Latest Second grade Podcast Episodes
Story Writing Part 1
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - November 15, 2022 12:00 - 5 minutesToday I go over the method I use for introducing story writing to kids in later First Grade and early Second or Third Grade. I will model the outline and then write a short story. Here are the highlights: 0:18 Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then 0:42 Somebody 1:28 Wanted 1:40 But 1:50 So 2:14 Th...
Number Sense Games
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - November 13, 2022 14:00 - 9 minutesToday show you some fun dice and card games for teaching number sense. Here are the highlights: 0:18 Number Sense Games 0:32 Dice Games 0:48 Roll and Match K and 1 1:53 Extensions 2:17 Dotzee 4:04 Card Games 4:49 Ordering number cards 6:00 Extensions 7:00 Go Fish 8:12 Extensions Joi...
WRITING - How to retell a story.
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - November 11, 2022 21:00 - 6 minutesToday I explain the technique I use to get children to write a summary of a story they've read in their Journal. It's a step-by-step procedure that is easy for most first graders to follow. I find it's also great for ELL third graders. Here are the highlights: 0:22 Beginning of story 1:15 M...
How to Explain Number Sense to Parents
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - October 19, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutesToday I explain how you can tell parents about Number Sense and ways you can teach it to your own class. Number sense is very important to learn and in this video I explain why. Here are the highlights: 0:22 Explaining to parents. 038 Basically Number Sense is... 1:05 Number bonds 1:42 Fac...
Journal Writing - how to introduce it to your class
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - October 18, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutesToday I'm explaining how I introduce Journal writing expectations for 2nd and 3rd grade. I use a step-by-step format to guide the kids to write a complete page that makes sense. Here are the highlights: 0:42 Brainstorm what we need in a journal entry - who, what, when, where, how 1:33 Brains...
Fun Games to Teach Probability
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - October 17, 2022 20:00 - 6 minutesToday I'm sharing 3 different games for teaching probability. Probability is a difficult concept for young children, but they all understand when something is fair. Here are the highlights: 0:48 Game One - Heads or Tails 2:14 Game Two - Same or Different 3:55 Game Three - Catch a Point 5:0...
What to do when students don't know what to write about in their Journals
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - October 01, 2022 19:00 - 6 minutesHere's what I do when I have students tell me that they don't know what to write about in their Journal. Here are the highlights: 0:15 Find something in their desk 1:00 Start describing orally 1:55 Start writing 2:36 Good writers re-read what they write 3:31 Puzzle Eraser Description 4:00 ...
How I Introduce Patterning in Primary Classrooms
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - September 25, 2022 21:00 - 10 minutesToday I go over my introductory lesson on Patterning. I show adaptations for students in Kindergarten to Third Grade. Here are the highlights: 0:19 Using Math Junk 1:00 Introduce concepts 2;32 Sharing their pattern with the class 4:30 My unit on patterning 6:05 Repeating patterns 6:23 G...
Introducing Journals in the K to 3rd Classroom
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - September 14, 2022 18:00 - 14 minutesToday I will show you step-by-step how I introduce Journal writing to 5 to 8 year olds. This is what I do every September with Kindergarten, First Grade, Second Grade and even Third Grade students. Here are the highlights: 0:15 Introducing the Journals 1:01 Temporary Journals 1:45 Kindergar...
Using Math Junk In The Classroom
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - September 08, 2022 02:00 - 11 minutesToday I am discussing Math Junk. Some people call them Junk Collections. I give a step-by-step account of how I introduce these to my class and then discuss all the fantastic ways you can use Math Junk in your classroom. Plus I tell you all about how you can start your own Math Junk collectio...
Phonemic Awareness Game
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - August 31, 2022 13:00 - 4 minutesToday I show you a quick and easy phonemic awareness game. It's fun and all you need is a whiteboard, marker and eraser. Here are the highlights: 0:23 Phonemic Awareness Game 1:28 Extensions to the Game 2:41 Older Children and the Game Join my FB group: If you happen to use any of these ide...
Setting Up Your First Classroom
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - August 23, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutesToday I go over what you need to think about when setting up your first classroom at the start of the school year. This is perfect for first and second grade teachers. Here's a breakdown of the highlights. 0:45 Teacher Desk Area 1:27 Sink/ Art Area 1:37 Coat Hooks 1:45 Carpet Area 2:34 Calendar...
OTT: 184 The Do's and Don'ts of the First Week of School for Teachers
One Tired Teacher - August 22, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsThe first week of school is always an exciting time for teachers. After a long summer break, it's back to the classroom and a chance to start fresh with a new group of students. However, the first week can also be a bit overwhelming, especially for new teachers. To help you make the most of the ...
Phoneme Mapping
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - August 16, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutesIf you are interested in learning about Science of Reading you will like this video. Today I go through the process of teaching phoneme mapping to 5 to 7 year olds. It's great for kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. I explain why I like to teach it near the beginning of the school yea...
OTT: 183 5 Hilarious Back to School Stories From Teachers
One Tired Teacher - August 15, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsIt's that time of year again! Teachers across the country are dusting off their desks and preparing for another year of teaching. And with a new school year comes a fresh batch of back-to-school stories. From hilarious to heartwarming, these stories always seem to bring a smile to our faces. So ...
