Beginning Teacher Talk: A Podcast for New Elementary Teachers
291 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 149 ratings"Just because you're a beginning elementary teacher, there's no need for you to struggle like one." Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the things you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. We feature kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.
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What If I’m Not Cut Out for Teaching?
April 19, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBHas the overwhelm and struggle of the last few months left you wondering if you are actually cut out for teaching? If you’re feeling defeated, frustrated, or discouraged with having your own classroom, you are not alone. Unfortunately, many new teachers (including me!) have felt this way when they realize that there is very little support for new teachers at their school. I’m sharing what you can do today if you’re looking for support with setting up and organizing your classroom and/or chal...
Restorative Circles in Your Classroom: How to Get Started
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBImproving and preventing challenging behaviors starts with creating a safe and consistent, caring space for all students. As much as we love fun seasonal classroom management strategies and a good classroom management hack, they won’t be successful unless there is already a foundation of respect and consistency. A great way to establish a safe and consistent classroom is to implement restorative circles. I’m sharing the key things you need to know in order to get started with restorative cir...
How (and Why) to Incorporate Social-Emotional Learning Into Your Day
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBSocial-Emotional learning is here to stay and we can expect to see it become a more formal part of our curriculums in the near future. SEL is so incredibly beneficial to our students and incorporating it into the classroom has such a positive impact. But how are you going to find time to add another thing to your already packed schedule? In this episode, I’m sharing eight ways that you can easily incorporate SEL into your classroom. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/social-emo...
How to Talk to Your Admin & Co-Workers About Transferring Schools (& Get Reference Letters)
March 29, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIt’s the time of year when we start thinking ahead to the next school year and maybe this is the year you’ve decided you'll be transferring schools. You might be moving, looking to switch to a different grade, or don’t feel supported by your current team or admin. Whatever the reason is, there can be so many emotions that come along with deciding to transfer schools. The excitement that you’re feeling about a new opportunity might be paired with nervousness and overwhelm of what to do nex...
Top 10 Tips for Managing Spring Fever in Elementary
March 22, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBSpring fever is hitting classrooms everywhere. The warmer the weather gets, the more restless students are becoming. If we’re being honest, as teachers, we’re probably feeling the same way! With spring fever often comes challenging behaviors and very short attention spans. You still have a few months left in the school year, so how can you push forward and keep students engaged and motivated? I’m here for you. I’ve dedicated this entire episode to giving you ten fun and simple tips to man...
Testing Week in Elementary: How to Structure the Rest of Your Day after an Assessment
March 15, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBWhat do I do with my students for the rest of the day after taking a big test? Should I play a movie? Have extended recess? Review content? 🤔 If these are questions that you have, today’s episode is for you. This marks part four in a four-part series about how to prepare your students for standardized testing. Throughout the episode, I’m sharing five ideas on how to structure the rest of your day after testing. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/testing-week Sign up for m...
The Weeks Leading Up to Testing in Elementary: How to Calm & Prepare Students (& Why This Matters)
March 08, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThis week on the podcast, we’re continuing our conversation about how to prepare your students for state standardized testing. In part one of this series, episode 232, we talked about test-taking strategies in language arts. In part two, episode 233, I shared test-taking strategies in math. I recommend going back and listening to those episodes first if you haven’t already! Now it’s time to focus specifically on how we can calm, prepare, and inspire your students for assessments in the we...
5 Must-Know Test Taking Strategies in Math for 2nd – 5th Grade
March 01, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBDoes the idea of standardized testing leave you feeling stressed? You’re not alone, and that’s why this week we are going to be continuing our four-part series on test taking strategies for second to fifth graders. Last week, inside episode 232, we focused on effective and simple test taking strategies for students in Language Arts. This week I’m sharing five more of these helpful strategies, but this time they are specifically for math tests. Math assessments can bring a whole new set of...
5 Must-Know Test Taking Strategies in Language Arts for 2nd – 5th Grade
February 22, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIt’s that time of year again. Spring is quickly approaching, and that means that all kinds of testing is just around the corner. With testing comes long days, anxious students, and stressed out teachers. 😵💫 I want you to have all the tools you need in order to feel confident in teaching your students effective test taking strategies. That’s why this episode is kicking off a 4-part series all about super practical ways that you can help your students feel prepared, empowered, and less anxi...
