How to Advocate for your Child Without Being a Helicopter Parent
Does sending your kid's teacher an email leave you feeling anxious? Here's how to reach out and get what you want!
11/17/2022
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3 Secrets to Success at your Parent Teacher Conference
When you go to your child's parent teacher conference, make sure you mention these three things!
My last week of teaching...after 10 years
This is my 3rd vlog on leaving teaching. Hear about my last weeks in the classroom and how it felt to pack up my room. I’m very sad in this video, but I want to assure you I’ve invested a lot of time in my self care and feel really happy now.
How do pumpkins grow? | My day at Carrigan Farms learning about pumpkin flowers and pollination
Miss Natalie visited Carrigan Farms in Mooresville, North Carolina to learn about farming pumpkins. She interviews Farmer William and learns about growing pumpkins in the regions of North Carolina, how to set up and irrigate the field, unique pumpkin flowers, and how bees pollinate them.
Banned Children's Books - The ridiculous reason these books were banned
Miss Natalie is reviewing famously banned (almost banned) books this week. In this video she reviews classics Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak and Sylvester and the Magic Pebble by William Steig- why was it banned? and will it really cause society to fall apart? Miss Natalie gives her perspective.
Banned Book Review: Hop on Pop, by Dr. Seuss
Review of Dr. Seuss's famous "Hop on Pop" - why was it banned, and will it really cause society to fall apart? Miss Natalie gives her perspective.
I met Vivo the Kinkajou! Well, kind of...
All about honeybears! Meet Poppy, the kinkajou, and our day together making trouble
Cute newborn piglets! All about piglets and pigs
Use this video to research pigs and learn pig facts. Vocabulary: pig, piglet, sow, farrow
All the baby farm animals!
All about my day meeting goats, piglets, alpacas, llamas, kinkajou, bunny, donkey, sheep, and emu!
Why I Quit Teaching - North Carolina teacher vlog
Deciding to leave my job was a hard decision- this vlog shares how I decided to leave and how I made the most of my last few months in the classroom.
How I Teach Spelling - Using Elkonin Letter Boxes to teach your child to spell
Elkonin Letter Boxes are a great way to teach phonics and help your child learn to read.
I resigned from teaching...a message from a teacher's broken heart
Please share this video with a friend. It's so important people learn how teachers, especially those in states like North Carolina are treated.
2022 TOP 3 End of Year Teacher Gift Ideas - Easy Teacher Gifts for Summer
If you're trying to figure out what end of year present to get for your kid's elementary school teacher, look no further!
Are All Flamingos Pink? | All About Flamingos for Kids
Miss Natalie shares facts about flamingos, those beautiful pink birds that show up in cartoons, zoos, and movies!
The Main Idea Song
This video shows how I teach Main Idea and Details to my kindergartners. I also used this song in first grade.
The Panther's Shadowy Secret | All About Panthers for Kids
Miss Natalie shares facts about panthers and the surprising answers to which is stronger: panthers, leopards, or jaguars?
Kindergarten Math Lesson: Addition, Subtraction, Equals Symbol
This video is from a math vocabulary lesson explaining addition, plus sign, subtraction, minus sign, and equals sign.
Capybara! Learn about Chispi from Encanto - for kids
Miss Natalie shares facts about the world's largest rodent: the capybara. Capybaras can grow up to be 2ft tall and 4ft long!
Marsupials for Kids | Kangaroos, Koalas, Opossums, and other animals with pouches
Miss Natalie dives into the world of marsupials. These mammals have pouches to carry their young until they are fully developed. Did you know they are only found on 3 continents?
How I teach author and illustrator Whole Brain Teaching
These are the gestures I use to teach the title, author, and illustrator to my kindergarten and first grade students. I use these with every book we read.
How to HOLD A PENCIL for kids!
Teach your child to hold a pencil and the types of crayons, pencils, and pencil grips your child may need Here's a little essay about this
How Teach Your Kid to use Scissors Kindergarten Preschool
Teaching a child to use scissors can be frustrating, but with a little patience and practice you can teach your child to cut in no time! Check out my affiliate links below for all the supplies you'll need thanks for supporting my channel!
Old Christmas Movies Are Chaotic Evil
Miss Natalie looks back at some of the most nostalgic Christmas movies and specials....unfortunately they did not all stand the test of time.
The BEST teacher holiday gift ideas...FROM A REAL TEACHER!
Winter break is coming up- are you getting your teacher a holiday or Christmas gift?
Teach Your Kid Sight Words & CVC Words
Learn what sight words and CVC words are, and how to teach them to your child. Perfect for your preschool, kindergarten, or 1st grader!
Kindergarten Cuss Words with Junie B. Jones & Other Children's Books I Love
Natalie takes a look at her favorite children's books and why these kooky characters make her smile.
The Secret to Passing Kindergarten
Are you preparing for kindergarten? Are you worried your child will be retained in kindergarten? Watch this video to see the big goals for learning.
5 Things You Don't Know About Me
Mike sent me 5 questions to answer with no prep! Learn more about me, being a teacher, and what I do outside of school!
North Carolina Teachers Need Help
Reports are showing that workers are logging more hours than ever since the start of the pandemic. Today, Natalie breaks down two reports from Microsoft and Fishbowl to see what is going on. Then gives some tips on how to draw boundaries to get back your work life balance.
Top 5 Questions to Ask at Your Parent Teacher Conference
When you go to your child's parent teacher conference, listen to the answers to these 5 questions. If you don't hear it, then ask!
Kindergarten Classroom Reveal!
Back to school! I'm taking a break from teacher tips to show off my classroom.
Why Your Kid's Teacher Needs to Know About your Divorce
Divorced? Co parenting? Here's what your child's teacher need to know about your family setup for a successful school year.
The BEST Teacher Gifts: Back to School 21-22
How can you make that great first impression on your child's teacher?
How do I get my kids to talk to me? No more 1 word conversations!
Are you tired of getting one word answers back when you ask your children how their day was?
Fun math game! Subitize within 12 with dice - fun games from a teacher
Use this fun dice game to teach your child some math basics - perfect for kindergarten
How to keep a family journal - writing with your kindergartner - simple tips from a teacher
Looking for an easy way to teach your child to write? Try a family journal!
Fun Math Game! Subitize within 5 - fun games from a teacher
This fun little game uses tomatoes to teach your 4 or 5 year old basic math number sense
How do I teach my kid to write?
How do I start teach my kid to start writing? Tips for 4 and 5 year olds
Eye Spy Hacks - trick your kids into learning!
Bored in the car this summer? Use these simple tricks to review skills while playing Eye Spy.
Counting game with cubes- easy math game for young learners!
Play this game with objects around your house to teach your child how to count
Counting game with spoons- easy math game for young learners!
An easy game you can play with your kindergartener to teach them to count - using nothing but spoons from around the house!
Math isn't hard! Teach math skills to your kid at home
A quick and easy little game to teach your 4 or 5 year old number sense at home
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[Part 2] How to pick your child's school - 4 things you can actually control
School rating websites are NOT a great tool for finding a new school - here's why
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[Part 1] How to pick your child's school - The 4 types of schools
Selecting your child’s elementary school can be very hard! Let's talk about the 4 common types of elementary schools
Do's and Don'ts of teaching the Alphabet
Some quick Do's and Don'ts for teaching your child the alphabet at home
How to prepare your kid for kindergarten this summer- simple tips from a teacher
Don't panic - prepare! 👩🏫 Kindergarten is right around the corner.