Top

Christine's Lessons Over Coffee

Creating Engaging Classroom Resources

Join The Newsletter

Subscribe for new tips, freebies & special offers only for you

&

Lessons Over Coffee

Hi there! I'm Christine! I spent 18 years in the classroom as an Upper Elementary Teacher. Over the years I have created resources that my students absolutely LOVED and kept them engaged in their learning.
Now as Homeschool Mommy and Online teacher, I've made it my mission to share my favorite resources to use in the classroom AND homeschool room. Along with my love of teaching, sharing nontoxic options for your home and family is a passion of mine.

View Blog

New on the Blog

5 Tips for Easy Back to School Prep

Every year, coming up with the theme for my classroom was so exciting for me. I would hop onto Pinterest and scroll for ideas, create a board for the school year and have it set in my mind that I was going to create every bulletin board I pinned and make my classroom perfect... Then I would arrive and receive my agenda for pre-planning week, sigh because I would either have to stay super late to complete all of my ideas or just go without. After years of staying super late and starting a school ... VIEW POST

Do you really know what’s in your beauty products?

I have always believed knowledge is power. When I found out my son had food allergies, I began my research. I checked every label before he consumed something. Eight years in, his allergies aren't scary, they are just a part of our life. It's what we do...Why? Because knowledge is power. I have a little girl who loves watching me put my makeup on every morning. Before I know it, she won't pretend that she's putting on makeup. She will be using it herself! This is why it is so important for me ... VIEW POST

Quick and Easy Makeup for a Mom with Little Time

If you are anything like me, you probably have less than 5 minutes to get ready before a toddler decides to "explore" your closet or an 8 year old starts yelling that he is hungry. Please tell me I'm not alone. LOLWhen I discovered the Flawless in 5 set I was so excited, because in under 5 minutes I am able to apply my makeup and have a flawless look.Even better, the products are better for you. I don't have to worry that my makeup contains toxic and unsafe ingredients. You might be thinking, ... VIEW POST

3 Easy Steps for a Successful Formal Observation

I was an upper elementary classroom teacher for 18 years. When I was in the classroom I served as a Team Leader, Teacher Mentor and was affectionately named the ”Sage” for new teachers.I know how stressful teaching can be. We try to do it all to make sure our kids are learning and doing their very best.Add Formal Observations to the mix and our stress level goes to the roof!The three steps listed in this below are the steps I personally used over the years for each of my successful and highly ... VIEW POST

3 Easy Steps for a Successful Formal Observation

Join our Newsletter