10 Enrichment Ideas (for High Achieving Students in Math and ELA)
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBTeaching a class full of students means that you’re always going to have a wide range of ability levels. Over the years, we’ve talked on this podcast about effective ways to support your students who are struggling academically. However, I’ll bet that you also have students who are high-achieving, which can lead to a new set of challenges for you as the teacher. I have ten fun, simple, and creative ways that you can challenge and enrich your students who are performing above grade level. T...
10 Simple & Easy Exit Ticket Ideas for Elementary Teachers
February 08, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBYou are only one person leading a class of 20-30 students. How can you ensure that some students aren’t falling behind in their understanding of the concept that you’re teaching? Exit tickets just may be your answer! Exit tickets measure how well your students understand specific concepts as you teach them inside your classroom. They are a very valuable teacher tool because they are quick to implement, allow you to easily scan the results, and can be done with any subject at any time durin...
Maternity Leave: Your First 5 Steps
February 01, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBToday we’re talking about a topic that many of you may currently be planning for, or will be planning for in the near future, and that is maternity leave. Maybe you’ve just finished college, recently gotten married, and landed your dream teaching job. Day by day, you're checking off all the boxes, and your next hope and dream might be to start a family. This is such an exciting time, but it can also be a bit stressful as a teacher. Having a baby means taking maternity leave and leaving yo...
24 Fun & Easy Indoor Recess Activities for Elementary Classrooms
January 25, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBThere are two words that can quickly turn any teacher’s day upside down. Indoor recess. 😳 If you know, you know! Indoor recess often comes with a lot of noise, chaos, and stress. It’s in these moments that you realize the importance of having some tips and tricks up your sleeve that you can pull out when indoor recess has to happen. It requires some upfront work, but it will pay off big time. To help you with this, I’m sharing 24 indoor recess activities that will keep your students engag...
How to Support Your Speech & Language Students with Hallie Sherman
January 18, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBWhen we see a student struggling, we often feel like it’s our fault and that we need to have all the answers, but I want to encourage you to lean on the staff at your school to help. When it comes to speech and language, there are so many elements to consider, and your school’s SLP has the skill set required to determine if a student needs their services. Our guest today, Hallie Sherman, is here to provide so much great information about speech and language. She’s sharing which skills are ...
How Walt Disney Would Manage Your Classroom - Part Three
January 11, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBToday marks episode three in our three-part series on how Walt Disney would manage your classroom. In part one, we talked about creating a legendary layout in your classroom. In part two, we looked at how you can establish energizing expectations, rules, and routines for you and your students. Be sure to listen to those episodes before tuning into this one! To wrap up this fun series, we’re focusing on the main reason why we all go to Disneyland in the first place. It’s something I love to...
How Walt Disney Would Manage Your Classroom - Part Two
January 04, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBInside episode #224, we kicked off our Walt Disney classroom management series by talking about the foundational elements included in thinking through a legendary layout for your classroom. If you missed that episode, you can check it out here. Today, in part two of this series, we’re going to imagine what Walt Disney would say about how to manage our classrooms. We’ll consider the importance of creating energizing expectations as part of your classroom management plan, and four things you...
How Walt Disney Would Manage Your Classroom - Part One
December 28, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBThere’s just something about being at Disney World that is completely magical. ✨ 🏰 The world feels brighter, and even as an adult, it brings back the best memories. Now, I don’t want to take the magic away, but what you might not realize is that theme parks like Disney World are carefully and meticulously designed to create that magical experience for you. Here’s the really cool thing, though. We can learn a lot about these theme park experiences as educators. We can use these same element...
Teachers Are Not Classroom Therapists with Elizabeth Peterson
December 21, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAs teachers, we wear so many hats every single day. We are organizers, facilitators, cheerleaders, coaches, nurses, janitors, and so much more. Often, you may even feel like you’re expected to fit the role of “classroom therapist”. But here’s the thing - you aren’t a therapist, and you shouldn’t be expected to put that hat on. I know how exhausting it can be to manage some of the personalities that you have in your classroom. When you signed up to be a teacher, you likely didn’t expect to ...
15 Ways to Use Timers to Streamline Your Classroom Management
December 14, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBLet’s talk about a very underrated classroom management tool…timers. Specifically, using timers in your PowerPoint slides. This is one of my favorite ways to streamline and improve classroom management. So much so that I’m shocked I’ve managed to create over 200 podcast episodes without talking about it! I am giving you 15 ways that you can use timers to streamline your classroom management in today’s episode. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/ways-to-use-timers Take my FREE...
What to Do When Parents Say, “My Child Hates School!”
