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One Tired Teacher
Trina Deboree
259 episodes
1 week ago
Send us a text The birth of "The We Do Not Care Club: Teacher Chapter" might be the most honest conversation about educator burnout you'll hear this year. After discovering a hilarious TikTok creator who gave women permission to stop caring about societal expectations during menopause, I realized teachers desperately needed the same liberation. What started as a few casual videos quickly erupted into a movement. Teachers everywhere began contributing their own "we do not care" statements—pow...
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Send us a text The birth of "The We Do Not Care Club: Teacher Chapter" might be the most honest conversation about educator burnout you'll hear this year. After discovering a hilarious TikTok creator who gave women permission to stop caring about societal expectations during menopause, I realized teachers desperately needed the same liberation. What started as a few casual videos quickly erupted into a movement. Teachers everywhere began contributing their own "we do not care" statements—pow...
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One Tired Teacher
OTT 265: We Do Not Care Club Teacher Chapter: Humor, Burnout, and the Power of Saying ‘Nope’
Send us a text The birth of "The We Do Not Care Club: Teacher Chapter" might be the most honest conversation about educator burnout you'll hear this year. After discovering a hilarious TikTok creator who gave women permission to stop caring about societal expectations during menopause, I realized teachers desperately needed the same liberation. What started as a few casual videos quickly erupted into a movement. Teachers everywhere began contributing their own "we do not care" statements—pow...
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1 week ago
10 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 264: Fairytales, Folktales, and Fables: Teaching Genre with Heart and Purpose
Send us a text Feeling the October teaching slump? When attention spans dwindle and classroom routines grow heavy, fairy tales, folk tales, and fables offer the perfect remedy. These timeless genres breathe fresh life into your curriculum while delivering powerful standards-based instruction wrapped in enchanting narratives. Traditional tales work magic in the classroom because they naturally teach moral lessons through engaging stories. "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" demonstrates the value of hon...
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2 weeks ago
8 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 263: Pumpkin Projects with Purpose: Turning Halloween Chaos into Meaningful Learning
Send us a text Ever found yourself torn between Halloween excitement and curriculum demands? You're not alone. That tension between creativity and standards alignment represents a false choice we don't need to make. Remember that administrator who once told me schools shouldn't have crayons and children should practice sight words during recess? That mindset risks creating environments where children learn to hate learning. The truth is, creativity isn't expendable—it's essential. Crafts dev...
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3 weeks ago
14 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 262: Mid-Fall Teacher Fog: What It Is and How to Shake
Send us a text Feeling that mid-fall classroom fatigue? You're not alone. The back-to-school adrenaline has faded, student behaviors are surfacing, and those carefully crafted routines are starting to fray at the edges. It's the perfect storm of teacher exhaustion that hits just as the calendar turns to October. This episode tackles the very real phenomenon of "teacher fog" – that overwhelming fatigue that creeps in when the novelty of the new year wears off but the holidays still feel dista...
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4 weeks ago
12 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 261: When Halloween Takes Over: Keeping Learning Fun (and Focused) in October
Send us a text Sugar highs, costume talk, and boundless energy—October's Halloween excitement can quickly derail even the most carefully planned lessons. But this seasonal shift doesn't have to steamroll your learning objectives or your sanity as a teacher. This episode dives into practical strategies for maintaining classroom stability during the Halloween season. We explore why October presents unique challenges—from increasingly distracted students to disrupted routines and schedules fill...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 260: How to Weave Science Into Your ELA Block (Without Losing Your Mind)
Send us a text Ever feel like science gets pushed to the back burner because reading and math dominate your teaching schedule? You're not alone. The struggle to fit everything in is real, especially when administrators sometimes suggest cutting science altogether. Let me introduce you to a different approach: seamlessly weaving science into your ELA block. This isn't about adding more to your plate—it's about making what's already there work smarter. Your informational text standards (text f...
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1 month ago
13 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 259: Screens, Focus, and Reconnecting in REAL Life
Send us a text Remember the days when getting kids to focus in class didn't feel like competing with a digital circus? Today's students—even third graders—are coming to school with phones in hand, already accustomed to constant digital stimulation and instant gratification. The result? Classrooms filled with children struggling to transition, wait, focus, and fully engage with real-world learning. As teachers, we're facing unprecedented challenges. The dopamine-driven digital world has rewir...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 258: 3 Ways to Keep Reading Routines Strong When Curriculum Kicks In
Send us a text Ever found yourself sacrificing read-aloud time for pre-assessments and curriculum demands? You're not alone. In this heartfelt exploration of keeping reading routines strong, we dive into why those beautiful reading structures we create in August often crumble by September. The paradox of early-year teaching hits hard when faced with pre-assessments that seem designed to highlight what students don't know. "No kidding they're not on level—they just started second grade!" This...
