Explore every episode of the podcast The Teaching Toolbox - A Podcast for Middle School Teachers
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| 100. A Season of Rest | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:02:06 | |
We’ve covered a lot in our 100 episodes, but now in our third season, we have decided to take a break, to re-energize, re-focus, and re-evaluate. We hope you’ve enjoyed listening, and that if you want to hear more, you reach out and let us know. | |||
| 99. Avoiding Perfectionism | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:09:19 | |
Today, we’re unpacking how perfectionism shows up in our work, what it costs us, and how to aim for purposeful progress instead of polished perfection. Because your students don’t need perfect—they need present. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 98. When Behavior Strategies Don't Work | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:10:50 | |
We’ve all been there—you're using your go-to behavior strategy... maybe proximity, a private redirection, or a behavior chart—and the student either ignores it, rolls their eyes, or doubles down. It’s frustrating for sure. And it’s happening more often. Traditional classroom management tools are no longer effective with some middle school students. So what do you do when the old systems don’t cut it? Topics Discussed
Resources Brittany’s Tools for Classroom Norms & Check-Ins: https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/mental-health-check-in Related Episodes Episode 57: Stress Management Techniques (for students and teachers) Episode 1: Establishing a Positive Classroom Culture in Your Classroom. 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes | |||
| 97. Reluctant Learners | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:14:06 | |
Reluctant learners aren’t new—but in today’s classrooms, they’re showing up in new ways. Maybe it’s disengagement. Maybe it’s anxiety. Maybe it’s resistance that masks a struggle. Today we’re unpacking who these students are, why they might be hesitant to engage, and most importantly, how we can help them re-engage, build confidence, and start to thrive again. Topics Discussed
Resources https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/how-to-use-math-mistakes-as-a-teaching-tool/ https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/systems-for-student-success/ https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/first-week-growth-mindset-in-math/ https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/how-to-foster-a-positive-math-mindset/ Related Episodes Episode 14: Effective Morning Routines and Classroom Greetings 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her | |||
| 96. Classroom Jobs | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:09:41 | |
When you think of classroom jobs, you probably picture elementary students passing out papers or feeding the class pet. But what about middle schoolers? Can classroom jobs actually work with tweens and teens… or will you just be met with eye rolls and resistance? Topics Discussed
Resources Brittany’s Dot Dude Decor Resource 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 95. Formula Cheat Sheets | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:16:46 | |
In a world where information is just a click away, are we doing students a disservice by banning cheat sheets… or are we setting them up to fail when they don’t have formulas, definitions, chemicals, and other important information memorized? Topics Discussed
Resources Ellie’s Math Wheels/ELA Wheels Brittany’s ELA/Math Reference Guides 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on | |||
| 94. Organizing Student Supplies | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:09:02 | |
Today, we’re diving into a quick supply survival episode: what you actually need for middle school students, how to store it all without losing your mind, and how to make it work whether students stay in your room or rotate between classes. Topics Discussed
Resources Related Episodes Ep. 17 Pencil Dilemma: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4g5GzCWEhJjNwi3IJpRgnv?si=6KuRWF_MTAOso0JNq_IrWg or https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pencil-dilemma/id1708462661?i=1000643494050 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on | |||
| 93. Inclusion Services | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:16:03 | |
When students leave class for different services—like pull-out interventions or ELL support—it’s a great resource. But it can also mean missing key classroom moments and disruptions.. Teachers often ask: How do I help those students catch up without slowing down the class? And if service providers come into the room, how do we keep things smooth and focused? So today we’re diving into practical strategies for teachers to help students stay on track, collaborate with inclusion providers, and keep classrooms inclusive and productive. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 92. Communicating With Parents | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:10:40 | |
In this episode, we’re breaking down how to make parent communication more strategic, sustainable, and supportive for everyone involved. We’ll talk about why it matters, what methods actually work, and how to set yourself up with realistic systems that won’t take over your week. Topics Discussed
Resources https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/mkraft/files/kraft_dougherty_teacher_communication_jree.pdf 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 91. BTS: Organizational Ideas & Systems | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:20:52 | |
Ever feel like the first few weeks of school are a tornado of papers, emails, meetings, and missed to-dos? You are not alone. But what if you could start the year with systems that actually stick—and save you time in the long run? Topics Discussed
