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The Inspired Teacher's Guide

by Laura Wooldridge and Kim Wilkins

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher's Guide where we hope to inspire the whole teacher from lifestyle to classroom and beyond. Our goal is to provide guidance and insights for teachers at every stage of their career. Co-hosts Laura Wooldridge and Kimberly Wilkins invite you to join us as we explore all the content of the Teacher’s Guide.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 46: The Power of Executive Functioning: How It Shapes Learning and Behavior with Tera Sumpter

    Tera Sumpter is a wife, mother of three, author, founder of Seeds of Learning® LLC, and Speech-Language Pathologist with specialized experience in the areas of reading, executive functioning and learning disabilities. She is an international presenter on cognitive processing and executive...

  2. Episode: 46: The Power of Executive Functioning: How It Shapes Learning and Behavior with Tera Sumpter

    summaryThis conversation explores the intricate relationship between learning, executive function, and cognitive processing in children. The speakers discuss various aspects of literacy development, including phonemic awareness, visual imagery processing, and the importance of creating robust...

  3. Episode 45: Professional Text! Reading Recommendations: Subject by Subject

    This week, we are discussing more professional text ideas. Kim and I shared books that have made a significant impact on our lives as teachers. You'll find math, writing, Social Studies, reading, and more recommendations! Please share this podcast with others. Happy Reading! Links to our...

  4. Episode 44: Professional Text! Reading Recommendations: Part One

    This week, we've turned our attention to the reading of professional text. Kim and I shared books that have made a significant impact on our lives as teachers. You'll find parenting, coaching, management, and instruction recommendations! Please share this podcast with others. Happy Reading! Link…

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  5. Episode 43: Books! Summer Reading Recommendations: Part Two

    We continue our conversation about books on this week's episode. Kim shared book recommendations, some old, some new, some for adults, some for kids of all ages, etc... Don't worry about taking notes. We have the links to all the books in this Google Doc. Click here. Enjoy!

  6. Episode 42: Books! Summer Reading Recommendations: Part One

    We are looking forward to a slower pace for summer. In this episode, Laura shared book recommendations, some old, some new, some for adults, some for kids, etc... Don't worry about taking notes. We have the links to all the books in this Google Doc. Click here. Enjoy!

  7. Episode 41: Meltdowns- What they are and what to do with Lindsay Kane

    Listeners! Wow! This is a great episode! Our brilliant friend, Lindsay Kane, joined us again on the podcast. This week is all about meltdowns. She shared so much great information AND lots of resources (see below). Please consider reading a book she suggested and review the slides with some...

  8. Episode 40: Trauma Informed and Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices with Lindsay Kane

    Oh, Listeners! This is a great one that needs to be shared with everyone- administrators, fellow teachers, parents, coaches of Little League, church teachers, etc... Lindsay Kane, a licensed professional counselor who treats folks with autism, ADHD, and complex trauma in private practice in…

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  9. Episode 39: Be very aware...

    This week's episode contains a challenge that will positively impact you not only at school, but at home. Please share with everyone you know!

  10. Episode 38: Finishing Strong

    The end of the school year is fast approaching! You can do this! Tips for finishing strong are shared in this episode. Show Notes: Laura Tremaine- Band-Aids Podcast Jen Hatmaker- May

  11. Episode 37: Building Relationships: Meaningful Connections at Home and School: Part Three

    Show Notes: All Amazon Links are affiliate links Atlas of the Heart https://www.kellycorrigan.com Tell Me More

  12. Episode 36: Building Relationships: Meaningful Connections at Home and School: Part Two

    Show Notes: All Amazon Links are affiliate links Atlas of the Heart Love Does Love Does for Kids Dare to Lead

  13. Episode 35: Building Relationships: Meaningful Connections at Home and School: Part One

    Show Notes: All Amazon Links are affiliate links Atlas of the Heart Transforming School Culture by Muhammed, not Whitaker! Sorry! Kate Bowler

  14. Episode 34: Student Strengths

    This week, Kim shared information about the different kinds of strengths we have as humans. These most likely are not the strengths that come to your mind first. Kim highlights that these strengths come easily to students with characteristics of Dyslexia, but they also can be exhibited in any of...

  15. Episode 33: The Yellow Brick Road of Reflection

    Today's episode is all about reflection. We dig deep by walking through a process that can be applied to your personal and professional life.

  16. Episode 32: Accommodating and Supporting Students with Dyslexia

    This is a great one! Easy to implement strategies. Please share with all of the teachers and parents you know would benefit from adding a few more tools to their pockets. Learning Ally Google Add On- Read Write Bookshare

  17. Episode 31: A Conversation about Dyslexia

    David Kilpatrick Book with One Minute Interventions This link is an Affiliate Link

  18. Episode 30: Gaining Insight from Experts in School Psychology

    In this session, we learned from experts in the field of educational psychology. Tips for parents and teachers were shared. Enjoy! Show Notes: Atlas of the Heart All Amazon Links are Affliate Links.

