Inspired Teaching Made Easy

Episodes

1. 8

   Teaching with Children's Magazines

   Children's magazines are excellent teaching tools that be used to integrate literacy across the curriculum. In this episode, I discuss the advantages of using magazines in the classroom, as well as where to find them and how to use them to supplement your regular instruction. Show Notes for...

   Sep 6, 2019

   17m
2. 7

   How to Teach Social Skills for Working Together

   When students have trouble working together, it's often because they lack the social skills to interact effectively with others. Fortunately, social skills can be taught just like academic skills. In this episode, I share a 6-step process for teaching social skills that will help your students…

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   Aug 15, 2019

   15m
3. 6

   Tips for Using Attention Signals Effectively

   Attention signals are essential tools for classroom management, and learning to use them effectively might be one of the most important keys to inspired teaching! In this episode, I explain why attention signals are so essential and share examples of signals that teachers love. I also discuss how...

   Aug 8, 2019

   34m
4. 5

   How to Get Dozens of Free Resources for Your Classroom

   Did you know that Scholastic Book Clubs has a fabulous back-to-school deal that makes it possible to get thousands of bonus points with your first order? You can use these points to get dozens of free books and other resources for your classroom. In episode 5, I describe a goal-setting strategy...

   Aug 2, 2019

   27m
5. 4

   I Wish My Teacher Knew

   "I Wish My Teacher Knew" is a simple activity developed by 3rd grade teacher Kyle Schwartz that transformed her classroom. In episode 4, I share how this simple strategy has helped thousands of teachers build relationships with their students, including the story of a 4th grade teacher who put a...

   Jul 30, 2019

   12m
6. 3

   Why You Need a Class Handbook

   Have you ever thought of creating a handbook just for your own classroom? In episode 3, I explain how creating a class handbook can help you kick off a great school year and how it can prevent problems due to miscommunication. I also share loads of ideas about what to include in your handbook…

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   Jul 28, 2019

   23m
7. 2

   How to Get Energized for a New School Year

   Do you get the back-to-school blues when you think about starting a new school year? In episode 2 of Inspired Teaching Made Easy, I share several actionable tips and strategies you can use to get yourself excited and energized for the coming school year! If you would like to discuss this episode...

   Jul 27, 2019

   14m
8. 1

   Inspired Teaching Made Easy Intro

   What is "inspired teaching," and how can we find inspiration in our teaching practice? In this introductory episode, I dive into these topics and explain why I started this podcast. I also explain what you can expect from future episodes of Inspired Teaching Made Easy. If you'd like to discuss…

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   Jul 26, 2019

   20m