Teaching Graphing to Young Students
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - August 09, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutesToday I describe how I introduce and teach graphing for kindergarten, first grade, second grade, and third grade. I explain why I like to teach it near the beginning of the school year. Join my FB group: https://www.facebook.com/savvyteachin... If you happen to use any of these ideas at home ...
OTT: 182 3 Encouraging Reasons for Teachers to Stay In the Classroom
One Tired Teacher - August 08, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsFor every teacher that leaves the classroom, there are a thousand reasons why they did it. From the never-ending paperwork to the unruly students, it's no wonder that so many teachers are throwing in the towel. However, there are also a number of reasons why teachers should stay in the classroom...
Classroom Management Tips
Savvy Teaching Tips Podcast - August 04, 2022 22:00 - 31 minutesHere's a compilation of 12 Classroom Management Tips for new teachers. Use these tips to manage difficult children from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade (Grade 3). I give clear, concise tips on all the little things needed to create a calm and respectful classroom. Here's a breakdown of where to fin...
OTT 181: How Teachers Decide Whether to Stay in the Classroom or Leave the Classroom
One Tired Teacher - August 01, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsTwo seasoned teachers discuss the how and why of deciding whether or not to leave the classroom. Many people believe that being a teacher is one of the most rewarding professions. After all, what could be more gratifying than shaping the minds of tomorrow's leaders? However, teaching is not alw...
OTT 180: Five Helpful Things You Must Try This School Year
One Tired Teacher - July 25, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday two tired teachers sit down and discuss the five helpful things you must try this school year. We hope you stick around! Links Mentioned in the Show: Link to 176 and 178 Yoga in the Classroom (Inside Cool Down Corner Kit) HeadSpace Go Noodle Reading Comprehension for Science Themati...
OTT 179: What is So Wrong With Clip Charts in the Classroom?
One Tired Teacher - July 18, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday two tired teachers sit down and talk about the dreaded clip chart. Don't worry we BOTH have used them. AND we have very different ideas of what works and doesn't. So you are going to want to stick around. Links Mentioned in the Show: Why I Broke Up With My Clip Chart Back to School Pac...
OTT 178: How do Elementary Teachers Master The Do Less to Get More Theory?
One Tired Teacher - July 11, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday two tired teachers sit down and discuss the powerful do less and get more theory! We hope you will join us. Links Mentioned in the Show: 176 How do Terrific Teachers Set Boundaries Over the Summer? Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encour...
OTT 177: How do Terrific Teachers Set Up a Classroom On a Budget?
One Tired Teacher - July 04, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday two tired teachers sit down and discuss setting up a classroom while on a budget. I mean let's get real. Setting up a Pinterest-worthy classroom is EXPENSIVE and takes A LOT of time. So come get some tips on making it a whole lot easier! Links Mentioned in the Show: Emergency Sub Plans f...
OTT 176: How do Terrific Teachers Set Boundaries Over the Summer?
One Tired Teacher - June 27, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday two tired teachers sit down and discuss the necessity of setting boundaries this summer. Teachers work so hard. Every time you say yes, you are saying no to something else. Who are you saying no to? Come sit down with Leigh and I to hear ideas for setting boundaries. We get it! We are p...
OTT 175: What Do Makerspace and Literature Have to do With Innovation and Reading?
One Tired Teacher - June 20, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday two tired teachers sit down and discuss the magic of reading, Makerspace, and innovation! I hope you will join us. Links Mentioned in the Show: Free ELA Book List By Standard for Makerspace Join Trina's Free Summer Workshop on Makerspace and Reading Mastering Makerspace: Easy-to-follow...
174 Is Two Tired Teachers More Than One Tired Teacher?
One Tired Teacher - June 13, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday I welcome a special co-host making this Two Tired Teachers! Leigh Langton The Applicious Teacher will be joining me on the podcast for the entire summer! I hope you will join us. Links Mentioned in the Show: Leigh Langton The Applicious Teacher The Applicious Teacher on TpT Trina De...
OTT 173: 4 Sneaky Mistakes That Are Messing Up Your Summer Mojo
One Tired Teacher - June 06, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday we are talking all about 4 sneaky mistakes that can steal our summer mojo. 1. Not having a plan for next year prior to leaving. 2. Treating your whole summer as a vacation. 3. Refusing to read anything. 4. Not being deliberate. Links Mentioned in the Show: Free End-of-the-Year Reade...
OTT 172: 3 Tweaks That Made An End of the School Year Difference
One Tired Teacher - May 30, 2022 09:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsHey there! Happy Memorial Day! As I know many teachers are spending time with family and celebrating this National holiday, I will make this episode short and sweet. Today we will discuss three tweaks that made the end of the school year different. 1. Tweak number one: I've said it before, a...
OTT 171: What Do Teachers Think About a 4 Day School Week
One Tired Teacher - May 23, 2022 09:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsSo I've seen the idea of 4 day school weeks come up a lot. I started wondering what teachers think of this. So I did a little digging, and I found out the scoop. Come take a listen! Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today...
OTT 170: What's Really Wrong With the School System From the Eyes of a Millennial
One Tired Teacher - May 16, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsIn today’s episode, I have my daughter, Emily talking about what is wrong with the education system. Emily and I get deep and shed a few tears in this vulnerable discussion about education. We touch on a few things; What is wrong with education, what can be done differently in schools, and our p...
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