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One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout is a podcast for tired teachers who want to keep teaching without burning out. If you’re exhausted by constant pressure, shifting expectations, and the feeling that you’re never doing enough, this show offers grounded support and a practical perspective to help you teach sustainably.Each episode explores teaching without burnout—from navigating evaluations and testing season to simplifying instruction, setting boundaries, and choosing classroom practices

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OTT 249: Makerspace Magic: Transforming Reluctant...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/06/16

Send us a text Ever watched a reluctant reader disconnect from a book before they've even given it a chance? There's a powerful solution hiding in your classroom supply closet. Today we're diving into the transformative world of hands-on learning for literacy, especially for those students who struggle to see themselves as readers. When we shift from asking children to recall information to inviting them to solve story problems through making and building, something magical happens. Their fo...

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OTT 248: Transforming Story Time: Hands-On STEM...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/06/09

Send us a text Ever watched a child struggle to connect with a story, only to see their eyes light up when they get to build something with their hands? There's magic in that moment when reading transforms from a passive activity into an adventure of problem-solving and creation. In this episode, we dive into practical ways to blend beloved children's books with STEM challenges, creating powerful learning experiences for all types of learners. For active kids and reluctant readers especially...

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OTT 247: Beyond the Page: 3 Simple STEM Challenges...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/06/02

Reading becomes an adventure when students get to build, design, and create alongside their favorite stories. For too many children, books remain distant collections of words rather than doorways to imagination – but that changes when we introduce makerspace elements into our literacy instruction. The magic happens when we invite students to physically recreate story settings using simple materials like cardboard, pipe cleaners, and recyclables. Suddenly, Mr. McGregor's garden from "Peter Ra...

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OTT 246: 3 Simple Tweaks That Can Transform Your...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/05/26

Ever wondered why your child resists reading time, despite your best efforts? The solution might be simpler than you think. Rather than completely overhauling your reading routine, small, thoughtful shifts can create breakthrough moments where resistance transforms into excitement. In this episode, I share three powerful yet incredibly simple tweaks that can revolutionize your child's relationship with books. First, we explore how shifting what we celebrate – from quantity of pages to qualit...

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15:22

OTT 245: Building Confidence: Transforming Your...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/05/19

What if your child's biggest reading obstacle isn't their skills, but their belief about themselves as readers? Many children struggle with reading not because they lack the fundamental abilities, but because they've developed a negative reading identity. When kids say "I'm not good at reading" or "books aren't my thing," they're revealing something profound about how they see themselves in relation to text. This identity shapes everything—their willingness to try, their persistence through ...

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18:43

OTT 244: How to Help Kids Who Struggle with Reading:...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/05/12

Reading battles don't have to be your nightly reality. Behind every "I hate reading" declaration, focus struggle, or mechanical page-turning lies an opportunity for transformation. Remember that little girl who proudly announced she hated all books? Two years later, she left my classroom as an enthusiastic reader. What changed wasn't her ability—it was her experience. When children resist reading, they're rarely rejecting stories; they're avoiding feelings of inadequacy or failure. The shift...

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OTT: 242: Daily Rituals That Transform Children into...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/04/28

What if raising a reader didn't require battles, bribes, or boredom? What if the secret wasn't about forcing more reading minutes, but about transforming how your child feels about books? This eye-opening episode reveals three deceptively simple daily habits that turn reluctant readers into book lovers. As both an experienced teacher and parent, I share research-backed strategies that make books a natural, joyful part of children's lives rather than another task to check off their to-do list...

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OTT 241 When Stories Come Alive: How Makerspace...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/04/21

What if the pages of a book could literally come to life in a child's hands? That's the transformative power of combining makerspace activities with reading—a strategy that's changing how kids experience stories. When I first became a school media specialist, I inherited a neglected library where students dreaded their visits. Books were piled high, the space was uninviting, and enthusiasm for reading was non-existent. My goal wasn't just to get kids reading; it was to make them beg to come ...

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OTT 240: Wiggle While You Read: The Secret Weapon...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/04/14

Does your active child struggle to sit still during reading time? You're not alone. That constant fidgeting, restlessness, and apparent disinterest in books isn't a sign they don't like reading—it's their body telling you they need to move to learn effectively. I share the story of my son Jackson, who walked at nine months and was physically advanced but struggled with traditional sit-still activities like reading. Many children—especially those with ADHD or sensory needs—process information...

