Episodes

Rest & Restore – Week 1: Physical Rest That Actually Restores ☁️🪴💤 You made it to summer… but why are you still so tired? 😩☀️ In this first episode of the Rest & Restore mini-series, we’re talking about physical rest — and wh...

In this episode of The Education Connection, I share an honest look at what it feels like to hit summer break and still feel completely drained—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Three days in, and the rest hasn’t kick...

🎙️ New Episode: 4 Days to Go — Ending the Year with Fun Games & Heart It’s the final countdown! 🗓️ Only four days left for me, and if you’re running on fumes, this one’s for you, teacher friend. 💛 Let’s wrap up the year with ...

How to Help Your First Grader Make the Leap to 2nd Grade 📚 Is your child or class moving from 1st to 2nd grade? In this episode, we're breaking down the big academic jumps in both math ➕ and language arts ✏️ —from place value...

When It’s OK to Pause: The Power of Rest for Teachers In this gentle and honest episode of The Education Connection , we’re giving teachers something they rarely get — permission to rest. If you’ve ever felt guilty for callin...

🎙️ Preventing the Summer Slide 📚 Summer is a time for fun and relaxation — but it’s also important to keep those young minds active! In today’s episode, we’ll explore simple, effective ways to prevent the "summer slide" and k...

🎧 Small Groups vs. Whole Group Instruction: What’s Best for Elementary Students? 📌 In today’s episode of The Education Connection , we’re diving into one of the most talked-about debates in elementary education: Should we tea...

Anxiety is showing up more and more in our classrooms—but what does it actually look like, and how can teachers respond in ways that truly help? In this episode of The Education Connection , I’m diving into what anxiety can l...

🎉 Big News! 🎉 I have two exciting updates to share with you! 🛍️ 1. My New Store is LIVE! I'm thrilled to announce that the FirstGradeLoves.com store is officially open! If you’re looking for fun, engaging, and easy-to-use res...

✅ Helping Kids Master Sight Words—The Fun Way! 🎉 📖 Sight words are the foundation of strong reading skills, but memorizing them doesn’t have to be boring! In this episode, I’m sharing fun, hands-on activities to help kids rec...

First grade is a big step, and making sure your child is academically ready can set them up for success! 🎉In this episode, we’ll focus on key reading and math skills that every first grader needs, including: ✔️phonics, ✔️flue...

Is your child ready for kindergarten? This Academic Kindergarten Readiness Checklist will help you track essential skills to ensure a smooth transition into school. Designed for parents and teachers, this checklist focuses on...

In this episode, we explore the growing concern of screen time and its impact on early childhood reading development. Research shows that excessive screen exposure can affect attention span, reduce time spent on interactive r...

Want to give your child the best start for the next school year? The secret is simple— daily reading! Whether you're a parent wondering how to encourage your child to read more or a teacher looking for ways to build a strong ...

Is your child ready for second grade? In this podcast, veteran first-grade teacher Robin Wilson breaks down the essential second-grade skills checklist, helping you understand exactly what a second grader needs to know . From...

Are you preparing for first grade—whether as a teacher, homeschool parent, or private school educator? In this episode of The Education Connection , veteran first-grade teacher Robin Wilson shares practical tips to help stude...

Is your little one getting ready for kindergarten? In this episode of The Education Connection, we dive into essential kindergarten readiness skills every child needs before starting school. As a veteran first-grade teacher a...

In today's episode, I am giving 10 tips to guide you to homeschool socialization and friendships. You can find me on the following social platforms. Connect with me on any of these Social Media Platforms. Facebook Instagram Y...

Homeschooling without the chaos! Listen for all the tips! Connect with me on any of these Social Media Platforms. Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Coaching Blog Teachers Pay Teachers: Find Reading Comprehension Strategies...

I am diving in to the last of the 7 Comprehension Strategies. This one is the Fix It Strategy, which is a combination of all the strategies to make the story make sense. Please connect with me on all my social platforms. Conn...

This episode breaks down the seemingly difficult comprehension strategy of syntheiszing. Once you listen, you will see how easy it is to teach. Connect with me on any of these Social Media Platforms. Facebook Instagram YouTu...

I am so excited to share today's podcast about inferencing! This reading comprehension strategy will help you teach students how to think about what they are reading! Show notes Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Coaching B...

This week I am talking about the comprehension strategy of visualization. Connect with me on any of these Social Media Platforms. Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Coaching Blog Teachers Pay Teachers: Reading Comprehension...

Wishing you a Merry Christmas to you and your Family. Connect with me on any of these Social Media Platforms. Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Coaching Blog Teachers Pay Teachers: Find Reading Comprehension Strategies Bun...