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-tips-for-summerConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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 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:[00:54]: Tip #1 - Make a time filler activity kit. [5:44]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Sara of The Stellar Teacher Company - Build sentence writing skills.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/sentence-writing-skillsResources:Listen to The Confident Writer System Series Private PodcastListen to The Stellar Teacher PodcastFollow Sara on Instagram @thestellarteachercompanyShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

We’ve talked in recent episodes about how to have a productive summer, whether that means relaxing by the pool or already preparing for the next school year. In Episode 64, we talked about your summer to-do list and in Episode 65, we shared how to have recovery and readiness. Now, we want to get you motivated to actually accomplish summer things for teachers.Resource of the Week: Word Sort Visual InstructionsFor all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/summer-things-for-teachersConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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 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:[00:55]: Tip #1 - Take the time to recognize your school support staff.[3:18]: Tip #2 - Guest Tip from Kelsey of Wife Teacher Mommy - Approach summer in an intentional way.To hear more about these tips, head to the show notes: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/recognize-support-staffResources:Grab your ticket for Educate & Rejuvenate! Listen to Wife Teacher Mommy: The PodcastEpisode 79 of Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast, The Secret to a Purposeful Teacher SummerEpisode 65 of Teacher Approved, Make an Easy Plan For Your Perfect Teacher Summer: Recovery and ReadinessFollow Kelsey on Instagram @wifeteachermommyShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

Over the years we’ve learned that when it’s officially summer for teachers, there are two types: I don’t want to talk about school or I need to do things for next school year now. And whichever summer teacher version you are is what you should do. However, we think a mix between readiness and recovery is the perfect combination. In today’s episode, we’re sharing how to have a teacher summer plan that has the right amount of recovery and readiness.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-summer-planConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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’re anything like us, you want to thoroughly enjoy your summer break because you earned it! However, we tend to stress when we get back to school in the fall having not done anything school related. So if we choose to do school tasks over summer, we want those tasks to leave a big impact. In today’s episode, we’re sharing how your teacher summer to-do list will get you prepared for next year.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-summer-to-do-listFortunately, the Milk by Neil GaimanConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesMentioned 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

The end of the school year is approaching quickly, so it’s time to begin thinking about celebrations! Since you’ve been coming up with fun ideas all year long, we thought we’d help you by sharing ideas from our Teacher Approved community. With the help of them, we’re sharing 10 creative ways for celebrating the end of the year.Resource of the Week: Summer Review PacketsFor all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/celebrating-the-end-of-the-yearConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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 end of the school year is a time for celebrating and reflecting on how the year went. And while most celebrate with end of year classroom awards, we believe it’s time to retire that tradition. In today’s episode, we’re sharing 5 reasons why end of year classroom awards shouldn’t be done, and sharing a meaningful replacement tradition instead.Download our free Awards Reflection Activity here!For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/end-of-year-classroom-awardsConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedMentioned 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

With the end of the school year just ahead, you’re probably thinking about vacation, resting, and anything but next school year. However, that’s exactly what we want you to do! Although it might not seem like it, there are some tasks that you can take care of now that will help you when you return to school in the fall, which we are outlining in this episode.For all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/end-of-school-yearConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Facebook group, Teacher ApprovedMentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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 weather is getting warmer, the trees and flowers are blooming, and the sun is staying out longer, which means spring has finally sprung! When spring arrives, it usually gives people the urge to clean their homes, so why can’t the same be done for classrooms? Approaching the end of the year is the perfect time for spring cleaning your classroom, so we’re sharing 6 tips for freshening up your classroom with a little spring cleaning.Resource of the Week: Decodable Fluency Passages BundleFor all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/spring-cleaning-classroomConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.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/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

We have to be honest. When we first set out to discuss decodable texts, we didn’t anticipate having multiple episodes on the topic. However, as this continues to become a hot topic, we want to continue to share our knowledge and ideas we’ve learned to help you. As we’ve established what decodable means, our final episode covers what makes a good decodable text.Resource of the Week: DLITE Days Bundle SetsFor all the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes:https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/what-makes-a-good-decodable-textConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.Mentioned in this episode:If 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/id1613980327Is 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