Education To The Core: Where The Primary Things Are

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I have a special treat for us in this episode!  I brought the entire team of our monthly Social Studies units in to chat!  That's right the entire team is here to talk about everything Social Studies! Hear about why these units came to be…as well as other topics like what is included in this resource? How do we teach it?  Why we should be teaching social studies and so much more, then this is the episode for you!   Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Social Studies - Community and Citizenship  Social Studies - Needs and Wants Social Studies - Past and Present

Forming a community I think is one of every teacher's goals within their classrooms.  Community begins a level of trust and rapport building among you and your students as well as student to student.  Relationships are nurtured, students begin to take risks and open up both emotionally and academically.  However, this doesn't happen overnight. The topic of community is also typically the beginning steps of a social studies curriculum.   Are you looking for ways to teach community and citizenship to your primary students while instilling a sense of community within the classroom?  Well, you're in luck because this episode is for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/08/teaching-community-citizenship-to-primary-students/  Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Social Studies Unit Community and Citizenship  Editable Names Morning Meeting Slides  Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Back to School Toolkit Fearless Kindergarten Teachers Fearless First Grade Teachers Fearless Second Grade Teachers Education to the Core on Instagram

Are you ready to take care of yourself this school year?  Yes, that may involve some mental health days.  However, are you worried about the time required to create all of those sub-plans?!?  Stop right there because I am about to share Sarah Cason's “Prepping for a Sub in 15 Minutes or Less”. Yes, you heard that correctly…only 15 minutes!  So if you are looking for a resource that will de-stress, save time and ensure a true mental health day then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/08/6-activities-to-build-listening-comprehension/  Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Emergency Substitute Plans Transformation Station Editable Spelling Activities I Spy Phonics Color By Number

Do you feel that your students need some additional practice in their listening skills?   Haha… I know right?  Who doesn't?!?  Some students may struggle with listening and focusing on a speaker while understanding and comprehending what they heard. Perhaps that student isn't a true behavior problem, they just didn't hear your directives. Suzanne Kelley has some great ideas for you!  Are you Looking for some great ideas to build listening comprehension this school year? This is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/08/6-activities-to-build-listening-comprehension/  Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Listen and Color Kindergarten Monthly Packets First Grade Monthly Packets First Grade Literacy Centers Second Grade Literacy Centers No Prep Monthly Mini-Books Phonics Based Poems with Comprehension I Have, Who Has Resource Blogs: 30 Reading Comprehension Activities for K/1 Digital Reading Comprehension Activities for Primary Students 18 Elementary Comprehension Activities Facebook Groups: Fearless First Grade Teachers Facebook Group, Fearless Kindergarten Teachers Group, Fearless Second Grade Group

Are you ready for the upcoming school year?  How about are you prepared for the area of Math yet?!  Ha, me neither!  However, don't worry because Education to the Core is planning for you with these 20 Math Activities to Start the New School Year! Looking for some new and fun Math activities to sprinkle throughout this upcoming school year? This is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/07/20-math-activities-to-start-the-new-school-year/  Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Math Warm-Ups Math Centers Math Focus Wall Addition Color By Number Addition Story Problems 2-Digit Addition Practice Doubles Dominoes I Spy Addition Subtracting Zero Subtraction 0-20 File Folder Race I Spy Math – Subtraction 0-10 Subtracting Two (0-10) Place Value Review – Time Clip Cards Data and Graphing Comparing Numbers 2D or 3D Shape Blogs Mentioned: Math Read Alouds and No Prep Math Activities Facebook Community of Fearless Second Grade, Fearless First Grade, or Fearless Kindergarten groups Teaching Tiny Humans email course

Are you ready for the upcoming school year?  Yeah, me either!  However, Education to the Core has your back because In this episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's 17 Tips to Start the School Year Off Right.  If you are wondering what are some things you can do now to prep for the upcoming school year, but still enjoy the rest of your summer vacation? Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/06/17-tips-to-start-the-school-year-off-right/ Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Kindergarten Fearless Facebook Group First Grade Fearless Facebook Group Second Grade Fearless Facebook Group Math Centers ELA Centers Back to School Toolkit Teaching Tiny Humans Free Email Course Sound Wall Morning Meeting Digital Slides Editable Sub Binder CORE Binder Professional Development Series:  Beyond the Running Record Have you Heard? Sound Walls are the Word Small Groups… Big Impact!  

