Crystalee Calderwood is a high school English teacher from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has an MFA in Creative Writing from Chatham University, where she studied poetry and writing for children and teens. Now she spends most of her time writing and reading poetry with teens as an English and Creative Writing teacher at a local private school.
If you’re an art teacher or teach little children, chances are you have lots of random pieces of art drying all over your classroom. So, how do let all of those creations dry without sacrificing otherwise-useful work space? These classroom drying racks are perfect for keeping your little artists’ work safe while they dry! [Please […] More
As teachers, we’re used to carrying around multiple bags packed with books, binders, and other supplies. But sometimes we just need that one bag for job interviews and special meetings, something functional but professional. If you’re looking for the best professional bags for teachers, look no further than our list of the eight best! [Please […] More
Do you have gross fluorescent lights in your classroom? They may be easier on the environment, but they can be hard on your eyes, not to mention your students’ eyes! Eye strain, headaches, and migraines can all be side effects of fluorescent lighting, but popular new light covers can help. Don’t know where to start? […] More
No matter what grade level you teach, chances are you’re always looking for something to help your classroom stay organized. Caddies can be a good tool for storing pens, pencils, crayons, and markers. They can be used to hold an individual student’s supplies or set in the middle of a shared table, put on a […] More