teacher inspiration
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Getting – and Staying – Organized in the Classroom
I consider myself to be a very organized person, so these resources are things that I’ve created to make my planning process a little more streamlined and to help save time. These are all available in my TPT store, so make sure to click the links to see even more about them! Preschool Teacher Organization and Planning Pages – These are the pages that I keep within reach, either on my desk or my clipboard so that I can always make a note when something pops in my mind. Then I make sure to have them with me when I sit down to plan so that I can easily remember what…
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Fall Supplies for Preschool
My favorite thing about autumn is the coziness. After spending so much time outside all summer, fall gives us a chance to come back inside and really embrace the environment and create the space we want. Here are my favorite fall materials for the preschool classroom. All links are affiliates. Giant Fall Coloring Poster Artificial Leaves Tree Building Blocks Fabric Leaf Ornaments Fall Garlands Paper Leaf Cutouts Jumbo Forest Animals Wooden Threading Leaves
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Cute Teacher Tees
Whether you’re adding to a growing collection or just getting started and looking for something to wear in the classroom on casual Fridays, these are the cute teacher tees that I’ve got my eye on! All links are affiliates.
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Summer Tote Bags on Amazon
I love a good tote bag – my collection may be a little out of control, BUT that doesn’t mean I don’t have my eye on a few more. Here are my favorite summer 2025 tote bags. All links are affiliates, click on the image for more info!
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Easy Last Minute Activities
The end of the school year and the summer months can be a little crazy. Schedules are very different, there are all kinds of field trips and gatherings, and holidays can really throw everything off. These are the months when it’s especially helpful to have activities in your back pocket that you can pull out without any kind of prep work. Here are some of my favorite activities to lean into for those moments when I really need something to keep the children engaged. Bubbles – Taking preschoolers outside and letting them loose with bubbles is ALWAYS a hit. It doesn’t matter what kind of mood your kids are in,…
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Teacher Appreciation Ideas
On Monday I shared my favorite things as inspiration for teacher appreciation gifts. If you’re still looking for ideas, here are some of the posts that I’ve shared previously (click on the photos for more details).
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Favorite Things – Teacher Appreciation Edition
My favorite gifts to give others are the things that I love to use myself. I know that they’re great products, and I’m happy to introduce someone else to something that has enriched my own life in some way. As I’m thinking about Teacher Appreciation Day and end of the school year gifts, these are the types of items I always consider first. Here’s what’s on my list this year (all light purple of course, because that’s my favorite color – but most of these are available in other colors so you can pick the best choice for your recipient). All links are affiliates. Papermate Flair Pens – These will…
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End of the School Year Products for Teachers
Have you started the countdown yet?! We have some amazing warm weather this week and it’s really giving me the summer itch. Here are some amazing products to stock up on so that you’re ready for all of those end of the school year celebrations. All links are affiliates. Jumbo School’s Out Color Your Own Poster End of the Year Teacher Postcards Inspirational Bracelets End of the Year Gift Dough Gift Sets Lavender Bogg Bag Ice Cream Cone Earrings Last Day of School Friendship Bracelet Tee Sprinkle Headband
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Planning the BEST Preschool Graduation
No Preschool Graduation ceremony will ever run completely smoothly – your performers are preschoolers, they’re bound to do something unpredictable, and sometimes these unpredictable moments are the most endearing parts of the entire ceremony. There are still some things that you can do to help your students prepare and ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible. Here are a few tips that have worked for me in the past; Do you have any tips that have saved the day? Feel free to share them in the comments!
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Classroom Inspiration for Teacher and Students
On Monday I shared my tips for managing a classroom when you aren’t 100% for whatever reason. Here’s a printable poster to hang in the classroom that can serve as a reminder for those days, and for when you’re students need it too. Download your copy here.
