It’s summertime! And whether you have still have school (sorry), year round school (sorry, again) or you are home, summer is a busy time. We vacation during summer, organize our homes, even remodel a little, and more importantly, we have fun. Here are some lesson ideas that are inspired by the summer. Characters and vacation– […]
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The Dog Won’t Eat Your Homework Now: Rethinking Homework in Elementary Classrooms
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] I am not a believer in homework. I am, however, a huge believer in learning. I am a huge believer in doing things with your children. I am a huge […]
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10 Supplies Every Teacher Needs..NOW
In a couple of weeks, thousands of teachers will open their classroom to a new classroom of eager students ready to learn for the new school year. During this time, teachers will have the privilege to know a whole new set of schools and have the chance to ask parents to help contribute to supplies […]
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The Necessity of Failure: The Challenge of Assessments
I have just finished grading final exams for high school sophomores, and I can’t help but wonder if I am guilty of cheating. Balancing high standards with opportunities for retakes shapes my approach to developing assessments. In my view, a student who fails one section of multiple choice should have the opportunity to write more […]