Resources 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| BONUS | Meal Prep for Teachers [Summer Rewind Series - ep 40] | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:24:36 | |
Today we’re throwing it back to Episode 40, where we chatted about one of the ultimate teacher survival tools—meal prep. If you’ve ever found yourself eating dry cereal out of a mug during your lunch break, this one’s for you. Ellie and I will be back next week with all-new back to school episodes! Resources Phomemo Printer: https://amzn.to/3UP3BDI 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| BONUS | Student Expectations and Neatness [Summer Rewind Series - ep 46] | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:19:14 | |
We’re rolling into late July with a replay of Episode 46—this one’s all about setting clear student expectations, encouraging neatness, and building those essential classroom habits. It’s packed with simple ideas that make a big difference. Don’t worry, Brittany and I will be back soon with new content in August! Resources: Classroom Economy episode: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/classroom-economy-systems/ Behavior and Discipline episode: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/behavior-and-discipline-in-the-classroom/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her | |||
| BONUS | What to Do on the First Days of School [Summer Rewind Series - ep 42] | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:22:02 | |
This week, we’re bringing back Episode 42 from last year, where we break down what to actually do on those very first days of school. From routines to relationship-building, it’s all in here. Keep soaking up the summer, and Ellie and I will be back in August with fresh back to school episodes! Resources: 10 Team Building Games: https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/10-team-building-games Pentominoes Blog Post: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/first-day-of-math-class-activity-pentomino-exploration/ Systems for Success Blog Post: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/systems-for-student-success/ Get to Know You Wheel Activity 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on | |||
| BONUS | Favorite Teacher Supplies [Summer Rewind Series - ep 43] | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:19:37 | |
Today’s replay is Episode 43 from last summer, and it’s all about one of our favorite things—teacher supplies. Yep, we’re talking flair pens, sticky notes, and the must-haves that make our teacher hearts happy. Take a listen, and don’t worry—Brittany and I will be back in August with brand-new episodes just in time for the new school year! Resources Ellie Blog Post: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/using-mini-whiteboards-in-the-classroom/ Brittany Amazon Store Front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/colorado_classroom 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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 | |||
| BONUS | Preparing Your Classroom for A New School Year [Summer Rewind Series - ep 41] | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:26:24 | |
We’re taking a little summer break, but we’re kicking off our July replay series with one of our top episodes from last year—Episode 41, all about prepping your classroom for a new school year. Whether it’s your bulletin boards or your brain that needs organizing, this one’s full of ideas. Ellie and I will be back in August with fresh back to school content! Related Episodes Check out episode 31 on classroom seating 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 90. Engaging Activities & Ideas Plus Online Tools for Use | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:12:10 | |
Ready for a lightning round of games, creativity, and laughter? This episode is packed with ideas to add some FUN back into your classroom. Topics Discussed
Resources Related Episodes
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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,... | |||
| 89. Reading Strategies and Comprehension with Tina | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:21:32 | |
Reading isn't enough. We want our students to truly understand the material, right? Today's guest, Tina, is sharing some fantastic strategies that work well with middle school students. Connect with today's guest Website - www.teachwithtina.com TPT Store - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/tina-kolley-teach-with-tina Facebook - Teach-With-Tina - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089466229377 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teach.with.tina/ Resources Mentioned Reading Strategies Landing Page - https://teachwithtina.myflodesk.com/xgepdto9v7 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on | |||
| 88. Management Tips (and More) for Teachers Moving to Middle School | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:21:43 | |
Is your teaching assignment moving to middle school for the first time? Don't panic! Today we're talking about what you need, like mental tools, physical tools, and all the in-between to not just survive but thrive during this season of transition. Topics Discussed
Ellie’s blog posts about routine: Routines during 1st week: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/teaching-classroom-routines-the-first-week-of-school/ Beginning of class routines: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/middle-school-classroom-routines-to-begin-class/ End of class routines: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/middle-school-classroom-routines-to-end-class/ Related Episodes Episode 10: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/classroom-transition-ideas/ Episode 12: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/classroom-economy-systems/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s | |||
| 87. Transitioning to High School with Leah Cleary | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:30:03 | |
