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Mrs. Munch's Munchkins

A blog to give teachers ideas and tools that make teaching easier

September 22, 2026

Planning for a Substitute? This Proven Tool makes it EASY

A teacher holding up a Sub Binder with information a Substitute would use if the teacher were absent.

It’s easier just to be there than have a substitute, right? But what about when you NEED a sub? Below I’m sharing how a little preparation and an organized Sub Binder can make absences easier for you, your students, and your substitute!

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April 3, 2022

Classroom Management that ACTUALLY Works!

Classroom Management Systems for the Elementary Classroom. An Elementary teacher sitting in a chair by the whiteboard.

You’ve been asking, so here it is! One of my most commonly asked questions on Instagram is about my classroom management system. In today’s post you’ll learn my system for Classroom Management that ACTUALLY works. Promise…or I wouldn’t still be doing it 8 years later!

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December 22, 2021

Save your Sanity: Try the Pencil Challenge!

Tired of finding pencils on the floor, hidden in the back of desks, and disappearing in droves? If so, The Great Pencil Challenge is a solution for YOU!

What if I told you your students were capable of keeping the SAME pencil for THREE weeks or more?! Don’t believe me? My class of 25 second graders were able to do it, so I know your students can, too! Read below for how you can start your first “Great Pencil Challenge.”

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Hi teacher friend! My name is Melody Munch. I taught 2nd grade for 8 years and am currently serving teachers through full time resource creation. Here you'll find ideas to help you create classroom memories and teach with ease. Enjoy looking around, I’m so happy you're here!

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It’s easier just to be there than have a substitute, right? But what about when you NEED a sub? Below I’m sharing how a little preparation and an organized Sub Binder can make absences easier for you, your students, and your substitute!

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Stick one on your door and one on your table to keep everyone aware and on track for the night. 

Some years I would also email this to families in advance…but I honestly can’t recommend doing that part bc then they might ask you to swap times and it gets confusing. 😅

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