Five Reasons for Children to Read "Out Soft"

My students read "out soft" for many reasons in the classroom. First, I'll bet you've alrea…

What Are You Doing This Summer?

Congratulations on making it through this school year!   I don't know about you, but it usually takes me …

How Can I Prepare for the Last Weeks of School?

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Introverts vs Extroverts in the Classroom

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Why Encourage Team Building in the Elementary Classroom?

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Five Hints to Help Avoid False Praise and Give Valuable Feedback

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Three Purposes for Boom Learning Digital Task Cards

Children (and teachers) absolutely LOVE Boom Learning Digital Task Cards. Did you realize there are different…

Routine and Novelty: How Can We Keep a Balance?

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Political Conflict: How Can We Help the Children?

America has been struggling with political conflict.  As teachers and parents, how can we help the students t…

Toxic Positivity

Have you ever heard anyone say these phrases? Don't be so negative! It will all be fine. Look at the brig…