Have you ever found a classroom tool and you aren't sure how you ever lived without it? The HUE HD Pro Classroom Camera is one of those tools for me! I have used document cameras in the past, but the HUE camera really blew me away. Here are some of the features I love the most: Plug & Go: You can plug the camera directly into your computer or use the base to have it stand upright. This is amazing for traveling teachers or even just easy storage!Slim Design: Most document cameras I have used are pretty bulky...in fact the one my school provides is on a rolling … [Read more...] about HUE Classroom Camera
The Countdown is ON: End of the Year Ideas
The countdown is on. If you’re a teacher, you know exactly what countdown I’m talking about. THE END OF THE YEAR. Yes, summer break is on the horizon. We can finally envision our days when we will be able to sleep in, drink our coffee before it gets cold, take as long as we want eating our lunch and go to the bathroom when we need to. Yes, those days are almost here. But first, we have to make it to the last day of school. How are you celebrating in your classroom? Are you celebrating? I know there is some controversy about how and when to celebrate or if we even … [Read more...] about The Countdown is ON: End of the Year Ideas
More Amazon Must Haves for Your Classroom
Amazon is my jam. If you follow me on instagram you know I love to share all my favorite amazon find with you all! A couple of years ago I did a blog post about the Top 10 must haves from Amazon. Well, my list has grown each year so I wanted to add to that list! Here are MORE Amazon must haves for your classroom: 1. Magnetic Numbers Well these are life changing! I am so bad about changing out the date. These magnetic numbers make it super easy to quickly change the number. You can even have a student help! Plus, they are big, bold, and easy to read! 2. Velcro … [Read more...] about More Amazon Must Haves for Your Classroom
Using Podcasts in the Classroom
Podcasts in the classroom are so fun and engaging! Have you jumped on the podcast train yet?! Whether you're listening to your own podcasts on the way to work or you are finding ways to get your students listening-they're blowing up! I had seen many teachers talk about using podcasts in the classroom a few times on instagram and read a few articles about it online, but wasn't quite sure how I personally wanted to incorporate them into our day in the classroom. I think I have found a great system that works for us so I wanted to share! Benefits of Podcasts in the … [Read more...] about Using Podcasts in the Classroom
Why Anchor Charts are a must in Every Classroom
Amy Groesbeck is a teacher in Texas with experience in 3rd and 2nd grade. She received a degree in Elementary Education from Texas State University, where she also earned a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Her greatest passion in teaching is instilling a curiosity for learning, while cultivating an environment where creativity and self-discovery takes place every day. Amy shares creative teaching resources and classroom management tips on her educational blog, TheAnimatedTeacher.com. This year, Amy is enjoying being a stay-at-home mom, as she continues to … [Read more...] about Why Anchor Charts are a must in Every Classroom
5 Apps to Help Make Your Life Easier: Part 1
Today's episode covers five apps that will make your teaching life easier and these are my personal favorite apps that I use and that I love and I think that it’s so good to be constantly finding new things out there that can help us with time, or help us stay organized, or help our teaching life or things in the classroom go smoother and to be easier for us as teachers. Alright, so let’s get started. I have five apps that I absolutely love and use that I want to share with you. You may have heard of one or two of them but I’m hoping that there’s a couple in here that … [Read more...] about 5 Apps to Help Make Your Life Easier: Part 1