Virtual class

Have I mentioned lately how much I LOVE the teachers, parents, and other members in our Facebook group?! I know I say it all the time, but all of you are the BEST!!! A hot topic lately has been fun games to play on zoom. Whether you are a teacher preparing for the school year, a parent […]

Keeping students engaged when teaching virtually can be challenging. Here are some free games & activities for virtual class meetings.

As a result of Covid, we are preparing for a year of uncertainties with virtual learning vs. in class with safety precautions. One thing that remains consistent is the need for teachers to set classroom expectations. Having strong classroom management and letting students know what is expected of them is a great way to start the year off in the right direction. As a classroom teacher, reviewing classroom expectations is always a priority of mine. This year, I know it will look different for…

A summary and review the main free platforms, tools and options available for teachers to set up virtual classes and teach English online to kids! #esl #eslkids #teachingenglish #onlineenglish #preschool #kindergarten #eslteachers

It’s time. Back to school is here. It’s strange. Uncertain. Different. But it’s here and that means Schedulin’ Sunday is BACK! After 5 months, it’s time to jump back i…

We have compiled an EPIC list of math websites, apps and games for kids that come highly recommended by teachers or by members of our Facebook Group (which you absolutely must join, if you haven’t yet!). All of our Free Lesson Plans have a math component, but we get asked all the time for more […]

Learn how to easily plan your virtual first day of school with digital back to school activities, management ideas, lesson plans and more.

Virtual jobs are a great way to build classroom community when in-person teaching is not an option. Assigning students a specific job to do during an online meeting helps keeps students on task and engaged with the meeting, too! Building a classroom community is still just as important when virtual teaching, but you may need to get creative with how to transfer tried and true 'analog' methods into an online space. Plus, not every team building activity or classroom management strategy works…

Virtual icebreakers are perfect for getting students introduced to one another. They help encourage students to get to know one another better.

When I started my quest to work from home, I worked in the public school system as an elementary guidance counselor. I worked with many teachers who enjoyed their jobs, but were frustrated by the hours that went well beyond the school day and kept th