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Firstieland Podcast For Elementary Teachers: Education Teaching Tips And Ideas For Kindergarten And First Grade

The Firstieland Podcast For Elementary Teachers: Teaching Tips And Ideas is a weekly podcast that gives kindergarten and first grade teachers real, practical strategies to make teaching easier, more effective, and a whole lot more fun. If you’re an educator who"s feeling stretched thin trying to fit it all in as an elementary teacher, you"re not alone. Each week, you’ll get easy-to-implement ideas that will help you feel more confident and in control of your classroom. Hosted by Molly Schwab, a

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46. It’s Spring and My Student’s Can’t Write!: How To...

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2026/04/15

It’s Spring and My Student’s Can’t Write!: How To Help Your Struggling WritersIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, host Molly Schwab shares simple and effective strategies to help struggling writers build confidence and improve their skills before the end of the school year. These practical writing tips and classroom ideas are designed specifically for kindergarten and first-grade teachers who want to support students and strengthen their writing foundations.If you're

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45. Easy Earth Day Activities For First Grade: Simple...

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2026/04/08

Easy Earth Day Activities For First Grade: Simple Ideas Your Students Will LoveIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares some of her favorite Earth Day activities that she used year after year with her first grade students. From simple writing ideas to hands-on science activities: these easy ideas will help you teach Earth Day in a way that actually makes sense for little learners.If you’re looking for Earth Day activities for kindergarten and

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44. Fun Easter Activities for Elementary Classrooms

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2026/03/25

Fun Easter Activities for Elementary ClassroomsIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares some of her favorite Easter classroom activities that she used year after year with her first grade students. From Easter writing activities to hands-on centers and fun read aloud extensions, these simple ideas will help you bring a little extra fun into your classroom during the spring season.If you’re looking for Easter activities for kindergarten and

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43. The Cutest Easter Classroom Activity Ever -...

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2026/03/18

The Cutest Easter Classroom Activity Ever - Adopt-A-Peep Writing ProjectIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares one of her favorite Easter classroom activities that she did with her students every year, the Adopt-A-Peep writing project. This fun and engaging activity combines Easter writing activities and responsibility lessons into one memorable experience your students will talk about for weeks.If you're looking for Easter writing

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42. Spring Writing Prompts and Easy Center Ideas For...

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2026/03/11

Spring Writing Prompts and Easy Center Ideas For First GradeIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, host Molly Schwab shares simple and creative spring writing prompts and writing center ideas for first grade that will help get students excited about writing.If your writing center activities are starting to feel a little stale after a long winter, this episode will give you fresh spring writing activities for elementary students that are easy to set up and fun for kids

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41. Teaching Map Skills in First Grade: Fun, Hands On...

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2026/03/04

Teaching Map Skills in First Grade: Fun, Hands-On Social Studies ActivitiesIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares simple, engaging strategies for teaching map skills in first grade using fun, hands-on social studies activities.If you’ve ever wondered how to make teaching map skills to elementary students feel fun while still learning, this episode is for you. Map skills are a first grade standard, but they’re also an important life skill

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40. 6 Read Aloud Strategies Every First Grade Teacher...

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2026/02/25

6 Read Aloud Strategies Every First Grade Teacher Should KnowIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares six simple but powerful read aloud strategies that will completely change the way you read to your class.If you’ve ever felt like you’re just “reading the book” and not really maximizing that time, this episode is for you. Read aloud time can be one of the most impactful parts of your school day, but only if you’re intentional about it. Molly

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39. Classroom Management: What To Do When Your First...

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2026/02/18

Classroom Management: What To Do When Your First Grade Class Isn’t Being KindIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares practical, real-life ways to teach elementary students about kindness in a way that actually sticks.If you’ve ever felt frustrated by unkind behavior in your classroom or wondered how to build a stronger classroom community, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to weave it naturally into your everyday classroom routines,

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09:53

38. Grading Papers In First Grade: How To Save Time...

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2026/02/11

Grading Papers In First Grade: How To Save Time And Be More EfficientIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares simple, realistic ways to make grading papers in first grade faster and far less overwhelming. If grading feels like it’s taking over your evenings, weekends, or mental space, this episode is for you.Grading doesn’t have to mean stacks of papers following you home or hours spent entering grades. Instead of trying to grade everything,

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37. Fun and Easy Valentine’s Day Activities For First...