We're bringing back a favorite guest, Leah Cleary, to share her tips on preparing students to transition to high school smoothly. This conversation includes everything from critical thinking, writing, scaffolding, organization, mindset, and collaboration. Stuff your teaching toolbox with fresh ideas from Leah, today. Connect with today's guest Teach students to annotate standards. It’s the first step toward teaching them how to focus their attention, guiding them toward independent learning. How to teach students effective note-taking skills using standards as a basis. https://leahcleary.com/teach-effective-note-taking/ Teach students a consistent paragraph frame. It’s expandable into multiple types of writing. https://leahcleary.com/mastering-cer-paragraphs/ Option for giving students consequences for late work without making them dire. https://leahcleary.com/solving-the-late-work-problem/ The latest blog post, Teaching the Power of Context: https://leahcleary.com/context-getting-to-know-you/ Related Episodes You might also enjoy Leah's episode 2 conversation about scaffolding: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/scaffolding-learning-in-various-subjects/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s | |||
| 86. Transitioning to High School with Andrea | 27 May 2025 | 00:25:34 | |
In this episode, we have Andrea here from History Gal to talk about the transition to high school. Andrea had the opportunity to work in a freshman academy which gave students a year to prepare for transitioning to high school. Today she'll share some tips on how we can support middle school students during their transition to high school. Connect with today's guest:
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 85. Transitioning to Middle School with Martina Cahill | 20 May 2025 | 00:25:01 | |
The transition to middle school can be challenging so today we have a guest who has experience teaching both elementary and middle school. Let's talk transitions with Martina from The Hungry Teacher. Connect with today's guest Hub ELA teacher membership waitlist: Free Middle School ELA Teacher Toolkit https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/hungryteacherhubwaitlist Free Middle School ELA Teacher Writing Toolkit: https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/middle-school-writing-toolkit Free Middle School ELA Grammar Toolkit: https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/grammartoolkit Free Middle School ELA Independent Reading Playbook: https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/independent-reading-playbook-for-middle-school-ela Related Episodes 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your | |||
| 84. Brain Dumps for Teachers | 13 May 2025 | 00:14:07 | |
Rather than carrying all that clutter in your mind—or worse, accidentally letting great ideas slip through the cracks—what if you had a simple, effective way to get it all out, organize it, and come back fresh next year? Well, spoiler alert… you do! That’s what brain dumps are all about. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down what they are, how they work, the science behind why they’re so powerful, and some great tools to make the process painless and even—dare I say—fun. Topics Discussed
Resources https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/product/reflection-materials 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ Mentioned in this episode: Grab Your End Of Year Certificates... | |||
| 83. Giving Students Constructive Feedback as the Year Ends | 06 May 2025 | 00:14:54 | |
Just because the school year’s wrapping up doesn’t mean our work is done. In fact, this is PRIME TIME for something super important… giving your students the kind of feedback that doesn’t just slap a period at the end of their year—but leaves them feeling seen, motivated, and ready to crush whatever’s next. Report card comments, one-on-one chats, end-of-year conferences today, we’re digging into how to give constructive feedback that’s honest, uplifting, and rooted in growth. We’ve got research, we’ve got real talk, we’ve got tips—basically, we’ve got your back. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 82. Read Alouds in the Classroom | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:06:44 | |
Today, we're exploring a topic that's close to our hearts: the power of read-alouds in the classroom. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 81. The Many Layers of Teaching ELA | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:17:43 | |
The wonderfully complex world of teaching English Language Arts—otherwise known as ELA. The subject that has it all—novels, grammar drills, essays, creative writing, and that classic moment when a student asks, “Why do I need to know what a gerund is?” ELA isn’t just about reading books and writing essays. It’s about developing critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills that students will use for life. Topics Discussed
Resources Ellie’s Daily Language: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/cognitive-cardio-math/category-daily-language-515168 Ellie’s Middle School Writing Prompts: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Middle-School-Writing-Prompts-Daily-Journal-Writing-Persuasive-ELA-Warm-Up-505556 Brittany’s Writing Prompts: Brittany’s ELA Materials: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-language-arts-409107 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on... | |||
| 80. Behavior Management in the Secondary Classroom | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:18:25 | |
Today we have a guest sharing tools and strategies to support students with emotional behavioral challenges at the secondary level. We'll explore how to set students up for success in both general education and self-contained settings. Laila Modzelewski is a special education teacher currently working in a grades 3-5 LLD self-contained class in New Jersey. Before moving to N.J. in 2020, she spent over a decade teaching an 8:1:1 Special Education class in NYC Public Schools. Laila holds a Master’s Degree in General and Special Education from Touro College. She believes deeply in the power of building strong relationships with her students, meeting them where they are, and creating a nurturing learning environment. Topics Discussed
