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NCTE 2018: Raising Student Voice Through Blogging, Student Websites, Social Media and Tech Tools

NCTE 2018: Raising Student Voice Through Blogging, Student Websites, Social Media and Tech Tools I’m super excited to be spending the weekend in Houston at NCTE 2018! It’s like Disneyland, Christmas morning and my birthday all rolled up into one awesome experience! For teachers, professors, writers, publishers…basically any and all book nerds, introverts or peopleRead More

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Thinking Routines: Developing Creativity and Critical Thinking In My Classroom

Thinking Routines: Developing Creativity and Critical Thinking In My Classroom As I was walking out to hop on my bike after school today, I noticed a man leaving at the same time. I smiled, balancing my bookbag on my shoulder, and said, “Hello”.  Flashing a huge grin, he replied, “You on your way home?” “Yep,”Read More

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Halloween Is Over-Rated, Isn’t It?

Halloween is over-rated. And I’m over it. Done. I’m fine with no Halloween this year – seriously. Nothing…except memories. The closest I’m coming to celebrating Halloween this year is driving by a pumpkin patch on the freeway and viewing other people’s costumes on social media. Yes, I’m that pathetic. I’m an empty nester, you knowRead More

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Could You – Would You – Help Make A Difference?

Could You – Would You – Help Make A Difference? What would you do if it meant you could make a difference in the life of a child? Would you watch a video? Donate money? Eat a burrito every single day for a year?   You’ve got to hear the story of my friend KalaRead More

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These Stories, Those Words, and Powerful Tests of the Universe

These stories. “Our intellects, our hearts, and our souls are constantly being tested by the universe. Life will create new challenges for you to face each time you prove yourself capable of overcoming the challenges of the past. What you deem difficult will always differ from that which others deem difficult. The tests you willRead More

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Saying No As Self-Care

Saying No As Self Care The final bell FINALLY rang last week, and just as I shuttled out my 7th graders and sat down to breathe in and take some self-care time to relish the quiet, a new teacher burst into my room. I use the word ‘burst’ intentionally, as she was quite out ofRead More

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Clearing Out and Making Space For Creativity

I spent the summer clearing out. Clearing In Springtime It started in May, actually, when my classroom began to feel like the walls were closing in. I needed space. Every day after school I would open something, fill the recycle bin, scrutinize and smile and either toss or find a new home.   I turnedRead More

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What To Learn When You Want To Grow

What To Learn When You Want To Grow My own children have officially launched, leaving me wondering, questioning, considering how now to become the very best version of myself as I move into another phase, one without my children here to direct my time. It’s still important for me to learn and grow and progress.Read More

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Hovering: Touching Down Gently For Endings and Beginnings

I feel like I’m hovering. Early spring It started a few months ago, back in the early spring,  when I did a huge garden cut back. Two huge buddleia bushes cut to half their size on the advice of my mom, who reminded me they could take a good pruning. Moms always know best. I’veRead More

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Kids, School, and Stress – 4 Tips That Will Help

Back to school is closing in fast – and while we may all agree that education is one of the most important factors in any child’s life, more and more we’re seeing our kids’ mental health at risk. For kids, going to school can often feel as though they are merely learning to take tests.Read More

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