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MB“My child hates school.” Ouch. Have you ever had a parent say this to you before? If not, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it’s most likely coming at one point or another - and oh my goodness, it does not feel good. Hearing "my child hates school" is one of those things that cuts deep and instantly messes with our mindset. We begin to doubt our competence as a teacher. It can be especially challenging when it happens if you’re a new teacher and already feeling so unsure about yo...
Teaching Today's Kids: Best Practices
November 30, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBHave you heard of the term 'digital native’? Our guest, Rachael Parlett, explains that ‘digital native’ is a phrase that describes our students in today’s world, meaning that children speak the language of technology and absorb information through technology. It’s what they’ve known their whole lives, and in many cases, it’s how they connect with people. Because of the huge role that technology plays in all of our lives, teaching strategies and best practices are shifting. They aren’t t...
How to Handle Missing Work & Absences
November 23, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBThe fall and winter months come with lots of sick children, and in turn, absent students from your class. You know what that means - extra work for you! When your students miss school, that means they need to catch up on missing work (among other things) when they get back. With everything that you are already responsible for as a teacher, managing missed work due to absences can become very overwhelming very quickly. Today I’m sharing 10 ways that you can handle missing work and absenc...
5 Planning Tips to to Help You Achieve Work-Life Balance
November 16, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBCan teachers really get all of their lesson planning done during their contract hours? This is probably the holy grail of teacher questions. Is it actually possible? The answer is yes, it is absolutely possible. Today I’m joined by my close friend, Sara Marye, and we’re tackling this hot topic. Sara is sharing five great tips for lesson planning so that you can take back your nights and weekends by planning more efficiently and more effectively. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen....
When You Get a New Student Mid-Year
November 09, 2022 12:03 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBHave you ever received an email from your school’s secretary letting you know that you’re getting a new student? Getting this news can sometimes cause a bit of panic as you run through the list of everything you need to do to get ready for them to join your class. From the student’s perspective, it can be really difficult to start at a new school, especially mid-year. They’re often walking into your classroom without knowing anyone, not knowing the routines, or even how to get around the ...
Is Your Admin Supportive? How to Ask for the Help You Need
November 02, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBAre you struggling with classroom management, or something else that is holding you back from becoming the teacher you've always dreamed of being? If so, it's time to ask for support from admin, and I'll show you how. I have four key ways that you can ask for help from your admin, as well as what to do if you aren't feeling supported by your admin. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/support-from-admin Take my FREE quiz to receive your curated podcast playlist: https://www.drl...
How to Reduce Overwhelm & Stop Imposter Syndrome
October 26, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBHow many times have you spent your entire weekend working and then resented having to go into work on Monday morning? When you show up, you’re completely exhausted and would give just about anything to crawl back into bed and sleep for just a few more hours. If it sounds like I know a little bit too much about this, it’s because I’ve been there. I’ve made the mistake of spending my weekends deep in school work, especially during my first few years of teaching. It sucked all of the energy, ...
22 Halloween Class Party Games for Elementary Classrooms (& How to Manage Seasonal Halloween Energy)
October 19, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 24 MBSpooky season is here and as teachers, we know what that comes with, right? 🎃 Lots of Halloween energy! 🎃 Inside this episode, I’m going to give you several ideas that you can use to make a Halloween class party really fun. These ideas will allow your students to funnel their energy into something that will be enjoyable for everybody. I have 22 class party game ideas, and have divided them into three different categories - games that you can use in centers, games you can play as a whole clas...
How to Plan for a Sub (So You Can Take a Day Off)
October 12, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBHave you ever been sick, but still showed up to teach anyway? Teachers do this so often, and it’s usually for one of two reasons. They feel like it’s easier to go in than it is to try and put together sub plans (even when they’re feeling awful!) or they feel guilty for calling in sick…especially with the current sub shortage. Our guest today, Kelsey Sorenson, is here to encourage you to change your thought process around taking a day off. She’ll share how you can plan for a sub ahead of t...
How to Be Happier (& Enjoy Teaching More)
October 05, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBDo you feel genuinely happy in your day to day life, both in and out of the classroom? Happiness is something that we all long for, and I think it’s one of the most important topics that we can talk about on this podcast. The older I get, the more I realize that what really matters, and how much we actually enjoy our lives, is determined by how happy we are. So the big question is, if you aren’t happy, how do you change that? How do we become happier in our everyday lives? Most importantl...