Are you ready for Back to School or Meet the Teacher Night?!?  It will be here before we know it and I need some tips for this upcoming school year!  Thanks to Janessa Fletcher because I am about to share her blog on 17 Tips to Meet the Teacher Night! Looking for some new and fun activities for this special occasion? This is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/08/17-tips-for-meet-the-teacher-night/ Grab your Premium Membership here! Resources Highlight and Links from Podcast: Meet the Teacher Scavenger Hunt First Day of School Signs Back to School Toolkit I Spy Phonics I Spy Early Literacy I Spy Math Back to School Craft "All About Me” Letter “All About Me” page CORE Binder

In this literary episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's 25 Must-Reads for Teachers This Summer.  I feel personally that teachers are more likely to dust off those books we've been waiting all year to read.  Whether your lying by the pool, on the beach or just curled up with your pets on the couch.  If you are looking for some excellent titles and reads this summer, then this is the episode for you.  Then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/06/25-must-reads-for-teachers-this-summer/

In this much needed episode, I will be sharing Suzanne Kelley's 30 Ways for Teachers to Recover This Summer. I can be a little honest with you right now… I'm exhausted.  Professionally, personally, the end of the year got to me hardcore, so I need some ideas to recover.  Even if you feel you are in a good space and place right now, everyone deserves the opportunity to take some time for themselves and do the things that they enjoy!  Looking for some ideas to recover this summer?  Then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/05/30-ways-for-teachers-to-recover-this-summer/

In this timely episode, I will be sharing Suzanne Kelley's 25 Activities to Avoid the Summer Slide.  The summer slide is real Teaching Trailblazers, we all have to deal with it that first week back to school. Let's face it...We ALL deserve a much-needed break over the summer (teachers and students alike), however, what can we do to prepare students and retain information?  If you are looking for answers to those questions, then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures, and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/06/25-activities-to-avoid-the-summer-slide/

In this summery episode, I will be sharing Korryna Sanchez's 55 Things Teachers are Looking Forward to this Summer.  As teachers we often look forward to various things throughout the school year.  A special celebration, the first day of school, holiday breaks, Fridays, an exam day because you just know your students understood that last lesson, and yes… summer break!  What are some things you are looking forward to this summer? Our Teaching Trailblazers spoke up and shared what their plans were…so  If you are looking for some ideas of what you could be doing personally and professionally…  Then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/06/55-things-teachers-are-looking-forward-to-this-summer/

 In this awesome episode, I will be Education to the Core's Summer Activity Packets for Primary Students. Are you looking for some fun, engaging summer review packets?  Whether you are tutoring this summer, teaching summer school or ESY, or even thinking about some review during those first few weeks of the next school year. This is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/06/summer-activity-packets-for-primary-students/

In this fun end of the year episode, I will be sharing Sarah Poquette's 15 End of the Year Spirit Days.  This episode will be jammed pack with fun spirit days to make the end of the year memorabel. So…  If you are looking for some fun and engaging activities to make the end of the year special this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/05/15-end-of-the-year-spirit-days/

 In this helpful episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's 15 of the Best Classroom Pack Up Hacks!  Its that time of the year where we are all starting to clean and pack up our rooms preparing for summer break.  Don't feel stressed, because if you are looking for some time savers and pack up hacks, this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/05/15-of-the-best-classroom-pack-up-hacks/

In this resourceful episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher and My I Spy Resources blog.  Are you looking for some engaging and fun activities for the end of the year?  Finding yourself searching for academic review work to do while you are completing 1:1 assessments with your students? Or let's be honest, just trying to fill the time to not have you go insane as the end of the year is approaching?  THAT'S OKAY!  We have the resources for you! Find the answers to these questions and more because this is the episode for you with some resources that will blow your mind! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/04/i-spy-resources/

In this very special episode, I will be sitting down with Jasmine Shegog, children's book author to discuss her books and how they can be incorporated into the classroom. Join in the conversation with Jasmine and me to not only find some new possible children's books for your library but also dive into the world of diversity and social-emotional learning.  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/04/education-to-the-cores-childrens-book-author-spotlight-jasmine-shegog/

