Parenting: school years came out with an exhaustive list of lists and percentages about family issues and values. Their Tough Love (Jan., 2013, p.76) comments put me on alert. 54% insist kids finish an activity they start even if they don’t like it. 58% of kids have chores and a third of kids with chores… Read More »
In the season of reflection and giving thanks, I want to remember so many people who influenced my decision to become me. My parents encouraged me to read, write, create on my own, dance, sing and be my own person while taking responsibility for my actions. My teachers for opening up the world beyond my… Read More »
Planning lessons is important for your students. In-between times, the transitions, need to be planned as well. That’s the time when you can ‘lose’ some students to dis-behavior. When are the transition times? * arrival, departure from the classroom * beginning and end of small groups * lining up for leaving/returning to the room *… Read More »