Who wants to track summer reading?! Summertime is quickly approaching! I know many teachers ask students to read at home for 20 minutes nightly. I did the same thing when I was in the classroom. But as I’m sure we all know; routines tend to go out the window once summer vacation rolls around. I created free printable summer reading logs to help motivate your child to keep up their reading practice during the summer break from school.
I have been planning for the next school year for months now. The time has been flying by so fast! We are two weeks (8 days after today!) from the end of our homeschool year, and I know many of you out there are winding down your year as well. You likely have already received…
I never imagined I would be a homeschooler. I became one with the intent that it might just be temporary. I have remained a homeschooler (so far), and I am loving it. Seriously loving it. A little background: In 2015, I had my son. He was my first, and likely, will be my only. I…
When kids play, they don’t always realize they are learning. Mastery of phonics skills is critical to develop fluency and comprehension. How do we get kids to practice skills without just sitting and staring at a list of words? We turn it into a game. I created this game years ago (in 2013 actually) when…
I can’t believe it’s already that time again for new Erin Condren Teacher Planners! The year has flown by. Right now, I know things are very uncertain for a lot of people regarding the way they are teaching, their job security, and the well being of their family and friends. Many parents have suddenly become…
I think it’s safe to say that right now most teachers are having to drastically adjust their lesson plans and delivery of instruction. With most schools closed for the next several months, teachers are undoubtedly working even harder than usual to adjust their routines during this unprecedent time. I know many teachers are staying in…