14
Apr
2021
Something Completely Different: Rethinking Student Engagment
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/There are no deserts in Michigan, where I live, and so I was unprepared for the dry heat and the relentless sun... Read More
29
Mar
2021
Three Ways to Make Your Classroom Environmentally Conscious
I have always loved the ocean. In elementary school, I attended a trip to the Shedd Aquarium and was absolutely mesmerized by... Read More
24
Mar
2021
The Little Things Add Up
Sometimes, it’s the little things that make a big difference. The smile in the hallway. The hand on the shoulder. The moment... Read More
22
Mar
2021
Of Science and Stories
Have you ever heard the story of The Ant and the Grasshopper? As the fable goes, the Ant works throughout the summer... Read More
3
Feb
2021
Black History is Our American History
When a country reflects on its history, it is typically taught through the perspective of the dominant demographic. Think about that for... Read More
29
Jan
2021
Connecting with Students through Books
“There’s no such thing as a kid who hates reading. There are kids who love reading, and kids who are reading the... Read More
25
Jan
2021
Increasing Student Effort and Motivation while E-Learning
Although I’m out of the classroom this year on leave, I’ve gotten the opportunity to observe my niece (age 13) and nephew... Read More
20
Jan
2021
STEAM Pioneers Your Students Should Know!
Recently, someone asked me who I believed were the most important pioneers in the fields of STEAM. It’s a pretty harmless question,... Read More