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I enjoy teaching, and you can too!

After 35 years teaching upper elementary students, I still love it. What’s the recipe for a long, fulfilling career? To survive, happy teachers organize, plan, and simplify. To thrive, they learn, engage, and dive in. Read on for ideas, tutorials, and inspiration to enjoy teaching.

Brenda Kovich, NBCT

6 Steps to Enjoy Teaching

Teachers Are Ultimately Responsible for Student Learning

December 6, 2018

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Student learning. Whose responsibility is it anyway? Unfortunately, this question can cause a lot of finger pointing. Read on for three reasons that explain why teachers are responsible. (more…)

How to Deal with Difficult Students in the Classroom

November 29, 2018

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Classroom Management, Enjoy Teaching, Organize

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Wondering how to deal with difficult students in the classroom? Yep, they can ruin a school year. To prevent that, take these steps. First, use proactive strategies to fend off…

Teacher Survival Tips: How to Reduce Grading

November 22, 2018

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Reduce grading. Save your sanity! Just take two simple steps. First, grade strategically. Second, assign less. Save time and do what you were meant to do – teach! (more…)

Decorating Your Classroom Sucks Up Valuable Time

November 15, 2018

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It’s time to stop decorating your classroom. Sure, it’s important to put your best face forward. But displaying works better – and takes less time. Just make a simple shift…

Grateful Teachers Truly Enjoy Teaching

November 8, 2018

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Grateful teachers. Is this an oxymoron? Every day, teachers face monumental challenges. Consequently, they become stressed out – and sometimes demoralized. Fortunately, there’s a cure. What is it? Gratitude. (more…)

Student Contracts Offer Simple Ways to Solve Problems

October 31, 2018

Brenda Kovich

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Student contracts can solve classroom problems. When a child is floundering, try this. First, schedule a three-way meeting. Discuss problems in a kind, matter-of-fact way. Second, as a group, create…

This Is the Perfect Way to Track Student Behavior

October 24, 2018

Brenda Kovich

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Track student behavior the quick and easy way! To collect data and evidence, you need this trick. Instead of journaling, create a checklist. First, determine targeted behaviors. Next, use the…

How to Make a Classroom Seating Chart

October 18, 2018

Brenda Kovich

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Wondering how to make a classroom seating chart that’s just right for you? A teacher down the hall has embraced flexible seating. Your next-door neighbor uses tables. But not you.…

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Ideas, Tools, and Expert Advice
to Get the Most Out of Teaching

I enjoy teaching, and you can too!

Teachers Are Ultimately Responsible for Student Learning

How to Deal with Difficult Students in the Classroom

Teacher Survival Tips: How to Reduce Grading

Decorating Your Classroom Sucks Up Valuable Time

Grateful Teachers Truly Enjoy Teaching

Student Contracts Offer Simple Ways to Solve Problems

This Is the Perfect Way to Track Student Behavior

How to Make a Classroom Seating Chart

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Ideas, Tools, and Expert Adviceto Get the Most Out of Teaching

I enjoy teaching, and you can too!

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Ideas, Tools, and Expert Advice
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