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OTT 239: 3 Mistakes That Make Kids Hate Reading (And...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2025/04/07

Reading doesn't have to be a battleground. After a long hiatus, I'm back with a critical message for parents and educators alike: we may be unknowingly turning kids away from books through three common mistakes. The first mistake is forcing children to read only "just-right" books. When kids can only access books at their exact reading level, reading becomes a constant test rather than a joyful experience. The solution? A 60-40 approach where most reading time is spent with books they genuin...

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OTT: 238 10 of the Best Children's Christmas Books to...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/12/04

'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some holiday cheer than with a good old-fashioned Christmas story? Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix, and if you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here for iTunes. Now, if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you

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23:54

10 Fantastic Thanksgiving Picture Books to Use In...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/11/20

Forget about stuffing yourself with mashed potatoes and green bean casserole for a moment because we're going on a literary feast!Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix, and if you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here for iTunes. Now, if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if

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OTT 236: From Drudgery to Explosion: How to Reclaim...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/11/13

Hi, I'm Trina Deboree from Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning and the podcast One Tired Teacher. I create engaging content for elementary teachers focusing on Science, reading comprehension, STEM, and Makerspace. My passion lies in giving teachers back a fraction of their time so they can put first things first. My ultimate goal is to offer creative content that helps teachers inspire students to learn, dream, think, and wonder.I will help you move from drudgery teaching, where you feel like

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OTT: 235 4 Quick and Easy Steps to Setting STEM Story...

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2023/11/06

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OTT 234: How Can Teachers and Media Specialists...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/10/30

Are you tired of seeing your students bored out of their minds in traditional classrooms where their common interests are ignored? Do you want to unleash their creativity and foster a love for hands-on learning? Well, my friend, it's time to jump on the makerspace bandwagon! But hold on, before you start picturing an expensive high-tech wonderland, let me tell you a secret: creating a meaningful makerspace doesn't have to break the bank. In fact, with just a shoestring budget and some

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OTT 233: 3 Brilliant Ideas for Teachers to Use Simple...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/10/23

I am calling all educators with the desire to inspire young minds through the wonders of science, technology, engineering, math, and even literacy!I've got a treat for you today - three mind-blowingly simple STEM activities that can be done in just 40 minutes. There is no need for complicated equipment or advanced knowledge; these activities are so easy even a hamster could do them (well, almost). Get ready to unleash the mad scientist within, and watch your student's eyes light up with

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OTT 232: 3 Powerful Benefits of Learning With...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/10/16

Are you tired of the same old boring classroom activities? Well, it's time to break out the toolboxes and prepare for hands-on learning with makerspace! Makerspace is a revolutionary approach to education that allows students to unleash their creativity and develop critical thinking skills while tinkering with real-world materials. So gather your library staff, classroom teachers, and even your local community because it is time for maker space! From kindergarteners building simple machines to

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64:31

OTT 231: What is Digital Citizenship and Why Should...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/10/09

In the vast and ever-expanding digital landscape, being a good citizen isn't just about picking up after yourself or minding your manners anymore.It's time to add digital to our citizenship checklist for young people! That's right; we're venturing into digital citizenship, where knowing how to navigate the virtual world with grace, wisdom, and a pinch of common sense has become essential for both students and adults alike. So, teachers, put on your capes (metaphorical ones,

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OTT 230: 9 Important Things Students Really Need to...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/10/02

In this digital age where cat videos and viral challenges reign supreme, it's easy to forget that there is more to being an online citizen than just knowing how to double-tap on Instagram. Yes, my dear friend, it's time we talk about digital citizenship skills and digital citizenship in a digital world – a concept that goes beyond posting selfies and clever hashtags on social media. So grab your virtual thinking caps and prepare to level up your digital literacy skills because, in this

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64:31

OTT 229: 5 Imaginative Ideas for Halloween and...

One Tired Teacher: Teaching Without Burnout ·

2023/09/25

As Halloween approaches, teachers search for creative ways to engage their elementary students while embracing the spooky spirit.Look no further than the makerspace in your classroom! This innovative space promotes hands-on learning and allows students to explore their imaginations and tap into their inner mad scientists during Halloween. So why not blend the fun of Halloween with the educational power of STEM and a Makerspace Extension or Two? We've conjured up five imaginative ideas that will

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