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Classroom Rules: Create a Social Contract with Your Students

You probably know all too well: students don’t always come to class willing and ready to listen to your every command. Maybe they need a snack or a nap, or even a hug (don’t we all). That’s why establishing fair and agreed-upon class rules is the perfect hack for classroom management and student behavior. Having…
August 26, 2022
4 min read
5 Activities for the First Day of School

5 Activities for the First Day of School

The beginning of the school year can be overwhelming for all those involved. To make life a little easier for yourself (and help beat those first-day jitters), why not make a lesson plan before school starts and include some fun activities for you and your new students. Stuck for ideas? Get some quick inspo from…
July 27, 2022
5 min read
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Free End of Year Activities | Kami Library

As we countdown to the end of the school year, it’s an awesome idea to include a few more brain breaks and fun activities into your lesson plan. If you’re wondering how, look no further! We have some editable end-of-the-year activities and resources for all grade levels ready and waiting for you. End of Year…
May 4, 2022
3 min read
9 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day With Your Students

9 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day With Your Students

Earth Day is April 22, and this year's theme is "Planet vs. Plastics." The goal is to "advocate for widespread awareness of the health risks of plastics, rapidly phase out all single-use plastics, urgently push for a strong UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution, and demand an end to fast fashion." During the day, wherever possible,…
April 12, 2022
4 min read
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Weekly Planners for Women’s History Month

Proudly produced by our partners, iCivics For those in places like the United States, Europe, the UK, and Australiasia, the month of March is dedicated to Women’s History Month; a time to celebrate women and their often undervalued and overlooked achievements throughout history. After a push to recognize women’s history and achievements from activists and…
March 7, 2022
5 min read
The Importance of Teaching Black History Month

The Importance of Teaching Black History

Blog opening written by Marcus Stein – former middle/high school teacher and current Teacher Success Champion at Kami. I didn’t discover the significance and importance of Black History Month until I became a teacher.This is largely because most of my Black History Month experiences involved me playing the role of Langston Hughes in the community Black…
January 26, 2022
4 min read
6 Top Tips for Teacher Time Management

6 Top Tips for Teacher Time Management

As you know (all too well), teaching is a busy profession. So your time management is key to preparing for your classes and students. Nailing this all-important skill will also ensure your burning passion for teaching stays red hot through everything the profession throws your way. Here are our six top tips to help you…
January 10, 2022
6 min read
5 Questions to Ask Parents at the Start of a New School Year

5 Questions to Ask Parents at the Start of a New School Year

As technology in the classroom brings parents closer to their child’s education, it also opens up the communication lines between parents and teachers! And while, at times, this can seem overwhelming, it gives you the chance to get a deeper insight into their child’s needs before the year has even begun. You’re no doubt super…
January 10, 2022
5 min read
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5 Reasons Why Working in Special Education is Awesome

This blog is written by Leanne Fisher, a Speech and Language Pathologist at a specialist school for students 5-21 years. I’ve been working in the field of Special Education for 10 years. Sure, there have been a fair few challenges, tears (sad and happy), and 4 am “solving the world’s problems” wake-up calls – but…
November 19, 2021
5 min read
5 Tips for Working With Students With Communication Difficulties

5 Tips for Working With Students With Communication Difficulties

This blog was written by Leanne Fisher, a Speech and Language Pathologist at a specialist school for students 5-21 years. Some things we often see in a number of children with special education needs are delays or differences in speech and language skills. This impacts their ability to communicate with teachers, peers, and their families. …
November 18, 2021
7 min read
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Gratitude Journal for Kids | Kami Resources

See these and more in the Kami Library We get it. With all the pressures in the world today, it can often be a struggle to find joy and happiness in the little things. Throw a global pandemic and online learning in the mix, and things get even messier. It's no different for kids. Whether…
November 17, 2021
3 min read
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3 Ways to Teach Gratitude in the Classroom

Find five editable Kami Gratitude Resources down below.(Instructions for using the Gratitude Tree and Frames are in the blog!) When we’re thankful and appreciative, that warm, fuzzy hormone oxytocin is released in our body, promoting feelings of love and wellbeing. And, although gratitude is indeed a pleasant emotion, feeling grateful is a conscious choice, a…
November 8, 2021
4 min read
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