12 Ways to Keep the Rest of the Class on Task When You’re Working with Small Groups
September 28, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBRaise your hand if you’ve ever experienced the struggle of running small groups. 🙋🏻♀️ You spend so much time planning and prepping for your groups, only to be distracted the majority of the time by all the disruptions from the rest of your class. How are you supposed to keep your class on task so that you can run effective small groups? So many of you, myself included when I first started teaching, really need help figuring this out. That’s why I’m going to share 12 strategies that you ...
Why You’re Struggling with Classroom Management: What Nobody Told You
September 21, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBOver the past couple of weeks on the podcast, we've been talking about a couple of different topics. One of them was how to set up your teacher planning binder. And the other one was how to manage all of that student data. As I was recording those episodes, it really got me thinking about how classroom management is a much broader topic than what we traditionally think about classroom management as. I've worked with more than 1,500 teachers inside the R.E.A.D.Y for School Academy over t...
How to Manage All That Student Data
September 14, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBI don’t know about you, but when I first started teaching elementary school, “student data” was the one term that struck fear in my heart. The phrase made me uncomfortable. I didn’t feel prepared to be able to collect and organize data on my students. I didn’t learn about it in University, and I’ve never been a math person, so it just felt like something that was going to be a real challenge for me. If you’re feeling this way as you begin a new school year, you definitely aren’t alone. I’m h...
How to Set Up Your Teacher Planning Binder: Your Essential Classroom Management Tool
September 07, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBDo your eyes light up when you walk through the office supply aisle at Target? As teachers, the colorful flair pens, sticky notes, and art supplies are basically our love language. So, when someone puts a really pretty planner in front of us, that just makes our whole day, right? The problem is that a lot of the planners out there expect that you have taught for at least a few years, and even include things that you just won’t ever use. That’s why I’m going to teach you how to set up your ...
What to Do When You Get Your Curriculum (and Start Freaking Out)
August 31, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBThere’s always so much to do at the beginning of a new school year. The busyness comes with stress, overwhelm, and way too little sleep! Then there’s the panic that sets in when you get your curriculum for the year…especially as a new teacher. Before you freak out, just know that you are not alone. There are so many other teachers who are feeling the exact same way. To address this stress you’re experiencing, I’m sharing some advice and suggestions that will help you when you get your curric...
What to Do When You’re Asked to Change Grades at the Last Minute
August 24, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBImagine you’ve spent all summer preparing to teach second grade. It’s the position you were hired to teach, and you’re ready to start in a week and a half. Then, you get a call from your principal letting you know that you’ll actually be teaching fourth grade. Your mind instantly goes into freak out mode. What are you going to do? You aren’t prepared! For those of you who may be in this situation, deep breath, friend. I’m here to ease your overwhelm and worries. When switching grade le...
5 Fantastic Activities for the First Weeks of School
August 17, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBOne of the best ways that you can create a sense of community in your classroom from the very beginning is by being intentional about the activities you choose, especially during that first week of school. It’s important to be strategic about these activities not only to build that community, but also to teach routines inside your classroom. I know you’ve got more than enough on your plate right now, so I’m going to give you five fantastic first weeks of school activities, plus book recomm...
How to Get Planned, Prepped, and Organized Without Working 24/7 with Stephanie Palovchik
August 10, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBDo you take your school work home every weekend? Do you check work emails on the weekend? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you may think it’s not even possible to stop doing these things. You may also find it challenging to get any real planning done during contracted hours. As teachers, the lines behind work time and personal time can get very blurry very quickly…even after the back-to-school craziness has come and gone. If you feel like you’re working 24/7, then you’re goin...
14 Things to Tell Parents on the First Day of School
August 03, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIf you've been listening to the podcast for a while, you know that I recommend that you do a monthly newsletter for parents every single month of the school year. However, when it comes to that first day of school, you need a welcome packet that contains all kinds of information that parents need, and want, to know! I have 14 specific things that you absolutely need to tell parents on that first day of school in your back to school welcome packet. Preparing this information in advance will...
10 Must-Have Resources for First-Year Teachers
July 27, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBNobody talks about how much time and effort it really takes to set up your first classroom! It’s a lot of work. If you are a first-year teacher, one way that I can help you get prepared for the upcoming school year is to tell you about 10 must-have resources that will set yourself up for success. Having these resources is going to help you reduce a lot of the stress and overwhelm of having to create everything from scratch. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/must-have-resources...
READY for the School Year with First-Year Teacher Kelsey Moody
July 18, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBAre you a beginning teacher getting ready for your very first year of teaching? If so, you’re going to love today’s episode because I am talking to Kelsey Moody, who is also preparing for the upcoming school year. Kelsey is from West Virginia, and will be teaching fourth grade this fall. She is also a student in my R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy. She has been going through the program with us for the past two months, so you're going to get to hear from a beginning teacher who's literally ge...