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2026/02/04

Fun and Easy Valentine’s Day Activities For First GradeIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares fun and easy Valentine’s Day activities that fit naturally into your first grade classroom, without adding stress or extra prep to your day.February can feel long and Valentine’s Day excitement can quickly turn into distraction. Instead of trying to push through with business as usual, this episode shows you how to add a simple Valentine twist to

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36. Literacy Center Strategies That Actually Work In...

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2026/01/28

Literacy Center Strategies That Actually Work In First GradeIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares literacy center strategies that actually work in a real first grade classroom. If you feel overwhelmed and exhausted from planning and organizing centers or if keeping kids on task is a struggle, this episode is for you.There are so many different ways teachers run literacy centers and it can feel confusing trying to figure out what works best

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35. Text Connections & Opinion Writing With Brave...

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2026/01/26

Text Connections & Opinion Writing With Brave Irene - Book Bite #4In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, Molly shares how to use Brave Irene to teach character traits, problem and solution, and opinion writing in a simple, meaningful way. This winter classic is perfect for discussing courage and perseverance while hitting key reading and writing skills.You’ll learn:✔️ How to teach character traits through Irene’s determination✔️ Easy ways to text connections✔️

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34. Surviving Indoor Recess: Simple Play Ideas That...

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2026/01/21

Surviving Indoor Recess: Simple Play Ideas That Won’t Drive You CrazyIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares simple ways to survive indoor recess without losing your sanity. If indoor recess in your classroom feels loud, chaotic, or completely exhausting, this episode is for you.Whether it’s freezing temperatures, pouring rain, or just one of those days when going outside isn’t an option, indoor recess happens more often than we’d like

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33. Fun January Room Transformation With Snowmen At...

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2026/01/19

Fun January Room Transformation With Snowmen At Work - Book Bite #3In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares quick and easy ways to use Snowmen at Work to boost engagement during the long winter stretch. You’ll learn how to use this playful picture book to teach reading skills, spark creative writing, and bring joy back into your classroom with a simple winter room transformation.You’ll learn:✔️ How to teach story elements and predictions with

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32. Teaching Animal Habitats in First Grade:...

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2026/01/14

Teaching Animal Habitats in First Grade: Project-Based Science and Writing UnitIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares how to integrate science with writing with a project based learning unit about Animal Habitats.If you’ve ever wondered how you’re supposed to fit science and writing into an already packed day, this episode is for you. Instead of teaching everything separately, you’ll learn how to use a simple project-based unit to cover

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31. Character Traits & Science With Snowflake Bentley...

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2026/01/12

Character Traits & Science With Snowflake Bentley – Book Bite Episode 2In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab dives into the true story of Snowflake Bentley and shows you how to turn this beautiful winter biography into meaningful lessons across your day. You’ll learn simple ways to teach character traits, main idea, compare and contrast, and even explore winter science, all with one picture book. Instead of searching for separate activities

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30. REWIND - How To Manage Constant Student Talking...

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2026/01/07

What To Do When Your Class Won't Stop TalkingIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab tackles one of the most common classroom struggles - kids who just won’t stop talking. From constant whispers during work time to full-blown chatter during lessons, student talking can leave you feeling overwhelmed and out of control. But don’t worry. In this episode we’re sharing real-life strategies that actually work in a Kindergarten or 1st grade

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29. Teaching Reading & Writing With The Snow Globe...

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2026/01/05

Teaching Reading & Writing With The Snow Globe Family – Book Bite Episode 1In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab kicks off the Winter Read Aloud Challenge with one of her favorite seasonal picture books, The Snow Globe Family by Jane O’Connor. You’ll learn simple ways to turn this charming winter story into meaningful lessons for reading comprehension, writing, and even a little science. Instead of feeling pressure to come up with activities

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28. What To Do Your First Week Back to School After...

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2025/12/31

What To Do Your First Week Back to School After Winter BreakIn this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares simple, realistic things every K–2 teacher should focus on during the first week back to school after winter break. Instead of jumping straight back into academics and feeling overwhelmed, you’ll learn how to reset your classroom in a calm, intentional way that helps both you and your students ease back into routines.January is the perfect time

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27. Happy Holidays Message From Molly At Firstieland

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2025/12/24

Happy Holidays Message From Molly At FirstielandIn this short and heartfelt episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares a special holiday message for teachers everywhere. We want to thank you for tuning in and hope you take a well-deserved break, enjoy the holiday season, no matter what you celebrate, and come back refreshed and ready for a brand-new year in the classroom.Let’s Stay ConnectedJOIN THE FREE WINTER READ ALOUD CHALLENGE -

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