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Want to engage students in reading comprehension? Start with short films
Want to engage your student in reading comprehension? Teach it using short films!
Welcome to Summer!
My One Little Word for summer: Savor!
How a cookbook connects me to my dad
Books have the power to connect us with loved ones. This Father’s Day, I am sharing a post about how a cookbook keeps me connected to my dad.
Want to make the science of reading engaging? Start a Class Podcast
Amplify student voices and engagement with podcasting!
Replace “Do” with “Be”
I am ending my school year with the intention to be present.
The Traveling Teacher in Toronto
Spring break road trip to Toronto!
Transform Test Prep with Visual Thinking Strategies
Want to boost student engagement? Try teaching reader analysis and written response with Visual Thinking Strategies!
Be Curious, not judgmental
How these wise words from Ted Lasso impact the way I approach my students.
The Traveling Teacher in Athens
Okay teachers, it is time for some summertime dreaming! Wondering where to go? I highly recommend Greece!
Welcoming 2024 with intention
Setting intentions for 2024 with One Little Word!
Our class Book Flood
Looking for the perfect way to spend time before vacation, hold a Christmas book flood!
‘Tis the Week before winter break
Our first school break is around the corner and so is the opportunity for some truly independent reading!
Reading over thanksgiving break
Our first school break is around the corner and so is the opportunity for some truly independent reading!
The Podcast Epsiode I neeed to Hear
The podcast episode teachers need to hear.
Coaching Soccer, Putting on Ballet slippers again and Singing to Taylor Swift alone in my car: 3 things I never thought I’d do and how they make me a better teacher
Three things I never thought I’d do and how they made me a better teacher and mom.
What to do when students dislike reading
Honor students’ truth about reading.
What Teachers can learn from ted lasso
This is an oldie but goodie. I had to post it again!
Five Ways to Nurture Student readers
How is independent reading going in your classroom? Need a boost? Check out this post!
Building the Classroom library with students
It all begins with an idea.
I remember 9/11
It all begins with an idea.