In this awesome episode, I will sharing 25 Activities to Teach Place Value.  Let's face it...once we teach place value… the concept continues to spiral back into our math lessons until well the end of time.  We use the concept of place value to tie in multi-digit addition/subtraction, comparing numbers, sequencing and so much more.  However, just reviewing place value, in general, may get a little tedious and a bit boring.  Looking to spice up your next place value lesson?  Trying to find engaging place value activities and lessons?  Well, this is the episode for you!  https://educationtothecore.com/2022/02/25-activities-to-teach-place-value/ 

In this very special episode, I will be sitting down with Pamela Tuck, children's book author to discuss her books and how they can be incorporated into the classroom. Pamela's books are full of heart, inspiration, theme, and more!  If you are looking for some possible new children's books for your library, look no further, this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/03/education-to-the-cores-childrens-book-author-spotlight-pamela-tuck/ 

In this episode, I will be sharing 23 Classroom Activities for Dental Health Month. Ready to celebrate Dental Awareness this month?  Even though February is quickly coming to an end, there is still time to celebrate.  Also, there are some great resources and activities for year-round health and hygiene lessons too!  Looking for how to bring health and hygiene into your classroom with some cross-curricular ideas?!? Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/02/23-classroom-activities-for-dental-health-month/

In this episode, I will be sharing Madison Patten's 30 Amazing Teacher Discounts. Ready to do some shopping, but save tons while doing it?  Finding your up-and-coming spring wardrobe or some serious self-care for you? This is the episode for you!   For text, pictures, and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/02/30-amazing-teacher-discounts/ 

In this seasonal and scientific episode, I will be sharing Kirstin Halverson's 17 Weather Activities for the Primary Classroom!  Are you looking to incorporate some fun science lessons relating to weather? Or perhaps looking for some fun and engaging hands-on experiments?  Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/02/17-weather-activities-for-the-primary-classroom/

It is time to get those creative writing juices flowing with this episode,  because I will be sharing Kristen Halverson's 23 Books for Teaching Writing.  Are you looking for some new writing activities to embed within your instruction? Or maybe you are looking for that perfect book to go along with your theme or lesson outcome? Either way, this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/08/23-books-for-teaching-writing/

In this great episode, I will be sharing Sarah Poquette's Teacher New Years Resolutions. Are you still looking for ideas for a New Year's Resolution?  Or you want to find out what other teachers are planning for 2022.  Then this is the episode for you!  Premium Membership: https://premium.educationtothecore.com/ For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/01/teacher-new-years-resolutions/ 

In this reflective episode, I will be sharing my thoughts on how to Make 2022 a more equitable year for not only your classroom but the school community as well. Will this be an exhaustive list of ideas, absolutely not.  However, if you are looking to make your classroom more equitable throughout the year this is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/01/making-2022-an-equitable-year/

Kristin Halverson will be joining me in this jam-packed episode to cover Making the Most Out of Your Sound Wall. Where we highlight the newest resource just released from Education to the Core. If you are wondering what is included within a sound wall, how to utilize it, activities, ideas, and even storage options… then this is the episode for you! Sound Wall: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Sound-Wall-Wall-Kit-Teaching-Resources-Phonics-Centers-Activities-7597163 

In this perfectly timed episode, I will be sharing 15 Fun Ways to Review Rules and Procedures After a Break. What is the first thing most educators plan on their return from a long break? You guessed it by reviewing their expectations and school/classroom rules.  Are you looking for ideas and activities to not only address these plans but ensure students are actively engaged?  Then this is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/12/15-fun-ways-to-review-rules-and-procedures-after-a-break/

In this awesome episode, I will be walking through Sarah Poquette's 9 Ideas for Your Next Personal Day! Looking for some great ideas that will ease your mind for your next day off? Or wondering what to do on that next personal day? Then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode. Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/9-ideas-for-your-next-personal-day/

In this truthful episode, I will be sharing my views on 2021! Looking for a teacher's honest reflection of 2021? Then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode. Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/a-teachers-reflection-of-2021/ Premium Website: https://premium.educationtothecore.com/

In this fun and snow-filled episode, I will be sharing 25 Cross-Curricular Snow Activities! Looking to bring some winter activities into your classroom?  Bring the snow outdoors indoor with some fun cross-curricular hands-on activities with this fun-filled episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog:https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/25-cross-curricular-snow-activities/

In this useful episode, I will be walking through Madison Patten's 15 Social Skills and Classroom Management Activities! Looking for some great activities to add to your social skills lessons?  Or perhaps you are adding tools to that classroom management bag of yours? Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog:https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/15-social-skills-and-classroom-management-activities/

