Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhen the Back-to-School Sparkle Fades: Navigating Teacher Fatigue
Episode 262
Feeling that mid-fall classroom fatigue? You're not alone. The back-to-school adrenaline has faded, student behaviors are surfacing, and those carefu…
11 months, 1 week ago
Halloween in the Classroom
Episode 261
Sugar highs, costume talk, and boundless energy—October's Halloween excitement can quickly derail even the most carefully planned lessons. But this s…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Science in ELA: Your Time-Saving Strategy
Episode 260
Ever feel like science gets pushed to the back burner because reading and math dominate your teaching schedule? You're not alone. The struggle to fit…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Device-Free Moments: Reconnecting Kids with Real Life in a Digital World
Episode 259
Remember the days when getting kids to focus in class didn't feel like competing with a digital circus? Today's students—even third graders—are comin…
1 year ago
Three Simple Ways to Keep Your Reading Routines Strong All Year Long
Episode 258
Ever found yourself sacrificing read-aloud time for pre-assessments and curriculum demands? You're not alone. In this heartfelt exploration of keepin…
1 year ago
Wally the Worried Watermelon: SEL Strategies for Your Classroom
Episode 257
A worried watermelon might be exactly what your students need to navigate their big feelings this year. Meet Wally – the adorable protagonist of auth…
1 year ago
From Teacher to Author: Christine Devan's Journey with Elephant Beach
Episode 256
Christine Devane takes us on her journey from classroom teacher to published children's author, revealing how patience and persistence led to the pub…
1 year ago
Building Sustainable Reading Routines That Transform Your Classroom
Episode 255
Struggling to establish reading routines that don't leave you exhausted? Discover the magic of sustainable reading practices that transform your clas…
1 year ago
Icebreakers That Actually Work: Creating Meaningful Classroom Bonds
Episode 254
Ever found yourself cringing through yet another awkward icebreaker activity? You're not alone. As teachers, we know building classroom community is …
1 year, 1 month ago
Sub Plans Survival Guide: Be Ready Before You Need It
Episode 253
Every teacher knows the feeling: waking up with a scratchy throat or fever, but dreading the thought of writing sub plans while sick. What if you cou…
1 year, 1 month ago