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Classroom Organization the Easy Way

Classroom organization can be a challenge. These tools make it easy to keep your classroom organized and running smoothly.

With 25 students in your classroom, it’s not always easy to stay organized. Things aren’t returned to the correct locations. Materials get lost. Put an end to these problems with these easy solutions to classroom organization. #classroomorganization #teachers #teachingsupplies #organization

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How to Use Data to Drive Instruction

As teachers, we constantly hear that we should use data to drive instruction. Here are 5 tips to help you do this.

Administration is always telling teachers to use data to drive instruction. That’s easier said than done. After hours of analyzing data, I’ve finally found some ways to use it in a meaningful way. Use these tips to use data in your classroom.

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How to Save Time on Lesson Plans

Lesson planning is a very time-consuming process for teachers. Use these tips to save time on lesson plans.

Writing lesson plans can take forever! Here are some tips to help you save time on lesson plans. Plus, download my lesson planning template. #lessonplanning #teachers #teaching #teacherlife

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How to Avoid Taking Papers Home to Grade

Are you spending your free time grading papers? Use these strategies to get the grading done at school, and reclaim your evening and weekend hours.

Grading papers is one of the biggest time consumers for teachers. We spend our evening and weekend hours correcting tests and homework assignments. Use these tips to avoid taking papers home to grade, and reclaim your free time. #teachers #teaching #teacherlife #gradingpapers

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Valentine’s Day Activities for Your Elementary Classroom

Your students will love these fun Valentine's Day activities!

Do you want some fun ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in your classroom? These 5 Valentine’s Day activities are low prep, and your students will love them!

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