Connect with today's guest: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/modz-by-laila 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on | |||
| 79. Creating Differentiation in Assignments Efficiently | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:18:36 | |
Today, we’re exploring a topic that can truly transform your teaching—differentiation! And we’re not just talking about big, time-consuming strategies. We’re breaking down simple, efficient ways to differentiate assignments and lessons without doubling your workload. Topics Discussed
Resources Math Differentiation: 5 Practical Approaches for Middle School: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/math-differentiation/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 78. Test Prep & Test-Taking Strategies | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:16:37 | |
If you’re a teacher looking for ways to better prepare your students for test-taking, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re looking into test prep strategies to help your students feel more confident and prepared for any exam. Topics Discussed
Resources Test-taking strategies wheel: 6th, 7th test prep bundle: A blog post with additional test taking tips: https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/2025/01/effective-test-prep-success.html 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on | |||
| 77. Teaching Second Languages in Middle School with Ashley Mikkelsen | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:38:36 | |
Today, we are here with a special guest, Ashley Mikkelsen of Señorita Spanish fame, to discuss the importance of teaching languages in middle school. Ashley is a secondary Spanish teacher from North Dakota. She’s currently on a break from classroom life to be home with her littles, but is looking forward to going back when all the munchkins are older! She started out teaching what she calls a “sample platter” class in 6th & 7th grades, where students got to try out French, German, Latin, & Spanish before teaching Spanish 1, 1b, and 2 to 8th-12th grades. She blogs and shares resources at srtaspanish.com! Topics Discussed
Connect with today's guest: https://www.youtube.com/c/SrtaSpanish https://www.instagram.com/srta_spanish/ Resources Mentioned https://www.beniko-mason.net/content/articles/2020-the-optimal-input-hypothesis.pdf Related Episodes 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on | |||
| 76. Teaching Ancient Greece | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:13:47 | |
Ancient Greece has so much to offer, not just in terms of history but also in helping students develop critical skills and an appreciation for the past. Topics Discussed
Resources Ancient Greece Activities - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/1531325?utm_source=TCCBN-POD&utm_campaign=Ancient%20Greece%20Activities%20and%20Interactive%20Notebook%20Bundle1531325 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 75. Using Maps in the Classroom | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:16:44 | |
Today we’re investigating the role maps can play in the classroom, and not just in the geography classroom. 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 74. Using Timelines Across Subjects | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:10:24 | |
Timelines are a simple yet powerful tool. Whether you teach history, science, literature, or even math, timelines can be a game-changer in your classroom. But we’re going even further today—what if timelines weren’t just in your classroom? What if they stretched through the entire school, showing students connections across all subjects, all spaces, all moments in time? Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 73. Ellie’s Passion for Fractions Taught Right | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:14:29 | |
Fraction operations can be one of the most challenging topics to teach. In today's episode Ellie shares about her journey in supporting teachers in the area of fractions. Resources Ellie’s Fraction Course - https://cognitive-cardio-math.thinkific.com/courses/teaching-fraction-operations Blog Post - 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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... | |||
| 72. Test Corrections | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:19:30 | |
When it comes to test corrections there is value in allowing students to learn from their mistakes, but it should be done thoughtfully. Today's episode will explore the pros and cons and give tips for and how to work test corrections into the mix for your schedule and your gradebook. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 71. Teaching Fraction Operations | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:16:15 | |
If teaching fraction operations feels daunting, then this episode full of fresh tips and strategies might be just what your teaching toolbox needs. Topics Discussed
Resources Math Dates Blog Post: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/how-to-include-more-math-in-middle-school-math-class/ Fraction strips in the Fraction Toolkit: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/teaching-fractions-with-fraction-toolkit/ Free Fraction training: https://cognitive-cardio-math.thinkific.com/courses/3-fraction-shortcuts-to-avoid-teachers-make-when-teaching-fractions Fraction program: https://cognitive-cardio-math.thinkific.com/courses/teaching-fraction-operations 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on | |||
| 70. Nature in the Classroom with Victoria Zablocki | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:22:57 | |