In this humorous episode, I will be sharing Suzanne Kelly's blog: “Things NOT to say to teachers in December. The holiday season is quickly approaching and is often a time for individuals to reflect and show their appreciation for one another. However, teachers are stretched thin and Suzy hit it on the head with these following statements of things We, as Educators, DON”T Want to hear this month! If you are looking for not only some humor and giggles but also some validation in your feelings… then, this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/things-not-to-say-to-teachers-in-december/ Premium Membership: https://premium.educationtothecore.com/

In this fun episode, I will be sharing the rest of the 40 Games to Play at the End of the Day!  Here is part 2 of 2, if you did not get an opportunity to hear part 1 yet, be sure to check it out for more fun! If you are looking for even more engaging games to play at the end of the day, this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/40-games-to-play-at-the-end-of-the-day/

In this fun episode, I will be sharing 20 Games to Play at the End of the Day!  Wait a second…20?  I thought the title said 40!?!  Yes, there are 40, but this blog is just so jammed packed with fun that I think it deserves two episodes for this one!  So here is part 1 of 2, so be sure to tune in to the second episode as well to hear some more fun!  If you are looking for some fun and engaging games to play at the end of the day, or even throughout the day, this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/40-games-to-play-at-the-end-of-the-day/

In this holiday episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's Student Holiday Gifts that Won't Break the Bank blog. Are you getting in the holiday season and looking to get something for your students this year?  Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/12/student-holiday-gifts-that-wont-break-the-bank/  Premium Membership: https://premium.educationtothecore.com/

In this amusing episode, I will be sharing Suzanne Kelly's Phrases We ALL Hear in the Classroom blog. Do you have a saying you are constantly referring to or saying on repeat?  Or want to find out what other teachers are saying and hearing in their classrooms?... Then this is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/12/phrases-we-all-hear-in-the-classroom/ 

In this all too relatable episode, I will be sharing 15 Strategies for the Student Who just Can't Sit Still. Do you have that student or students that just won't or can't sit still? Whether they are fidgeting in their seat not paying attention or constantly moving around the room. Perhaps you have a student that prefers and asks to stand at their desk or kneel on their seat while they work. If you are looking for ideas and strategies for that student that just can't sit still, then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode. Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/11/15-strategies-for-the-student-who-cant-sit-still/ Free Behavior Course: https://educationtothecore.com/behavior-course 

In this mindful episode, I will be sharing my and Carolyn Bryan's conversation about Mindfulness and Movement in the Classroom from ETTC's YouTube Series “Teaching Trailblazers with Chris from ETTC. It is so important to keep you in mind going into the holiday season. If you are looking for some mindful activities, whether it be movement breaks, brain breaks, breathing exercises, and more... Then this is the episode for you! Be mindful for this is part two of two. If you haven't listened to episode 1 yet, please pause on this episode and check out episode 40 of this podcast!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode. Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/11/mindfulness-and-movement-teaching-trailblazers-vlog/

In this mindful episode, I will be sharing my and Carolyn Bryan's conversation about Mindfulness and Movement in the Classroom from ETTC's YouTube Series “Teaching Trailblazers with Chris from ETTC. It is so important to keep you in mind going into the holiday season. If you are looking for some mindful activities, whether it be movement breaks, brain breaks, breathing exercises, and more... Then this is the episode for you! Be mindful for this is part one of two. Check back next episode for Part 2! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode. Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/11/mindfulness-and-movement-teaching-trailblazers-vlog/

In this fun episode, I will be sharing a quiz for you to take...don't worry it won't be graded though!  Find out if you are an Introverted Teacher with Janessa Fletcher's Are You an Introvert Teacher? Take the Quiz blog.  If you are in the mood to take a fun quiz to learn a bit more about your teaching style... Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/05/are-you-an-introvert-teacher-take-the-quiz/ 

In this episode, I will be sharing Sarah Poquette's 5 Steps to Stress-Free Emergency Sub Plans. If you are anything like me, you may feel alright it is easier to go to work when you aren't feeling the greatest versus spending all that time preparing lessons and activities for the sub.  If you are looking for ideas of how to make preparing sub plans easier and take that time for yourself?  Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/10/5-steps-to-stress-free-emergency-sub-plans/ 

