by Katie Palmer | Sep 15, 2025 | 2nd Grade, Literacy, Poetry
Poetry is one of the most fun and engaging ways to get your students writing. However, many teachers find it challenging to introduce and teach different types of poetry in 2nd grade. We’re here to guide you through the process and share our top four poetry types:...
by Katie Palmer | Sep 10, 2025 | Back to School, Fall, Kindergarten
The back to school season is always chaotic, but when you add on the extra layer of being a Kindergarten teacher, things get even more hectic. For many students, Kindergarten is their first school experience, or even first experience with an adult outside of their...
by Katie Palmer | Aug 22, 2025 | All Access, Teacher Support
Tutoring is a valuable tool for students to reach success, but many teachers who tutor on the side face the challenge of spending hours searching for suitable tutoring resources. Often, these materials end up being low-quality or just filler activities. So, where can...
by Katie Palmer | Aug 5, 2025 | Classroom Setup, Fall, Seasonal, Spring, Summer, Winter
Sprucing up your classroom to match the season can make it feel more welcoming, but it can seem like an overwhelming task. Here’s a simple idea: swap out your classroom door decor with the seasons! Check out the images in this post to inspire an easy classroom...
by Katie Palmer | May 9, 2025 | Kindergarten, Phonics
When you think of teaching Kindergarten literacy, the word phonics probably pops right into your head. Although phonics is vital, it is only one piece of the Kindergarten reading puzzle. Without focusing on the other areas of reading like comprehension, vocabulary or...
