32. Your First Mini Lesson of the School Year

There are so many things we need to accomplish the first week of school. We need to get to the content but we also need to teach students about how our class will run and build relationships and community too. Now you may feel a bit overwhelmed at this point. Not to worry…in this episode you’ll find the tools you need to do all of these things in one class period and with one mini lesson!You will accomplish four things during your very first mini lesson of the school year:Students will learn the routines of your class to alleviate any anxiety they may have about being in your class and expectations you have.They will feel intrigued (maybe even excited) about you as a teacher and your class. Your class will have opportunities to begin building connections with each other and you. Students will be reading and writing on day one! https://amandawritenow.com/your-first-mini-lesson-of-the-school-year-how-workshop-is-like-playing-fortnite-battle-royale/