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10 Easy End of Year Countdown Ideas for Elementary Classrooms
Need simple end of year ideas that won’t leave you exhausted? In this episode of The Education Connection , Robin Wilson shares an easy 10 day balloon countdown filled with low prep, low cost activities that elementary studen...
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May 10, 2026
10 Easy End of Year Countdown Ideas for Elementary Classrooms
Need simple end of year ideas that won’t leave you exhausted? In this episode of The Education Connection , Robin Wilson shares an easy 10 day balloon countdown filled with low prep, low cost activities that elementary studen...
May 4, 2026
First Grade Prefix and Suffix Activities | Easy Phonics Lessons for Word Building
In this episode of The Education Connection , Robin Wilson shares simple and effective ways to teach prefixes and suffixes in first grade without overcomplicating the skill. If teaching prefix and suffix feels tricky with you...
April 25, 2026
From Teaching to Learning: A System That Reaches Every Student
In this episode, I share a classroom system inspired by Robert J. Marzano that focuses on one goal: making sure every student truly learns—not just receives instruction. I walk through how I introduce new concepts using “I do...
April 19, 2026
Teaching Contractions in First Grade: Easy Activities That Work
In this episode of The Education Connection , I’m sharing exactly how I teach contractions in my first grade classroom in a way that actually sticks. If you’ve ever introduced contractions and realized your students aren’t qu...
April 11, 2026
When a Child Should Be Retained: A Conversation for Teachers and Parents
When a teacher recommends retention, it can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. Parents may feel worried or unsure, and teachers know this is one of the most important decisions they make all year. In this episode, we wa...
April 4, 2026
My Students Beg for This 10-Minute Review (And It’s Working)
In this episode, I’m sharing a simple routine I added to my math block that is making a big difference in what my students actually remember. I’m still teaching my regular lessons and following my curriculum, but I added just...
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