Unlock the power of nature in your middle school classroom. Today's guest, Victoria Zablocki, has ideas for every subject so this episode has something for every teacher's toolbox. Topics Discussed
Connect with today's guest Website: https://www.naturallyteaching.com/ Naturally Teaching Elementary School podcast: https://www.naturallyteaching.com/naturally-teaching-elementary-podcast/ Naturally Teaching store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Naturally-Teaching Instagram @naturally.teaching or Facebook at naturally.teaching Related Episodes Episode 11 - Color in the Classroom https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/color-in-classrooms/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her | |||
| 69. How to Build Confidence in Those "Not Good at Math" | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:17:49 | |
Having students tell you they’re not good at math can be heartbreaking. You can tell they believe it because they’ve struggled for years, lost faith in the system, and lost belief in themselves. It’s hard to reach them and let them know that what they’ve been led to believe is not true, but today we are going to share how to build confidence in these kids, and let them know that they can succeed! Resources Ellie’s Blog Post on Positive Math Mindsets - https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/how-to-foster-a-positive-math-mindset/ Brittany’s Fear of Failure Blog Post - https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/2015/12/overcoming-fear-of-failure.html Ellie math games site: https://www.cognitivecardiomiddleschoolmathdigitalactivities.com/ Mathematical Mindsets Book: 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on | |||
| 68. Problem Solving & How to Write Out Your Thinking | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:16:35 | |
Writing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about math class or solving problems. But, this powerful practice can enhance understanding, communication skills, and metacognitive awareness. Resources Ellie’s Blog Post on Improving Problem-Solving Skills - Ellie’s Blog Post on Teaching Problem Solving - https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/teaching-problem-solving-strategies/ Ellie Problem Solving Strategies Doodle Notes 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast | |||
| 67. Little Things That Make Class More Fun-Daily Lesson Structure | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:13:46 | |
Small changes to your lesson structure can incorporate a lot of fun. Let's dive into 13 ideas you'll want to try with your learners. Resources Ellie’s Blog Post - Math Truth or Dare: Math Wheels: Math Color by Numbers: Related Episodes Episode 3 - Three Games to Play in Your Classroom https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/classroom-games-you-can-play-today-episode-3/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her | |||
| 66. How to Get Self-Care in During the School Day | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:18:42 | |
Today we've got ten simple yet transformative strategies that can help you recharge, refocus, and thrive in and out of the classroom. Squeezing self care into your school day isn't easy but it can make a big difference. Resources Ellie has a blog post with more information on this topic: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/5-benefits-of-exercise-for-teachers/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ Mentioned in this episode: Grab Your End Of Year Certificates Today https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-awards-amp-certificates-427833?utm_source=PodcastMayAd&utm_campaign=PCSTMAYAD 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... | |||
| 65. Middle School Counseling | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:18:16 | |
Today we're joined by guest expert Carol Miller of the Counselor Chat Podcast to get the inside scoop about school counselors. Topics Discussed
Connect with today's guest, Carol Miller: https://www.facebook.com/themiddleschoolcounselor/ https://www.instagram.com/counselingessentials/ https://counselingessentials.org/ Star Bound - https://amzn.to/3U8IpIh Building Champions - https://amzn.to/4859Nwh 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on | |||
| 64. Gearing Up for the New Semester | 24 Dec 2024 | 00:10:16 | |
When you’re gearing up for a new semester, you have an exciting opportunity to refresh your classroom and strategies to better support student learning and engagement. Today we’ve got ten things you can do to get geared up for the new semester, and we’re breaking these into physical environment, emotional environment and academic environment. Resources Brittany’s Blog Post https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/2020/01/starting-new-semester-off.html Related Episodes Ep 1: https://pod.link/1708462661/episode/12356ae8cdb4c26e8b3a84044526094d Ep 4 https://pod.link/1708462661/episode/a464bfec4a7a0117e3e57c6d59fc39e5 Ep 13: https://pod.link/1708462661/episode/91804ee8af24cc76968872078c8455f0 Ep 31: https://pod.link/1708462661/episode/a29cba7ff792e5c82bba72a2b81f5275 Ep: 47: https://pod.link/1708462661/episode/83e7732049cf645554a5abc0b2680563 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on | |||
| 63. Building a Positive Classroom Culture | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:10:23 | |
Building a positive classroom culture midway through the year can be worthwhile when you know the old system just isn’t working anymore. Let's make a game plan to get classroom culture back on track mid-year. Topics Discussed
Resources Building Positive Classroom Culture Blog Post: https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/2016/08/positive-classroom-culture.html Related Episodes Ep1: https://pod.link/1708462661/episode/12356ae8cdb4c26e8b3a84044526094d 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ Mentioned in this episode: Grab Your End Of Year Certificates... | |||
| 62. Picture Books in Middle School | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:23:22 | |
