Ten Brain Based Learning Strategies

If you have been reading my blog for a while, you know that I'm absolutely fascinated by the br…

Developing Writing Fluency

I struggled with my Writer's Workshop time, thinking about how my students had fantastic ideas, yet the…

Lessons Learned

Martin Luther King Jr. Books, Videos, and Resources

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Writer's Workshop

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Band aid or Lasso?

Dabbling in DIBELS

Last week I went to a two day training period for DIBELS Next.  DIBELS Next  is an assessment program for ear…

Reflecting Upon the Brain Workshop

I'm a naturally reflective person.  As a teacher, I reflect upon every lesson I teach, constantly thinkin…

10 Key Points About the Brain

As I've mentioned on previous blogs, I'm fascinated by how the brain works, and have done a lot …

Thank you. Veterans!

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Brain Facts

I just love learning about the brain!   Here are a few interesting facts I've learned about the br…

When Fun Is Allowed

Yesterday, I read an article,  Solutions When Recess and Play Aren’t Allowed  from The Cornerstone Blog.  It…

Finding the Carrot

I've taught many grades.  I've had a lot of students.  I've had my share of challenging students.…

Giving Feedback

I find it is important to give honest feedback to children.   I won't tell a child he's doing a go…

Speaking of Heroes

I had the most incredible morning. The town where I grew up dedicated a road in the name of my dad.  My dad …

Celebrate Heroes

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What I Learned on my First Day This Year

Well, I survived and made it through the first day.  My classroom is put together, I made it through Open Hou…

The Brain, Memory, Emotions, and Hurricanes

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