21
Aug
2019
Celebrating with Bronze Medals
Like most people, I’m a sucker for an inspirational sports story. Whether it’s the classic underdog victory or a moment of sheer... Read More
14
Aug
2019
Old Jokes and New Ideas
My grandfather is a great lover of jokes. I don’t mean the slightly cynical modern humor we use today. I mean the... Read More
31
Jul
2019
Let’s Get Real! Bringing Authentic Learning into Your Classroom
What would you do if you could do anything and not fail? I love that question. Don’t you? But, what about your... Read More
10
Jul
2019
Secrets, Clues, and the Art of Teaching
Everyone loves a good secret. The allure of hidden knowledge has a way of sharpening our minds and drawing us into a... Read More
3
Jul
2019
A Run in the Rain
I’m a runner. There’s nothing I love more than a brisk jog in the early morning with a cool wind at my... Read More
26
Jun
2019
PBL and the Magic of Staying Outside the Lines
A friend recently confided in me that she has a new passion—adult coloring books. At first, I looked at her and thought,... Read More
18
Jun
2019
You Don’t Teach Reading; You Teach Students
A few years ago, back when YA dystopias were all the rage in literary circles, a friend of mine suggested I read... Read More
12
Jun
2019
Kindness Goes a Long Way
It all began when my car gave a slight shudder as I drove down the interstate one cold, dark evening. Now, in... Read More