Resources & Freebies Free Download: Parent Teacher Conference Checklist You asked for it! Based on my most popular video, this checklist will help you get the most out of your parent teacher conference. A must have if you're meeting with your child's teacher!
Videos 3 tips to throw the perfect class party | school holiday party inspiration After 10 years in the classroom, Natalie knows a thing or two about class parties. Listen to these hilarious horror stories as she shares tips for the perfect class party. Perfect if youโre planning a class party or just want to laugh at her mistakes.
Newsletter My Picks for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Stock up on essentials and kick off your holiday shopping with these great deals!
Videos Ask a Teacher: Q&A with Primary Focus Parent Teacher Conference, Teacher Birthday Gift, Volunteering ๐ Natalie from Primary Focus answers all your questions from the POV of a teacher! Ask your questions to get support with your child's academic growth, social emotional learning, her education opinions, and what it's like to be a teacher.
Videos Banned Books Week 2023 For Banned Books Week, Natalie plays a game to guess why 5 children's books have been banned. Can you guess the answer?
Newsletter ๐ 5 fall holidays to teach your kids about that aren't Halloween Happy fall! Autumn is a time of year loved around the world. Here, stateside we usually hear about Halloween and Thanksgiving, but there are so many unique festivals celebrated this time of year. If you're already tired of hearing about "spooky scary skeletons" this is for you!
Videos Does my child HAVE to go to preschool? | Preparing for kindergarten without pre-k Only 50% of US children go to preschool. Here's how you can give them preschool without actually sending them...
Videos Ask a Teacher: Q&A with Primary Focus ๐ Natalie from Primary Focus answers all your questions from the POV of a teacher! Natalie taught elementary school for 10 years and has seen it all. Ask your questions to get support with your child's academic growth, social emotional learning, her education opinions, and what it's
Newsletter What teachers CAN'T tell you about state tests In elementary school, your child will encounter tests that are given 3 times a year. Here's a teacher's perspective on these tests...
Videos I HATE my childโs teacher (What should I do?) Are you having issues with your child's teacher? Is your child scared of their teacher? We will walk you through what to do, how to approach this, & problem solve.
Newsletter No Stress Test Prep If your child is in a testing grade, especially third grade, you'll be hearing all year about the state test. I've got a few things you can find out now that you can actually stay in control of...
Newsletter 3 books all rising kindergarten students should read Is you child going to kindergarten? These are perfect books to prepare your child for kindergarten so they walk in feeling confident! Including one for homeschooling!
Newsletter Silently Judging Your Kids It's crucial that teachers understand your child so they can build a relationship with them and teach them everything they need to know.
Newsletter 3 tips for back to school...reader edition Last week I asked you for your own back to school tips. Here's the top 3...
Resources & Freebies Free Download: Easy Spelling Practice ๐ Frustrated with spelling practice? Elkonin Letter Boxes are the secret to teaching children to spell.
Newsletter ๐ 3 unexpected things to expect going back to school Back to school time is a huge transition for families. But we got you! Even though it's exhausting- we are all going through it.
Videos 3 First Impression Behaviors From Parents That All Teachers Hate You need to build a positive functional relationship with your child's teacher, so don't do these things! Natalie shares 3 common things parents do that unintentionally make bad impressions on teachers.
Resources & Freebies Featured Free Download: Reset Your School Routine! Getting into a school routine is so important. The guide shares 4 essential questions so you can think through your child's daily routine and a printable routine chart.
Newsletter ๐ ๐ A twisted win for NC Teachers... North Carolina is a tough place to teach. NC teachers are not guaranteedโ lunch breaksโ, are not paid for higher degrees. They are not allowed to unionize. And until recently, they did not have any plan for paid maternity leave.
Videos 3 Things Parents DON'T Need To Do Before The School Year Starts | Back to School Tips After 10 years in the classroom- all I can say is yโall are doing too much! Hereโs 3 things I wish parents knew they DIDNโT HAVE TO DO to start the school year off right. Two material things and one from the heart.
Resources & Freebies Free Download: 4 Easy Email Templates to Send the Teacher For when you need to reach out, but don't know what to say.
Newsletter De-influencing School Supplies Last week I asked you to submit unnecessary school supplies. Here's some of the things companies (and your kids!) want you to impulse buy, but you do not need! 1. ๐ "Report covers, die cut letters, and fancy markers just in case they need it for a project.