Upper elementary classroom

Help! I've always been a primary grades teacher, and now I'm moving to upper elementary. What do I need to know? Read this and find out!

Back to school season is both exciting and overwhelming. There's so much for teachers to do, and never enough time to do it. Below, find activities and ideas for those first days of school to help set your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade student up for a successful year. The ideas below include: classroom management tips ice breakers and activity ... Read More

What is your morning routine in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades? Three tips and resources for a smooth and productive classroom morning routine in upper elementary. The best ideas to start the day in the classroom.

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My first job at a school very much believed in the power of Morning Meeting. I was able to meld my Morning Meeting time into a tradition.

Classroom routines and procedures in the middle school ELA and upper elementary classroom to keep classroom organized and running smooth.

Are you looking for a new morning routine in your upper elementary classroom? Soft starts are a way to ease your students into the morning while helping them connect with one another and meeting their social emotional needs.

Before the start of each school year, I spend a lot of time reevaluating the routines and procedures that I use in my classroom. Establishing routines and procedures early on, sets the stage for a well-managed classroom and helps ensure "smooth sailing" for rest of the school year!! Below is a list that I refer to each year when establishing routines and procedures for my classroom.... {Click here to download!} Like anything else we teach our students, these routines and procedures need to…

High expectations are important in any upper elementary classroom and there are THREE ways that I make sure that I am set up for success. I use classroom management routines all about respect and create a classroom charter. I also intentionally teach research-backed lessons all about growth mindset. Take a look at these step-by-step routines for upper elementary classrooms in third, fourth, and fifth grades. Great for in-person and online learning, not just for back to school!