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This holiday trail mix recipe is a staple in our family. We make it every year! It's easy to make and needs just five simple ingredients. It's a recipe the whole family can make together. Plus it makes a great gift too!

December

Holiday Trail Mix Recipe

A new year means turning the page on the calendar for a fresh start. It also usually means reflection and resolutions. And no place can a fresh start have a bigger impact than in your classroom. Whether you teach PreK, Kindergarten, First Grade, or higher you'll find ideas to give you a new outlook and invigorated energy. Here are 10 new year's resolutions for teachers that will inspire you to start January off with a bang!

January

10 New Year’s Resolutions for Teachers

Dealing with upset parents is one of the hardest parts of being a teacher. But you don't need to fear them if you have the tools to diffuse these situations and turn them into an opportunity to problem solve as a team. Here are some tips to help you interact with upset parents successfully and professionally. These are great for parent teacher conferences or even over the phone.

Working with Parents

Dealing with Upset Parents

Are you looking for inexpensive and easy-to-implement student rewards that kids will love? But don’t want to shower your students with junky prizes or sweet treats? Here you'll find ideas for student rewards that are FREE and are NOT food related! They are perfect for any PreK, kindergarten, or first grade classroom.

Classroom Management

5 Clever Ways to Reward Your Students Without Stuff

When a new student starts in the middle of the year, it can be a challenge for everyone, especially the new student! Being prepared and making new students feel welcome are the keys to a smooth transition. Here are 10 easy to implement ideas to help you prepare for a new student and making them feel like part of your classroom family.

Classroom Management

Making New Students Feel Welcome

3 Rules for Stress-Free Classroom Parties

Teacher Life

3 Rules for Stress-Free Classroom Parties

Easy End of The Year Teacher Gift Idea

June/July | May | Teacher Life

Easy End of the Year Teacher Gift

9 Tips for Switching Grade Levels

April | June/July | May | School Life & Colleagues

9 Tips for Switching Grade Levels

Spring Break Tips for Teachers

April | March | Teacher Life

Spring Break Tips for Teachers

Mini erasers make classroom learning so much fun. Kids love them and so do teachers. But how do you store all of those mini erasers? Click through to read about a space saving organizational project that will have all of your mini erasers at your fingertips!

August | June/July | Teacher Life

Mini Eraser Storage Solution for the Classroom

Finding Work Life Balance as a Teacher During the Holidays

December | November | Teacher Life

Finding Work Life Balance as a Teacher During the Holidays

DIY Easy and Cheap Erasers for Whiteboards

August | Teacher Life

DIY Easy and Cheap Erasers for Whiteboards