  19. Episode 29: Analyzing Behavior and Planning Responses in the Classroom and at Home

    In this episode, we share information that will inform and equip you to be a more responsive teacher concerning behavior. This information is an episode for everyone, so please share it with your teacher friends, and friends outside of school. Enjoy! Show Notes: https://genesight.com Win-Win...

  20. Episode 28: ADHD: Strategies to Help at Home and School

    This week's episode will empower you with strategies to help those you know with ADHD. These strategies can be activated both at home and school. Please share this podcast with others! Show Notes: Understood.org Attitudemag.com Jessica McCabe- YouTube CHADD.org

  21. Episode 27: ADHD

    This episode is loaded with information your brain and heart need to know about ADHD. We encourage you to share this episode with everyone! Show Notes Mel Robbins Mel Robbins- Episode about Reflecting on the past year and planning for 2024 Guide we referred to about reflecting and planning…

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  22. Episode 26: Setting Goals with Chris Moyer

    Happy New Year! We are releasing our episode early this week in honor of the new year. Chris Moyer joined us on the podcast to discuss setting goals. Chris shared great information for you to consider when setting goals and planning for growth in your professional and personal life. We know that...

  23. Episode 25: Co-teaching with Debbie Fleming, Arkansas Director of the Co-teaching Project

    Listeners- Get ready for a FABULOUS episode! Debbie shares so much fantastic information to help you in implementing or refining your practice of co-teaching. https://arcoteaching.com/ [email protected]

  24. Episode 24: Fantastic Resources to Empower and Equip the Whole You!

    Today's episode is short and hopefully sweet! A few AMAZING resources are provided to you to help empower you at home and school. Sissy Goff- https://www.instagram.com/sissygoff/ Books- https://amzn.to/3RcFWdu David Thomas- Books- https://amzn.to/3GBdpJr Sissy and David-...

  25. Episode 23: Balancing Motherhood and Teaching with Lexie Mitchell

    What a lovely conversation this is! Lexie shared fantastic advice for pregnant and new moms. So much of the information she shared is excellent for anyone. Please share this episode with any teacher you know who is pregnant or has recently had a baby. This is also a great listen for anyone who is...

  26. Episode 22: Co-Teaching with Jade McDaniel

    Jade McDaniel joined us to discuss Co-Teaching! She gave great tips and background information about this model of instruction. Enjoy!

  27. Episode 21: Tools to Help Your Students and Classroom Grow (Part Two)

    Show Notes: All Learning is Social and Emotional Learning Bird by Bird The Next Right Thing Podcast *Amazon Links are affiliate links.

  28. Episode 20: Cognitive Regulation: Tools to Help Your Students and Classroom Grow

    Square Breathing- Natalie’s Episode- Episode TenPray.com AppAll Learning is Social and Emotional LearningReciprocal Teaching Strategy Cards Brene Brown- Atlas of the Heart*Amazon Links are affiliate links.

  29. Episode 19: Bringing Peace to You and Your Classroom

    We can’t wait for you to listen to this episode. Lesley Hobbs joined us to share how to bring peace into our lives. Who doesn’t need that! We discussed how to integrate the peace practices with others- this could be in your classroom or in your home. This episode is an Everyone Episode- please...

  30. Episode 18: Voices from the Classroom with Lauren Cleek

    This episode is the first series we will add to occasionally. We are calling this series Voices from the Classroom. Kim and I know how valuable hearing from others is. We hope listening to others will inspire you with ideas and information. Lauren Cleek joined us for today’s episode. She is full…

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  31. Episode 17: Tips for Managing Stress

    Do you ever experience stress? Of course, you do! This week, we discussed how to address stress. This is an Everyone Episode. Please ask a friend to listen and discuss what you learned. This friend can also be your accountability partner for implementing something you learned. Burnout- I cannot...

  32. Episode 16: Content-Specific Engagement Strategies

    Ten more engagement strategies are shared in this week's episode. In this conversation, we shared content-specific strategies. Please share this episode with teachers in your building! Probable Passage Nonfiction Sorting Page Description of Strategy Partner Reading Power Writing Jeff Anderson Boy...

  33. Episode 15: Engagement Strategies!

    If you want strategy ideas for your classroom, this is your week! We each shared some of our favorite strategies to incorporate into any content area. Thank you for listening! Interactive Modeling Building Thinking Classrooms Table Mat Total Participation Techniques Kagan Kagan Cooperative…

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  34. Episode 14: A Conversation about Student Engagement with Dr. Renee Calhoon

    On this episode, we dig DEEP into student engagement. Our guest is one of our favorite friends and co-workers, Dr. Renee Calhoon. We discuss some of the most important research about the topic. Some of our favorite ways to engage are also shared. The I used to think topic will also focus on...

