Time to Teach

Season 4 is finally here. In this episode, I share what I've been doing, and what to expect in this new season. I also share a little tip that has been helping me in Google Classroom.  Photo by Cayla1 on Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E99 I have been trying new things and making tweaks to my schedule for students, and I am finally pleased with what I have created. In today's episode, I discuss how I am managing my eLearning schedule for students. Listen to find out what new things I have been doing with my schedule.  Photo from upklyak on freepik. Click to learn more. Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8   Check out this episode!

E98 In today's episode, I will share more about how you can structure your schedule as a remote teacher. In addition, I will share exactly what I do in my online reading groups , as well as how I give student feedback remotely.    Photo by  Trae Gould  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

COVID-19 is changing a lot of aspects about our lives. Many of us have suddenly found ourselves in virtual teaching roles, without much preparation. Let me share of tips of things I have discovered after my first week in this new role.  Photo by  LUM3N  on  Unsplash Online Resources:  Raz kids (leveled books) Getepic (books) Vooks (Virtual books) Screencastify (for recording videos) Seesaw (digital portfolio where you can also leave assignments) Zoom (virtual meeting space) My interview with Carrie Baughcum about sketchnoting Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXN...

In today's episode, I discuss how we can use current world events as curriculum in your classroom. When big things are happening in the world, they also become learning opportunities for our students. Listen to find out a few ways you can use current events as your curriculum.  Photo by  Sara Riaño  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8     Check out this episode!

E95 Today's episode is about pushing ourselves to the limits for maximum growth. I share specific ways I push myself to ensure I am growing instead of staying stagnant. Listen to find out how you can do the same.  Photo by  Timon Studler  on  Unsplash Resources: Episode with Carrie Baughcum Episode about reading Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8   Check out this episode!

E94 In today's episode, I discuss the one-word theme, and ways you can incorporate it into your life. Better than a New Year's Resolution, the one-word theme has the potential to help you maximize your growth. Listen to find out 7 tips to help you keep your one-word theme present and powerful in your life.  Photo by  Estée Janssens  on  Unsplash Link to my blog post about the one-word theme here. Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E93 In today's episode, I discuss the different stations I run in my class for the day before winter break. Instead of a holiday party, I prefer structured stations that are fun, but also incorporate academics as well. Listen to find out all about my winter holiday stations.  Photo by  Annie Spratt  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E92 In today's episode, I discuss my Thanksgiving stations. It's a perfect way to incorporate learning, academics, with Thanksgiving and fun! Listen to find out all about my Thanksgiving stations.  Photo by  Patrick Fore  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8   Check out this episode!

E91 In today's episode, I discuss how I am incorporating Science Workshop in my classroom this year. Science Workshop is my attempt at doing a better job at teaching science, as well as use NGSS for the first time. Listen to learn all about Science Workshop.  Check out this episode!

E90 In today's episode I examine some of the ways I keep up with student progress and data. It's important to track student progress carefully and frequently, but doing so isn't always easy. Listen to find out some tips that will make data tracking easier for you, and that you can begin to implement immediately.    Photo by  David Pennington  on  Unsplash   Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E89 As busy educators, our time is limited and precious. In today's episode, I discuss tips to help manage your time, getting the most out of every minute of your day. Listen to find out how you can get more done in less time.  Photo by  Mille Sanders  on  Unsplash Photo by  Plush Design Studio  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8     Check out this episode!

E88 Time is something we never have enough of. In today's episode, I will explore some of the ways I make time to teach those things I have no time for. Listen to find out how to get the most out of your limited time.     Photo by  Plush Design Studio  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8   Check out this episode!

E87 In today's episode, I take a deep dive into 9 ways educators can use Google Sites (or any website creator). You thought you knew all about how to use websites, but you had no idea. Listen to learn how you can use Google Sites to its maximum efficiency!  Photo by  Nick Morrison  on  Unsplash   Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E86 In today's episode, I discuss the various ways in which I use Google tasks. Surprisingly, there's a lot going on with my Google tasks, and it's what I consider to be an essential tool in keeping me organized. Listen to find out how you can get the most from Google Tasks.    Photo by  Estée Janssens  on  Unsplash   Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E85 In today's episode, I discuss the importance of teaching compassion and empathy in the classroom. While we hope students learn kindness through our modeling of it, this is not enough. We have to be conscious and purposeful in exposing our students to different perspectives, cultures, and beliefs. We must demystify the "other" and make respect for all humans at the center of everything we do. Listen to find out some ways we can do this.  Photo by  Andrea Tummons  on  Unsplash   Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNe...

This is just a quick announcement to let you know that Season 3 is on its way to a podcast player near you! Time to Teach will ease back into the school year with new episodes every couple of weeks, and then we will settle back into our normal, weekly schedule. Wishing all of you a happy, new school year!  Photo by  Alex Geerts  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8   Check out this episode!

Today's episode wraps up season 2. Here, I talk all about the different ways you can continue to learn and grow this summer. Time to Teach is officially on summer break with this finale episode. We'll be back in September, but we might have some bonus episodes this summer. Thanks for being part of this journey! Until next time.    Photo by  Nick Morrison  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E83 In today's episode, I explain natural and logical consequences, and how it can be implemented in the classroom. I draw primarily on my experience and how effective I have found it to be. Listen to find out more about how natural and logical consequences can work in your classroom.    Photo by  Hennie Stander  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!

E82 In today's episode I explore the things you can do today to make the beginning of next school year easier and smoother. Join me to discover what those things are.    Photo by  Hannah Olinger  on  Unsplash Contact: Twitter: @TamiJ123 Podcast show notes & to listen online: Time to Teach Website Links Time to Teach Facebook Page Teachers For Effective Curriculum Facebook Group  (Facebook Group) My Blog: Notes From A First Grade Classroom Music Credits: Adventures by A Himitsu @a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 Check out this episode!