I have been a font snob since I was 14 years old and realized I could download free fonts on my computer in addition to the drab fonts on my family's computer. The first website I found was Fonts for Peas. I have always been obsessed with having cute handwriting (which came in handy when I decided to teach elementary school!) I printed off my favorite fonts I liked and practiced them until they became my own handwriting. Speaking of my ... Read the Post...
10 Teacher Essentials to Add to Your Amazon Cart
Wondering what to add to your cart this Amazon Prime Day? These are the products I can't live without as a teacher! HIMAWARI Teacher Bag This bag is absolutely perfect! It comes in a variety of cute colors and holds everything I need! I've been able to fit 2 laptops, a binder, and papers to grade. Click here to purchase.* MacBook Air I admit it. I live in my laptop. It's how I create all of my lessons, sell ... Read the Post...
All of the Advice You Will Need as a First-Year Teacher
I still get nervous butterflies thinking back to last summer when I was preparing for my dream job as an elementary teacher! I felt extremely excited to create my own classroom, but I was terrified because I didn't know where to start. So if you're in the same boat and looking for some advice, I've got you covered! Here are the best pieces of advice I received when I began my journey as a first year teacher. I hope you find some ... Read the Post...
Organized Teacher Binders
What is a Teacher Binder? My lesson plans are organized inside my teacher binders. I have one for each month and separate binders for larger units. I created some of the lesson plans inside these binders, but many were also purchased from Teachers Pay Teachers with the help of DonorsChoose. Why Teacher Binders? I am beginning year three of my teaching career. So far, my nights have been spent planning from one day to the next. It's ... Read the Post...