NOTE: The contents of this post went out in an email to my subscribers the night of Kobe's passing. Several people asked if the information could be accessed via a link for easier access and sharing. Here is the answer to that request. This information can be used to help students coping with ... Read More about Ideas for Helping Students Cope with the Tragic Death of Kobe Bryant
Kindness Activities and Ideas for Kids
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure here. When you want to teach your students an academic skill, like addition or using figurative language, you probably follow a standard approach: model the skill engage students in hands-on learning activities provide time ... Read More about Kindness Activities and Ideas for Kids
Simple Gratitude Activities for Kids to Use Any Time of Year
The holiday frenzy is officially upon us. In the flurry of house-decorating, meal-preparing, and gift-buying, it’s important for us (and the children in our lives) to remember that it’s also a season of gratitude. And while we’re at it, we should note that gratitude is extremely beneficial ... Read More about Simple Gratitude Activities for Kids to Use Any Time of Year
Teaching Context Clues: Simple Strategies That Work
Vocabulary has the power to make or break a students’ reading comprehension skills. Of course, we don’t have the resources or the time to teach students every vocabulary word they’ll ever encounter in their reading. Plus, drilling vocabulary words and asking students to memorize long lists is an ... Read More about Teaching Context Clues: Simple Strategies That Work
How to Avoid the Pitfalls That Lead to False Growth Mindset
Avoid the pitfalls that lead to false growth mindset If you’re an educator, you’ve most definitely heard the term “growth mindset.” In fact, the concept has spread far beyond classrooms and schools. It’s even implemented at some companies to foster creativity and productivity. Although the ... Read More about How to Avoid the Pitfalls That Lead to False Growth Mindset
Ideas to Help Students Infuse Fancy Vocabulary in Their Writing and Speaking
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure here. Learning high level vocabulary is essential for success in school—and it’s helpful for life success, too. Teaching vocabulary is important because it: boosts reading comprehension improves communication and thinking ... Read More about Ideas to Help Students Infuse Fancy Vocabulary in Their Writing and Speaking
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