Why did I create this box? Here's my vision: I've been mentoring and training teachers for 20 years now, and one of the pain points that they all complain about is lesson planning. They complain that it takes too long because they're having to look on Pinterest, TPT, or Google to find quality lessons. This is particularly a problem if they don't have a decent curriculum or none at all.  Since it takes so much time, they don't have time with their families or for themselves.  I paid ...

Countdown to the Classroom Q&A with Kara Part 1

Welcome, K-2 Teachers! My name is Kara Rickman, and I'm a 26-year first-grade teacher with a passion for helping fellow colleagues develop their craft in cross-curricular teaching.&nbsp; If you want to take your classroom to the next level for your students, check out my podcast episodes! I will share all about how to easily teach cross-curricular and help your students make better connections! You will learn how to use the gradual release of responsibility using the "I DO, WE DO, YOU DO" cross-curricular approach with reading, math, science, writing, and social studies!&nbsp;