by Teaching and Caffeine | Aug 8, 2021 | Back to School, Picture Books, read alouds, reading
I think we all know by now that my love for picture books runs DEEP. I’m ALWAYS on the lookout for new titles, especially for the first few weeks of school. As an upper elementary teacher, it can be challenging to find back-to-school books that my tiny humans haven’t...
by Teaching and Caffeine | Aug 1, 2021 | Back to School, Teach
Congratulations on reaching this point in your education journey! As you prepare for what is bound to be a busy and incredibly rewarding experience, I’m sure you’re feeling a bit stressed and somewhat anxious. Guess what? That’s normal. I have ten student teaching...
by Teaching and Caffeine | May 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
The last day of school. It’s so close but somehow it’s also SO far away. I know how hard those last few weeks can be so I’ve compiled a list of eight different end of the year activities that your tiny humans will absolutely love. Extra Recess It seems basic but never...
by Teaching and Caffeine | May 15, 2021 | Teach
When I was 27, I sat next to my grandmother as she took her final breath. It wasn’t easy but it was a promise that I had made to her on the day that we found out she was sick. I don’t make promises I can’t keep. In the days, weeks, and months after she left, I tried...
by Teaching and Caffeine | May 10, 2021 | Teach
The thought of packing your classroom at the end of the year can be intimidating. Regardless of whether you’re moving classrooms or moving buildings, you’re exhausted by the end of the year and packing up your space is the last thing you want to use your energy on. I...