  35. Episode 13: Understanding Behavior: Emotional Regulation

    The content of today’s episode will help you dig deeper in understanding and supporting behavior. The topic is emotional regulation. The information shared can help you as an individual and help you support your students in regulating their emotions. This episode is an Everybody Episode. Please...

  36. Episode 12: Cute and Comfy: Fall Edition with Reesa Hensley

    In this episode, we discussed fall fashion that is cute and comfortable, skincare, places to shop, and more! There are tons of links listed for you on this Google Doc. Enjoy! Click here for links: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ml5NaBwfED5_9dv3xlpWNGiR-5dLHXzpbfRgnxv9Zzs/edit?usp=sharing

  37. Episode 11: Getting and Staying Healthy with Lindsay Sheets, APRN

    On this episode, we had the opportunity to discuss getting and staying healthy with Lindsay Sheets, APRN. Lindsay covered multiple topics: diet, supplements, exercise, mental health. boundaries, and sleep. Our I used to know segment is focused on detoxing. We know you will be inspired with an…

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  38. Episode Ten: Supporting Student Mental Health Needs with Natalie Bland, LCSW

    Natalie Bland, LSCW, joined us to discuss how we can support the mental health needs of our students. On this episode, you will find practical advice and tips to implement immediately. We are so thankful that Natalie shared her expertise with us! Please rate and review our podcast. Also, please...

  39. Episode Nine: The Wellness Wheel with Amy Thomas, LCSW

    Welcome! Amy has returned to the podcast to share even more fantastic information with you. In this episode, she introduces The Wellness Wheel. The Wellness Wheel illustrates a wellness model with different dimensions: emotional, intellectual, physical, social, environmental, financial, work, and...

  40. Episode 8: Classroom Management- The Power of Composure with Amy Thomas, Mental Health Consultant and LCSW

    Wow! Get ready to learn so much! Episode Eight is fantastic. Amy Thomas joined us to really dig into classroom management. If you have questions, please send them our way on Messenger or Insta! https://consciousdiscipline.com Iceberg and Behavior- One of the most powerful visuals in my mind....

  41. Episode Seven: The First Day of School

    Happy New School Year! In this episode, we focused on the first day of school. We walked you through a process to attack this year with intention and positivity. Ideas for this very important day are shared. We hope you are inspired by the conversation.

  42. Episode 6: Back to School Q and A

    Happy Wednesday! This week is all about answering questions posed to us on social media. We covered...Grading. Transition Times. Changing Classes. Classroom Must Haves. Shining Positivity and Light. Parent Communication. Imposter Syndrome. Preventing Burnout, and more! We had fun while we tackled...

  43. A Bonus! Episode Five: Meal Ideas

    Kim and I discussed our favorite easy, quick, and delicious recipes. Breakfast, lunch, supper, and potluck ideas are shared. We also discussed our favorite cookbooks and food people to follow on social media. The I used to think myth for this episode focuses on studying techniques. You may be...

  44. Episode Four: Understanding Behavior with Angie Branch

    Welcome! Episode Four is focused on behavior. We interviewed Angie Branch, who has been researching and implementing her learning as a parent and teacher. Angie shares her experience, important information, and practical advice. This episode is beneficial to anyone that is a human. :-) Please…

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  45. Episode Three: Organization with Sebree Bird

    Welcome! Episode Three is focused on organization. High School Business Teacher and Organization Guru Sebree Bird, joins us to discuss organization. Over fifteen ideas to keep the whole teacher organized will be shared. Our "I used to think" topic is... Don't smile until December. After…

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  46. Episode Two: Setting Up the Classroom

    Welcome! Episode Two is focused on setting up the classroom. We think that no matter where you teach or wherever you are in your teaching career, you will be inspired by an idea. We had some sound difficulties on this episode, including missing intro music. We apologize and are working on…

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  47. Episode One: Systems and Structure for the New School Year

    Happy New School Year! In this episode, Kim and I activate a little process called refraction. We take time to reflect on the last school year and encourage you to do so too. As the episode reaches the halfway point, we discuss ideas we have to establish systems and structures that will improve...

  48. Introduction Episode

    Hello! We are so excited you are joining us. This episode introduces you to the basics of The Inspired Teacher's Guide. You will learn about the hosts, what content will be shared, who this podcast is for (you are included), and how we hope to inspire you. Thank you for listening!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher's Guide where we hope to inspire the whole teacher from lifestyle to classroom and beyond. Our goal is to provide guidance and insights for teachers at every stage of their career. Co-hosts Laura Wooldridge and Kimberly Wilkins invite you to join us as we explore all the content of the Teacher’s Guide.

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