In this awesome episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's 15 of the Best Sight Word Activities. I always wonder where do sight words come into play during my ELA block.  How are they infused with direct instruction, while providing practice and ensuring rich texts with those sight words are included in front of your students. Are you looking for ideas and activities to infuse those sight words within your daily routines and ELA blocks?  Then this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/12/15-of-the-best-sight-words-activities/ 

In this reflective episode, I will be sharing Britany Coleman's Teaching Thankfulness in the Classroom blog. The holiday season is quickly approaching and is often a time for individuals to reflect and show their appreciation for one another.  If you are looking for some ideas to bring this gratitude into your classroom… then, this is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/11/teaching-thankfulness-in-the-classroom/  Social Emotional Learning Resource: https://educationtothecore.com/shop/all-products/social-emotional-learning-for-the-year-k-2/ 

In this useful episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's 15 Ways to Quiet a Chatty Class. Do you have a chatty class this year that no matter what you try they just ...keep…..talking!... then, this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/11/teaching-thankfulness-in-the-classroom/  25 Brain Breaks: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/08/25-brain-break-videos-for-the-classroom/

In this rewarding episode, I will be sharing 35 Free Rewards for Your Students!  Do you have the perfect classroom management system, but are looking to pair it with the right reward system?  Don't feel you need to break the bank by buying an excessive amount of tangibles.  If you are looking for some great and FREE rewards… then, this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/09/35-free-rewards-for-your-students/ 

In this mindful episode, I will sharing 25 Breathing Exercises to Calm and Focus Your Students.  Let's face it...these 25 breathing exercises will calm and focus you as well! Looking to bring in mindful moments that will fit into anyone's daily routines?  Well, this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2020/10/25-breathing-exercises-to-calm-and-focus-your-students/  https://educationtothecore.com/shop/all-products/social-emotional-learning-for-the-year-k-2/

In this scientific episode, I will sharing 10 Fun and Engaging Science Activities all centered around a Pumpkin! So are you in the fall spirit?  Wanting to bring in some hands on science lessons with built in observations, experiments and sometimes messes?  Well, this is the episode for you! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/09/10-pumpkin-science-activities/10 Pumpkin Science Activities | Education to the Core  

In this awesome episode, I will be sharing Janessa Fletcher's 35 Classroom Jobs to Create Community.  Do you assign classroom jobs to your students?  Are you thinking it is too much extra work?  Perhaps you are wondering what jobs should you include?  Find the answers to these questions and more because this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/06/35-classroom-jobs-to-create-community/ 

In this informative episode, I will be walking you through 15 strategies to put into place after a behavior occurs!  Are you looking for even more classroom management strategies? Perhaps you are feeling relieved that a behavior episode has ended, but weary knowing it is coming back again perhaps sooner rather than later… Then this is the episode for you!   Free Behavioral Email Course: https://educationtothecore.com/behavior-course For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2021/02/15-responsive-strategies-to-do-after-a-behavior/

I am thrilled to present Part 2 of SEL and PBIS from our Vlog series: “Teaching Trailblazers with Chris from Education to the Core”.  The series includes interviews with a variety of professionals across multiple disciplines in our field of education.  In this episode, I have a conversation with an amazing leader in our field, Beth Baker.  We discuss Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS).  Throughout the conversation we were able to not only cover why it is important to build these activities into your daily routines but how to do it as well. If you are wondering how to incorporate SEL and PBIS into your daily routines, this is the episode for you! Your journey to SEL and PBIS truly does start here! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog:https://educationtothecore.com/2021/02/sel-pbis-your-journey-starts-here/  https://educationtothecore.com/shop/all-products/social-emotional-learning-for-the-year-k-2/

I am thrilled to present another episode from our Vlog series: “Teaching Trailblazers with Chris from Education to the Core”.  The series includes interviews with a variety of professionals across multiple disciplines in our field of education.  In this episode, I have a conversation with an amazing leader in our field, Beth Baker.  We discuss Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS).  Throughout the conversation we were able to not only cover why it is important to build these activities into your daily routines but how to do it as well. If you are wondering how to incorporate SEL and PBIS into your daily routines, this is the episode for you! Your journey to SEL and PBIS truly does start here! For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog:https://educationtothecore.com/2021/02/sel-pbis-your-journey-starts-here/  https://educationtothecore.com/shop/all-products/social-emotional-learning-for-the-year-k-2/