Today on The Teaching Toolbox, we’re here to talk about picture books and their place in the middle school classroom. Because picture books aren’t just for K, 1, and 2, picture books are great for any classroom. Topics Discussed
Resources Ellie’s Blog Post https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/math-picture-books-for-middle-school/ Amazon Links of Books Referenced: These Amazon links are an affiliate link from Brittany Naujok and The Colorado Classroom, LLC®. I earn a small amount from your clicks on these links. One Day in the Life of Bubble Gum The Important Thing About Margaret Wise Brown The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin The Mysteries of Harris Burdick The Boy Who Loved Math: The Improbable Life of Paul Erdos Sir Cumference and the Dragon of Pi Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez and Her Family's Fight for Desegregation Please subscribe on your favorite platform so you don’t miss an episode. Whether it’s Spotify, | |||
| 61. Getting Through the Holiday Season | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:15:39 | |
Teachers can find the holiday season challenging. They must manage fluctuating student attendance, lousy weather shutdowns, classroom interruptions for performances, and the general hustle and bustle of the season. So today we'll be sharing a bunch of strategies and ideas you can use to manage this holiday season effectively. Resources: Ellie’s Blog Post https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/five-quick-and-easy-winter-activities/ Secret Santa https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/product/secret-santa-forms-holiday-party-forms Related Episodes about Mindfulness: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/burnout-doldrums-and-depression-while-teaching/ https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/skills-for-executive-functioning/ 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas... | |||
| 60. Advice for New Teachers | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:29:50 | |
We have a guest expert on the show today! Ashleigh Smith from Rainbow Sky Creations is sharing wisdom and tips for new teachers that you won't want to miss. Topics Discussed
Resources from Ashleigh How to setup a Good Morning Tab - https://www.instagram.com/tv/CSa4dNWBjs1/ A blog post with additional support: https://rainbowskycreations.com/save-time-with-this-morning-routine/ Connect with Ashleigh on Instagram @rainbowskycreations 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ Mentioned in this episode: Back to School Support If you’ve hit a hiccup this Back to School, I have the resources to get... | |||
| 59. Helping Students Improve Communication Skills | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:23:29 | |
Helping students improve their communication skills is essential for not just their academic success, but also for their personal development. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ Mentioned in this episode: Grab Your End Of Year Certificates Today https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-awards-amp-certificates-427833?utm_source=PodcastMayAd&utm_campaign=PCSTMAYAD 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||
| 58. Test Taking & Following Directions | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:18:12 | |
Teaching test-taking and following directions is an important part of our role as educators. Not teaching to the test, but teaching how to take a test, how to follow directions, how to read prompts, and how to analyze questions. Topics Discussed
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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 Grab Your End Of Year Certificates... | |||
| 57. Stress Management Techniques (for Students and Teachers) | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:16:06 | |
I think we all feel stress, in different ways, at different times. While there CAN be positive stress, when we talk about stress, we typically think about how to handle negative stress. So today's episode is packed with tips for stress management. Topics Discussed
Resources --> Learn more about exercise's role in managing stress here: --> Learn more about how coloring can help with stress management: --> Give it a try by printing out these coloring sheets for your classroom: --> Learn more about how stress effects your heart: Heart Health Managing Stress https://health.gov/myhealthfinder/health-conditions/heart-health/manage-stress --> Learn 9 more stress management strategies for teachers: https://www.wgu.edu/blog/9-stress-management-strategies-every-teacher-needs-know1712.html Related Episodes You might also enjoy listening to the burnout and depression tips in this episode or the behavior plan techniques in this episode 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out | |||
| 56. Becoming a Master Teacher | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:15:12 | |
A master is someone who has or shows great skill or proficiency. A master teacher would thus acquire complete knowledge or skill in teaching, classroom management, behavior and discipline, and so much more. And today, on The Teaching Toolbox Podcast we are joining with a special guest, Jill Ciolli to talk about being a master teacher. 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. Let’s Connect To stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram. Join Brittany’s 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook. Join Ellie’s Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook. Brittany’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Ellie’s resources can be found on her website or on TPT. Reach out to share your ideas for future episodes on our podcast website. https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/contact/ 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. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/the-colorado-classroom/category-back-to-school-1441616 | |||