The holidays are here. You’ve made it through Halloween (a true accomplishment) and Thanksgiving, and now it’s just smooth sailing until Christmas, right? WRONG. Even the most seasoned teachers can…
Holiday Chaos in the Classroom
How to Implement Centers in the Classroom: Part Two
Welcome back to our blog series on all things centers! Check out part one here, where we talked about the most traditional way centers are seen in a classroom setting….
How to Implement Centers in the Classroom: Part One
If you are a primary teacher, you likely run centers in your classroom, or have at some point in the classroom. But maybe… centers feel impossible to you. Maybe they…
Getting Started with Heidisongs.tv
I just subscribed; now what? Welcome to the Heidisongs.TV family! We are so happy you have joined us. If you are new around here, we have so many resources available…
What to Do on the First Day of School – Sample Schedule Included!
What to do on the First Day of School Ready or not, the start of the new year is approaching! Maybe you still have a month to go… great! Save…
Managing Defiant Behaviors in the Classroom
Managing defiant behaviors in the classroom can be a challenge for teachers. Behavior management is one of the most crucial aspects of working with young children. Veteran and new teachers…
When You’re Overloaded with DISRUPTIVE Kids who JUST WON’T STOP!
Have you ever had a class with so many difficult, disruptive students that you felt that you could barely even teach? What can you do to get past it? How…
How to Host a Successful Parent Orientation
Do you know how to host a successful parent orientation night? Whether you are a new teacher or a veteran, talking with parents at the beginning of the year can…
Research That Supports Teaching Nursery Rhymes, plus Two Free Mother Goose Crafts!
Children learn many things from nursery rhymes, and the literacy benefits of learning them can last a lifetime. And research confirms this! Keep reading to find out just a few…
How to Use an Alphabet Letter of the Week Focus Wall with HeidiSongs
Our Letter of the Week Focus Wall Chart is such a fun way to review the alphabet daily! In this post, I will share with you what it looks like…