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Third Grade Classroom Tour : Designed For Self-Directed Learning

This year, I decided to make some modifications to my classroom decor, and I am thrilled to share this reveal with you all. This post contains affiliate links for which I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you should you make a purchase. Before I describe each area of my classroom and share links, a bit of background information about the process behind designing this classroom layout. I have been teaching for seven years, and have consistently used the same blues and greens throughout my classroom design. This is a huge money saver because I can spend a little extra on higher quality organization tools, and

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Make Differentiated Math Centers Simple With Math Workshop

Planning and prepping differentiating math centers can feel like a full-time teaching job in and of itself. In your classroom, you probably have anywhere from 2-5 unique groups of learners when you introduce each of your math topics throughout the year. These groups range in ability level and independence level and it might feel like the best way to maximize their math learning is to offer each of these unique groups personalized math centers that meet their needs. When you successfully plan and execute differentiated math centers you see your students far more engaged, and that they have a deeper understanding of the concepts from that day’s lesson. You probably

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Hello, I'm Laura

My goal is to help you transform your classroom into an organized learning environment where students feel confident, valued, and inspired to take ownership of their learning. I’ll show you how this is all possible when you simplify differentiation and focus on respect for all members of the classroom community.

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