The Power of Attention Contagion
Have you ever been in the middle of a lesson, fully immersed in teaching, only to notice that one distracted student has somehow pulled the whole class off course? You’re not imagining it—it’s real, and...
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Flexible Thinking Made Fun
Ever had a student melt down because you changed the seating chart? Or seen someone freeze when a project didn’t go the way they expected? That’s where cognitive flexibility—or the lack of it—comes in. Flexible...
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What is Trauma Informed Mindfulness?
It’s not hard to notice that we’re seeing more and more students carrying emotional and mental health challenges into the classroom. Whether it’s trauma from personal experiences, school difficulties, challenges from difficult home environments, or...
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Unlocking Social Skills with EmoQuest
This post is sponsored by EmoQuest. All thoughts are my own. Navigating the world of special education is like being on fully individual journey with each of your students. You’re constantly seeking new tools and...
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Listen Up: Using Kids Podcasts in the Classroom
Let’s talk about one of my favorite modern resources: podcasts. Yes, podcasts aren’t just for adults; there are countless options out there designed specifically for kids. Kids podcasts can transform your classroom environment, enhance learning,...
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10+ Ways Calendars Can Support Students with Anxiety
For many students, particularly those dealing with anxiety, the school environment can feel unpredictable and overwhelming. However, one surprisingly simple tool that can help handle these feelings is a calendar. By using calendars in the...
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10 Ways to Utilize a Time Timer in the Classroom
This post contains affiliate links. Teaching post-pandemic has been a wild ride that we’ve all jumped on even though we never asked for it. Phew! If you’re one of us teachers looking to enhance student...
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5 Strategies to Embed SEL into Academic Content
Social emotional learning (SEL) is an invaluable tool in achieving the seemingly impossible balance of teaching both academic and social skills. When we embed SEL into academic content, we’re promoting self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and a...
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3 Evidence-Based Strategies to Boost Student Focus
We’ve all been there – trying to captivate the attention of a room full of energetic kids. Fostering student focus in the classroom is an art, and lucky for us, it’s backed by science! So,...
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12 Ways to Support Students Living in Non-Traditional Settings
As we champion for inclusive and supportive classrooms, it’s crucial to recognize and uplift students who call nontraditional settings home. Whether it’s a group home, foster care, or another nontraditional arrangement, these kids bring unique...
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