Michele Luck, Author at A Lesson Plan for Teachers

5 Tips for Fostering Great Student Collaboration in the New Year

Posted on June 21, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

As teachers, we know that the beginning of the school year can set the tone for the rest of the academic year. It's essential to establish a positive classroom environment that fosters collaboration, communication, and teamwork. By starting the school...Read More

5 Easy Ways for Teachers to Relax Over Summer Break

Posted on June 7, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

As a teacher, the summer break is a well-deserved opportunity to relax, recharge and rejuvenate before the start of the new academic year. Whether you plan to travel or stay home, here are five things you can do to unwind...Read More

Winding Down the End of the School Year

Posted on May 24, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

As the end of the school year approaches, teachers often find themselves facing a flurry of responsibilities. It can be a hectic time. It's important to make sure that everything is done properly to ensure that your students are prepared...Read More

6 Tips for Students to Complete End-of-Year Testing Stress-Free

Posted on May 10, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

As the end of the school year approaches, so does the dreaded end-of-year testing season. While these tests are undoubtedly important for the district, they can also be a source of stress and anxiety for many teachers and students. Fortunately,...Read More

Easy Planning for Next School Year as Summer Break Approaches

Posted on April 26, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

We all know that summer break is a time to recharge, reflect, and prepare for the upcoming year. However, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that summer break is a time to disconnect from our responsibilities. While...Read More

Exciting Projects to Motivate Students – Hands On Learning

Posted on April 12, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

All teachers know that to motivate students to learn, we must first draw their interest. We must find exciting projects to motivate students to process, learn, and retain history concepts and events. The good news: these projects don't need to...Read More

Building Projects: Extraordinary Lessons to Unlock Learning

Posted on March 29, 2023March 19, 2023 by Michele Luck

Teaching students about ancient civilizations can be boring. But using building projects on ancient architecture can hook them in! It's also a great interdisciplinary way to introduce them to engineering, design, and art while teaching your History content. Great Civilization...Read More

School Hunting In A Competitive Teaching Job Market

Posted on March 14, 2023March 16, 2023 by Michele Luck

Changes in school district makeups and state legislative requirements have pushed some districts to drink. One option is to take up stock in your favorite winemaker. Your other, perhaps healthier option, is to change schools. School hunting in a competitive...Read More

Building Rapport in a New School Environment

Posted on February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 by Michele Luck

Your first year in a new school environment can be difficult. On top of lesson planning, you have to set up your classroom, navigate your way around a new school layout, develop relationships with staff and administration, and work on...Read More

Easy and Effective Classroom Management

Posted on February 12, 2023February 12, 2023 by Michele Luck

Finding Easy and Effective Classroom Management tools can be a challenge. With so many different student needs in our classrooms now, each teacher must find new strategies that will reach them individually, but also as a whole. We want to...Read More