Classroom Management Hack: Level Up When You Have a Chatty Class
July 16, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.17 MBThis week’s classroom management hack is an amazing hack to use at the beginning of the school year to help your students all get on track towards building a fantastic classroom community. Sign up for my free masterclass, What They Don’t Teach You in College About Preparing for the School Year and Creating a Classroom Management Plan That Actually Works: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/masterclass If you are enjoying these classroom management hack mini-episodes, I would love to know! Scre...
New Teacher Spotlight: Rebecca Stafford
July 13, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBI have a special treat for you in today's episode because I am interviewing one of my R.E.A.D.Y for School Academy students, Rebecca Stafford. Becca just finished her first year of teaching first grade and is on the podcast to share her experience with you. You'll hear Rebecca's advice for new teachers, what her biggest takeaways from the Academy were, and more. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/rebecca-stafford Sign up for my free masterclass, What They Don’t Teach You in C...
Classroom Management Hack: Maybe Box
July 09, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MBDo you have students who constantly bring toys to school that end up being a big distraction? This week’s classroom management hack will help! Sign up for my free masterclass, What They Don’t Teach You in College About Preparing for the School Year and Creating a Classroom Management Plan That Actually Works: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/masterclass If you are enjoying these classroom management hack mini-episodes, I would love to know! Screenshot this episode, add it to your Instagra...
How to Know if You’re Ready for the School Year
July 06, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBIf you’re a new teacher, do you feel ready for the upcoming school year? After student teaching, we quickly realize that much of the theory that we learned in college is much more difficult to apply. We start to see the gaps in what we learned in our university classes and how things actually play out inside the classroom. Still, we have a vision in our heads of how we're going to be an amazing teacher just like the amazing teachers we've had before us. But we underestimate, or are entire...
Classroom Management Hack: The Desk Fairy
July 02, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.54 MBThis week’s classroom management hack is a fun way to add a little magic to your students’ day (and encourage clean desks)! Sign up for my free masterclass, What They Don’t Teach You in College About Preparing for the School Year and Creating a Classroom Management Plan That Actually Works: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/masterclass If you are enjoying these classroom management hack mini-episodes, I would love to know! Screenshot this episode, add it to your Instagram stories, and tag me...
Find Your Tribe & Prepare Ahead for Crazy Back-to-School Busy
June 29, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBThe following sentence just might qualify as the understatement of the century...I think we might have a tendency to underestimate how hard it is to be a teacher when we've never had our own classroom before. The truth is, we just don't realize how demanding this profession is until we're in it. So, with a new school year is approaching, I want to share the importance of finding your tribe and how to prepare for that crazy back-to-school busy. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/b...
Classroom Management Hack: Lucky Ducks
June 25, 2022 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.85 MBToday’s classroom management hack is a super cute one, and a great way of randomly selecting a student to answer questions. If you are enjoying these classroom management hack mini-episodes, I would love to know! Screenshot this episode, add it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @beginningteachertalk. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/lucky-ducks Grab your FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/checklist-hacks Join the Chaos to Con...
Must-Have Class Jobs: The Key to Your Self-Running Classroom
June 22, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBClass jobs can make a huge impact on your classroom when implemented with intention. They are a way to build community, they give students responsibility, and they take a lot of the work off your plate as a teacher! In this episode I'm sharing why I love giving every single student a class job, and how it is the key to a self-running classroom. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/self-running-classroom Get on the waitlist for the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy: https://www.drlo...
Classroom Management Hack: Use Yoga Chimes
June 18, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.15 MBI'm all about finding simple ways to get students' attention quickly and finding creative ways to give our students a reset if they're getting a little chatty. Today’s classroom management hack is an easy way to create a sense of calm and peace in your classroom! If you are enjoying these classroom management hack mini-episodes, I would love to know! Screenshot this episode, add it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @beginningteachertalk. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blo...
How to Build Up Your Classroom Library Without Breaking the Bank
June 15, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBWhat are the best books to get for my classroom? How do I start a classroom library from scratch without spending all of my money?! These are questions that I get asked all the time in my work with beginning elementary teachers…and for good reason! I mean, holy cow, looking at a bunch of empty bookshelves is intimidating, and probably causing you to see dollar signs. So today, we're going to talk all about how you can build up your classroom library without breaking the bank. Show Notes: h...