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1 month ago
14 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 257: Wally Is Worried- Helping Students (and Ourselves) Navigate Big Feelings
Send us a text A worried watermelon might be exactly what your students need to navigate their big feelings this year. Meet Wally – the adorable protagonist of author Erin Waters' new children's book that's transforming how we approach anxiety in the classroom. Drawing from her seven years as a first-grade teacher and her personal journey with worry, Waters has crafted a story that resonates deeply with both children and adults. "I've been a worrier since I was a kid," she shares, "and now t...
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2 months ago
21 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 256: From Teacher to Author: Christine Devane's Journey with Elephant Beach
Send us a text Christine Devane takes us on her journey from classroom teacher to published children's author, revealing how patience and persistence led to the publication of her book "Elephant Beach" after nearly a decade of waiting. What started as a manuscript written during her teaching years perfectly aligned with her current life as a mother of three, creating a beautiful full-circle moment where she now shares her creation with both students and her own children. Drawing from persona...
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2 months ago
16 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 255: Building Reading Routines That Stick (and Don’t Drain You)
Send us a text Struggling to establish reading routines that don't leave you exhausted? Discover the magic of sustainable reading practices that transform your classroom culture while building essential literacy skills. The most powerful reading routines aren't complicated—they're consistent, joyful, and purposeful. In this episode, we explore how simple structures like read-aloud, turn-and-talk, and quick response activities create safe spaces where comprehension flourishes naturally. You'l...
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2 months ago
9 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 254: Break the Ice Without the Cringe – Fun Ways to Build Classroom Community
Send us a text Ever found yourself cringing through yet another awkward icebreaker activity? You're not alone. As teachers, we know building classroom community is essential, but finding engaging ways to do it can be challenging. The good news? Creating meaningful connections doesn't have to be painful or embarrassing for you or your students. When students feel safe, seen, and connected, everything improves dramatically. Behavior management becomes easier, learning deepens, and the classroo...
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2 months ago
11 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 253: What to Do Before You Get Sick – Smart Planning for the Inevitable
Send us a text Every teacher knows the feeling: waking up with a scratchy throat or fever, but dreading the thought of writing sub plans while sick. What if you could eliminate that stress with some smart planning now? The beginning of the school year brings excitement, fresh starts, and, unfortunately, exposure to countless classroom germs. As someone who battled chronic sinus infections throughout my teaching career (later diagnosed as an autoimmune condition), I learned the hard way that ...
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3 months ago
13 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 252: Teaching Sanity 101
Send us a text The back-to-school jitters aren't just for students—teachers face them too! As summer winds down and classrooms beckon, even the most experienced educators find themselves wrestling with familiar questions about those crucial first weeks. This episode dives into three universal teacher concerns. First, we explore which classroom routines deserve immediate attention during those precious opening days. Beyond just covering the basics of lining up and supply management, you'll di...
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3 months ago
10 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT: 251 The Gentle Teacher's Guide to Starting the School Year Strong
Send us a text Feeling that end-of-summer anxiety creeping in as the new school year approaches? Take a deep breath – you're not alone, and there's a better way to start the year. The transition from summer relaxation to classroom chaos doesn't have to leave you exhausted by September. In this episode, we explore three gentle, practical approaches that will help you ease back into teaching without burning out in the first few weeks. Rather than diving headfirst into curriculum, discover why ...
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3 months ago
10 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 250: STEM Books That Win Over Reluctant Readers
Send us a text Ever noticed how some kids love science and building but turn away from books? That disconnect isn't just frustrating—it's a missed opportunity for deeper learning. What if we could harness their natural STEM enthusiasm to ignite a love for reading? In this episode, we dive into three exceptional STEM-themed books that captivate reluctant readers by connecting directly to their curiosity and creative instincts. Ada Twist, Scientist shows children that reading can be part of th...
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4 months ago
6 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 249: Makerspace Magic: Transforming Reluctant Readers into Confident Explorers
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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4 months ago
9 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 248: Transforming Story Time: Hands-On STEM Challenges for Young Readers
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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4 months ago
9 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 247: Beyond the Page: 3 Simple STEM Challenges That Make Books Come Alive
Send us a text 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...
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5 months ago
20 minutes

One Tired Teacher
OTT 246: 3 Simple Tweaks That Can Transform Your Child’s Reading Routine
Send us a text 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 ...
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5 months ago
10 minutes

One Tired Teacher
Send us a text The birth of "The We Do Not Care Club: Teacher Chapter" might be the most honest conversation about educator burnout you'll hear this year. After discovering a hilarious TikTok creator who gave women permission to stop caring about societal expectations during menopause, I realized teachers desperately needed the same liberation. What started as a few casual videos quickly erupted into a movement. Teachers everywhere began contributing their own "we do not care" statements—pow...