Back in 2017, I shared with my community of like-minded supporters a wonderful online website that has been designed very carefully to meet the needs of all students in the math arena. I am back with an update on the changes that have taken place. But first, I want to acknowledge the fact that the site is still up and running, AND, stronger than ever. This is HUGE! There are a lot of web-based software companies that start out, get people hooked, and then, for whatever reason, fizzle ... continue reading...
Holiday Printables (FREE)
It's that time of year! I am excited to share a collection of fun- FREE- holiday printables that you might enjoy using with your class! WAHOO! Below you will find the links to several wonderful projects. I am confident that it will help you and your students (or kids) enjoy this holiday season! ... continue reading...
Ready or Not, It’s Time to Get Kids Engaged in Learning!
The world of best practices for engagement strategies has evolved. Sadly, not all teachers were on board when it changed. Some still cling to what worked "back in the day" because it's comfortable. Students today aren't the same as the students of yester-year and it's time we fully embrace that knowledge. Student Engagement: What's Changed? Some might argue that the great pendulum of education has simply swung the opposite direction for a season. They tend to wait and hope that what is ... continue reading...
STEM: What It Is and What It Is Not
STEM. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. That part I always knew. I always thought that STEM was doing projects and letting students be creative in finding solutions. And then, I attended a STEM Academy for Administrators and my STEM world was flipped upside down. STEM from the Start! As I drove to the site of the first of five sessions that were to be spread over the course of the school year, I was a little apprehensive, I wasn't 100% sure what to expect, but knew that I needed some ... continue reading...
Teaching Poetry Made Easy (VIDEO POST)
Teaching Poetry is a tough subject for many teachers. If you are like me, you just need some ideas as a springboard! Well, look no further- the video below will give you a quick overview of how to teach poetry to your students (Grades 4-5-6+, ideas can be adapted for lower grades) without the stress! Links to Poetry Materials Mentioned in the Video: -The Write Genre: Classroom Activities and Mini-Lessons That Promote Writing with Clarity, Style, and Flashes of Brilliance -Scholastic Rhyming ... continue reading...
