It’s time to start looking at our schools through a new lens- an assets based lens. What do I mean by this? I means that we should focus on what our students and teachers are good at, rather than constantly dwelling on what they need to work on. This type of environment is better for…
As a teacher, it’s kind of heartbreaking when a child doesn’t seem to believe in himself. But when it’s my own kiddo, it’s even worse! My oldest child was born believing in herself. She has never met a problem she didn’t face with fierce determination. One of her earliest statements was “I do it myself!”…
It starts with a whisper. A rumor is started, and it spreads like wildfire. Girls become divided, friendships are ruined, and reputations are tarnished. This is girl drama, and it can be extremely harmful to girls both mentally and emotionally. In this blog post, we will discuss how schools and parents can help girls to…
It’s daunting, isn’t it? You’ve just been hired as a new teacher and now you’re expected to perform miracles in the classroom. It’s no wonder so many new teachers feel overwhelmed and lost during their first year. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! In this post, we will share 25 tips for new teachers…
Graduating kindergarten and demonstrating readiness for first grade is about so much more than counting and letter recognition. Most parents aren’t paying enough attention to behavioral and social skills that are necessary for continued growth. Many first grade reading programs are beginning to focus much more on fluency and comprehension, both of which require a…
I’ve got a pretty good eye for teenage boy reading material. Ya know, the safe kind that you’re thrilled for your kid to be reading. While I haven’t taught English to middle school boys since 2006-2008, I was much more recently a youth minister to kids ages 12-18. Currently, I am currently a literacy specialist…
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