What Is the Science of Reading? Let's Talk About It
Have you been hearing the term Science of Reading and wondering what it actually means?In this episode of The Education Connection, I share my perspective and explore what the Science of Reading is an...
1 Juni 27min
Why Teachers Can’t Shut Their Brains Off After School Ends
Summer break is finally here… so why do so many teachers still feel mentally exhausted?In this episode of The Education Connection, Robin Wilson talks honestly about the emotional and mental shift tha...
25 Maj 11min
How I Survive the Last Week of School in First Grade
In this episode of The Education Connection, I’m sharing how I survive the last week of school in first grade while still keeping students engaged, calm, and learning. If you are looking for last week...
18 Maj 15min
10 Easy End of Year Countdown Ideas for Elementary Classrooms
Need simple end of year ideas that won’t leave you exhausted? In this episode of The Education Connection, Robin Wilson shares an easy 10 day balloon countdown filled with low prep, low cost activitie...
11 Maj 12min
First Grade Prefix and Suffix Activities | Easy Phonics Lessons for Word Building
In this episode of The Education Connection, Robin Wilson shares simple and effective ways to teach prefixes and suffixes in first grade without overcomplicating the skill.If teaching prefix and suffi...
4 Maj 13min
From Teaching to Learning: A System That Reaches Every Student
In this episode, I share a classroom system inspired by Robert J. Marzano that focuses on one goal: making sure every student truly learns—not just receives instruction.I walk through how I introduce ...
25 Apr 19min
Teaching Contractions in First Grade: Easy Activities That Work
In this episode of The Education Connection, I’m sharing exactly how I teach contractions in my first grade classroom in a way that actually sticks.If you’ve ever introduced contractions and realized ...
19 Apr 13min
When a Child Should Be Retained: A Conversation for Teachers and Parents
When a teacher recommends retention, it can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. Parents may feel worried or unsure, and teachers know this is one of the most important decisions they make all yea...
11 Apr 26min
