The Teaching Toolbox podcast is the ultimate resource for upper elementary and middle school teachers seeking time-tested strategies and ideas. With knowledgeable teacher guests, this podcast offers invaluable teaching tips and strategies that are sure to enhance your classroom experience. Tune in for expert advice from Brittany and Ellie on everything from lesson planning to classroom management. With over 50 years of teaching experience between them, they have the knowledge, expertise, and real-life know-how to get through any classroom day.
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40. Back to School Series: Meal Prep as a Busy Teacher
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 • Duration 24:03
Today, we are delving into meal prepping as busy teachers. Let’s see what we have cooked up for you today!
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39. Drama Integration in the Classroom With Radio Theater
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 • Duration 23:49
If you've heard of Reader's Theater you'll love today's discussion about Radio Theater. Author Deb Baldwin is joining the podcast today to share wisdom from 38 years of teaching theater to help you add some new skills to your teacher toolbox.
The book, We're Live! Radio Theater #101 describes her experiences in using radio theater in her own classroom and the successes she has had boosting student engagement. The book also contains a chapter on how to integrate drama integration (in this case, radio theater) into a teacher’s classroom with virtually any subject from grades fourth and up.
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Meet Author Deb Baldwin
Reader's Theater vs Radio Theater
How radio theater can help your classroom
Radio theater for the social studies/language arts classroom
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38. Tips for Being a Grade Level Leader
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 • Duration 23:02
In today's episode, we're diving into the trenches of middle school, but not just any trenches—those of a grade level leader. Imagine being the bridge between the admin and the other teachers in your grade level. It's a role that's part superhero, part diplomat, and all heart. Join us as we explore the responsibilities and pros and cons, along with tips for being a great grade-leader!
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37. How Much of Your Summer is Yours?
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 • Duration 22:25
Summer is coming - do you have big plans to take a break from your teaching-related activities? Or are you planning all the teaching things you’ll get done in the summer so you don’t have to worry about them in the fall? Or do you have plans for both? Whatever your plans, we’ve got some tips for how to make sure that at least SOME of your summer is yours so you can get some rejuvenation time!
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36. End of Year Activities
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 • Duration 12:40
It's that time of the year when we reflect on all the growth and memories made throughout the school year. But before we get too sentimental, let's talk about some fantastic ways to wrap up the year with our students.
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34. Skills for Executive Functioning
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 • Duration 19:51
Today, we're tackling a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of education, especially in middle school: Skills for Executive Functioning. It's about helping our students not just academically but also in managing their time, energy, emotions, and actions more effectively.
Topics Discussed
What is executive functioning?
Why are these skills so important for students to develop?
How can we tell students need support in this area?
What percentage of students struggle with executive functioning?
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33. Cheating in the Middle School Classroom
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 • Duration 23:34
Cheating in the middle school classroom is a multifaceted issue that demands attention from educators, parents, and students alike. By understanding the underlying pressures, promoting ethical education, and addressing technological challenges, we can create an environment where academic integrity thrives.
In today's episodes we're unpacking this complex topic from many angles and sharing our tips and tricks for how to support middle school students through the temptation to cheat.
Topics Discussed
Looking at cheating throughout history
How we can guide middle school students through the temptation to cheat
Cheating in the digital age
Tips to prevent cheating and handle it once it has already happened
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Please subscribe on your favorite platform so you don’t miss an episode. Whether it’s Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or some other listening app, we encourage you to take a moment to subscribe to The Teaching Toolbox. And if you feel so inclined, we would love a review at Apple or Spotify to help other listeners find us just like you did.
This episode may contain affiliate links.
Amazon links are affiliate links from Brittany Naujok and The Colorado Classroom, LLC®. I earn a small amount from your clicks on these links.
Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT.
Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT.
Mentioned in this episode:
Back to School Support
If you’ve hit a hiccup this Back to School, I have the resources to get you back on track. From labels for all your teacher drawers, to relationship building cards, to a review of rules and the why behind them, or maybe just a pair and share tool to get you going faster each day. Check out my Back to School category on The Colorado Classroom at TPT to help you get...
Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT.
Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT.
Mentioned in this episode:
Back to School Support
If you’ve hit a hiccup this Back to School, I have the resources to get you back on track. From labels for all your teacher drawers, to relationship building cards, to a review of rules and the why behind them, or maybe just a pair and share tool to get you going faster each day. Check out my Back to School category on The Colorado Classroom at TPT to help you get on your way....
