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Teacher Thrive

Student-centered learning for busy teachers

Vocabulary and Etymology

As many of you already know, I am a bit of a "word nerd."  I  have always been fascinated with etymology and love sharing this interest with students.  Teaching morphemes (especially prefixes, roots, and suffixes) is one of the most impactful things we can do as educators.  Not only does it empower students to decode unfamiliar words, but it also allows them to understand the subtle nuances of ... Read the Post

Using Digital Math Tiles with Google Classroom

Digital math tiles are hands-on activities that take students’ thinking beyond procedures and rote memorization. These engaging resources activate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while building a true understanding of important math concepts (e.g., place value, fractions, math facts, area & perimeter, and so much more). If you want to read more about why math tiles are ... Read the Post

Sleep Hacks for Stressed-Out and Busy Teachers

It's time to get serious about sleep. You're a teacher, and the reality is, teaching can be stressful and draining. No matter how much you love your job, teaching is not easy. However, there is something that you can do that would not only make teaching easier but will also improve every other aspect of your life--get more and better sleep! Now, I can fill this entire blog post with the science ... Read the Post

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