Inspiring Educators Everywhere
Playing outside is essential to the healthy growth of children. Children need to get outside, get dirty and discover the natural world around them. They need to, but they are not. In a recent article in “The Guardian”, a survey in the U.K. showed that 74% of children spent less than 60 minutes a day playing... Continue Reading →
As teachers, we often read blog posts about building community within our classrooms. We also have these discussions on a near daily basis with our colleagues and our PLN (Professional Learning Network) in spaces like Twitter. Building community within your class is the key to having not only a functioning classroom but a thriving one.... Continue Reading →
Seriously folks… Ask for help if you need it. All people who are new to the classroom need help and advice from others. You have decided that you had something of value to give to others so you decided to become a teacher. Whether in an elementary school in Toronto, a high school in Boston,... Continue Reading →
It may seem simple and in many ways, it is, but being in your classroom to great your students as they enter in the morning means a lot. It means A WHOLE LOT! When your students enter your classroom early on a weekday morning it can really set the tone for a positive week. Well,... Continue Reading →
It seems I have fallen into a trap as a teacher. What’s that trap? Well, I know that young children need time to be creative. I know they need time to explore arts and crafts. I know this, but I don’t give them as many opportunities to do this as I should. I have gotten... Continue Reading →
As the education world moves further down the digital path, it’s good to have a grasp of some useful tools that can make your classroom experience more meaningful. These are 5 apps that I simply couldn’t live without as an early elementary teacher. Seesaw: Gone are the days of paper portfolios. Students can create... Continue Reading →
Over the years I have found that a great way to get your class motivated is through multi-age student collaboration. It’s really quite simple, team up with an older or younger grade and do some work together. This could be a project or simply have the other grade level participate in an activity with... Continue Reading →
As an elementary school teacher, I am always searching for new ideas and ways to improve my teaching. I’m definitely not alone in this. In my years teaching I have worked with a wide variety of talented educators and a common trait many of them have is a thirst for knowledge and a desire for... Continue Reading →
