One of my favorite parts of Pinterest is collecting. I go through little obsessive spurts of what I’m looking for. When I first found Pinterest, I was collecting blog links. I hadn’t yet discovered how to follow blogs using Google Reader. Last month, when I bought my first Smash Book, I started collecting pins about […]


Tips and Tutorials
I’m one of those people that just jumps in. If there is something I want to do, I just give it a try. I started my blog and TPT store around the same time.I had no idea when I started this blog and that store how much there was to learn. I was very lucky […]


How To Follow a Blog
As I type that title I realize the irony that those of you that follow my blog will see it and that most that don’t won’t. I remember the day that I discovered teacher blogs. I remember being in a haze, hopping from one to the next, making bookmark after book mark. Periodically I would […]


How To Make Tables in Powerpoint
I debated whether to share my lesson plan book with you because I know no one in the world will have a schedule like mine. But, it is a great idea inspired by a friend, so I decided to do a tutorial so you could learn how to make one for yourself. Once you know […]


How to Upload and Item to Teachers Pay Teachers
I’ve supported a few wonderful new teachers over the years. You’re first years are hard. There will be things that pop up and surprise you. Just breathe. You can do this. Make sure you have a clear behavior plan in place. Whether it’s a clip chart or something else, make sure it is simple and […]

