What's The Daily CAFE Coaching Series?
A short live session on a PD topic of relevance to educators. Join members of the community to listen, share information, and ask questions. Learn and grow together as members of our team share their experiences, tips, and research.
What does it cost?
This is an exclusive benefit included in your All-Access and All-Access Plus Membership of The Daily CAFE website! Become a member now.
Are the sessions always on the same day and time each month?
No. Keep your eyes on the Tip of the Week and emails from our team to find out when the sessions will be held.
What if I cannot attend live, but still want to watch it?
No problem! All of the sessions will be recorded, and uploaded to an All-Access Members only page on The Daily CAFE.
Coaching Session Library
Watch or rewatch these past sessions!
Kids & Teachers These Days Replay
Watch this two-part coaching session where Gail shares the big ideas and application gleaned from her interview with Dr. Jody Carrington.
Brain-Compatible Teaching and Learning: Debrief & Next Steps Replay
In this coaching, Gail reviews the learning from John Medina,covered in the last 5 coaching sessions. What now? Listen to her debrief and next steps here!
Brain-Compatible Teaching and Learning: No Hard & Fast Rules Replay & Guidebook
In this coaching, Gail deep dives into another part of the John Medina interview—this week, the Rules!
Rewards & Negative Thoughts Coaching Replay
In this coaching, Gail deep dives into another part of the John Medina interview—this week, Rewards & Negative Thoughts.
Brain-Compatible Teaching and Learning: Social Supports Replay
In this coaching, Gail deep dives into another part of the John Medina interview—this week, Social Supports.
Brain-Compatible Teaching and Learning: Finding Control Replay
In this coaching, Gail deep dives into another part of the John Medina interview—this week, Finding Control.
Brain-Compatible Teaching and Learning: The 10 Minute Rule Replay
Open to all! Watch Gail's deep dive into the 10 Minute Rule, and the brain research behind it.
Reflect & Pivot: How We Course Correct—Coaching Replay
In this coaching, Gail shares the four areas we consider when attempting a course correction after realizing they just aren't getting it.
Aligning Your Standards with the CAFE Menu—Coaching Replay
Watch the replay of this helpful coaching session!
Building the Ultimate Classroom Library—Coaching Replay
Watch this 30 minute session with Gail Boushey.
Daily 5 in Upper Elementary & Middle School—Coaching Replay
Catch up on the latest coaching topic! Every month members have access to quick, valuable PD.
Why Classroom Design? Coaching Replay
Watch or re-watch this helpful session on Classroom Design, and why it matters.
The 1st Priority in the Classroom Coaching Series Replay
What is more powerful than any other tool that educators have deployed to improve student academic achievement?
Using CAFE with Your Reading Program Coaching Series Replay
Watch Allison share how to successfully integrate your requirements with CAFE to organize instruction and make learning visible for students.
When Behavior Interferes with Stamina Coaching Series Replay
In this session, Gail provides tips and techniques for helping all students be successful.
What Strategies to Teach First—Coaching Series Replay
Do you wonder where to start on the CAFE Menu? Watch this session to get Gail's input.
Starting the Year with Daily 5—Coaching Series Replay
Are you ready for a new year with Daily 5? Watch this coaching session and get our guide to get you going this year!
Replay—The Words We Use Coaching Sessions
Watch all four sessions of our Summer PD 'On the Run'!
Learning Loss Debunked Coaching Session
In this coaching replay, Gail discusses the myth of learning loss and a plan to move forward.
Coaching Series Replay—Authentic Learning Demystified
Students and teachers in classrooms all over the world are wasting their precious learning time on busy work. Real-life application is key.
Coaching Replay—Increasing Reading Engagement at School and Home
A monthly All Access Member Benefit!
Coaching Series Replay—Tales from the Virtual Daily 5 Classroom
In this month's coaching session, Gail visits with two teachers about their experiences with virtual Daily 5.
Coaching Series Replay—Back on Track in the New Year
Watch the replay of January Coaching where Gail shares her thoughts on what strategies can help after a break from learning.
Coaching Series Replay—Identify Teaching Points in Any Book
In this coaching session, Gail and Allison teach a simple and effective way to find teaching points in any book on your shelf. Walk away with a few examples and a template to use yourself!
Coaching Series Replay—3 Questions to Ask Before Teaching Any Lesson
Monthly coaching sessions are free to All Access Members of The Daily CAFE.
Coaching Series Replay—Teaching a Whole Group Lesson Part 2
Gail and Allison share how to design a lesson to meet the needs of your class (Instruction Protocol Steps 5-8).
Coaching Series Replay—Teaching Virtual Whole Groups With Ease
Learn tips and tricks for instructing your students in a virtual whole group setting.
Coaching Series Replay—Conferencing in K-1 at the Start of the Year
Get tips and know what to write down after watching this K/1 conference coaching session.
Coaching Series Replay—Online Small Group Conferring in the First Weeks
Watch Gail confer with a small group of 4th and 5th grade students, then watch Gail and Allison review that session and coach you through it.
Coaching Series Replay—Three Resources to Successfully Launch Daily 5
This coaching shows resources for your Daily 5 launch. Going virtual this year? You may also want to look at the Using Daily 5 in Online Learning session.
Coaching Series Replay—Establishing Conferring Routines in the First Days
Watch a conferring session between Gail and Griffin, AND a debrief of the conference! Learn the most important questions to ask, what to write down, and more.
Coaching Series Replay—Using Daily 5 in Online Learning
Watch Gail Boushey and Allison Behne share the first few days of using Daily 5 in online learning, and get a few handy resources.
Coaching Series Replay—How your membership saves you time
In this monthly coaching, Gail Boushey and Allison Behne give an overview of The Daily CAFE Website and all of the resources you can access.
Coaching Series Replay—Spring Forward Teacher Challenge
Watch the May monthly coaching video and get ideas on building student relationships, growing professionally, finding joy, and self-care.
Coaching Series Replay—Real-Time Conversation with Gail and Carol
Watch the video replay of Gail Boushey, Carol Moehrle and members of the community discuss current events and the effects on our teaching.
Coaching Series Replay—Facing the Blank Page: What to Write About
Watch this coaching video to discover how to inspire young writers.
Coaching Series Replay—Ready, Set, Read Aloud
Watch this coaching video to discover how to get the most out of read-alouds.
Coaching Series Replay—How do you know what they need?
Let's review three simple and powerful strategies that will help us discover just what each student needs to help them move forward.
Coaching Series Replay—Using Favorite Picture Books for Strategy Instruction
Did you miss the July monthly coaching—Using Favorite Picture Books for Strategy Instruction? Catch up now.
Coaching Series Replay—Writing in the Margins
Did you miss the June monthly coaching—Writing in the Margins? All-access members can catch up now.
Coaching Series Replay—Tools for Creating a Calm Classroom—Deep Breathing
Learn how to use deep breathing to calm your class in this online coaching.
Coaching Series Replay—Celebrating the "Messy Middle"
Watch the replay of July's coaching session where Gail reviews concepts of the book, Life is in the Transitions by Bruce Feiler, and celebrates participant's accomplishments.
Conversations—Nurturing Writers with Equity in Mind
Watch the replay of Gail and Regie Routman, and get their handouts.