You Can Have it All – But There’s a Catch
Sometimes I feel like we lie to the next generation. By trying to encourage our students and children, we inadvertently romanticize life. I get why we do this. Clichés […]
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Monkey See, Monkey Do – Do Your Kids See You as a Learner?
The old proverb “monkey see, monkey do” holds true to parents and learning. I often have parents ask me what they can do to encourage their struggling child in school. […]
Less is More in Parenting Good Students
A math picture on my blog; can you believe it? Stay with me . . . Less stress = more happiness Less hatred = more peace Less junk food = […]
2015 or Bust – Guiding Generation Y in Growth for the New Year
I’m a starter. I love the excitement that goes along with starting new things. At the beginning of 2015, parents have an opportunity to not only set goals for themselves […]
Making Christmas Meaningful for the Next Generation
Room 128 serves as a place where I experiment with my thoughts and plans, and Christmas is no exception. Here’s how my classes make Christmas meaningful. Last year my students […]
What Would Atticus Think about Ferguson?
My juniors started To Kill a Mockingbird this week, and I am once again reminded of how timeless this novel is. I love teaching this book for several reasons. 1. […]
What Teachers Don’t Learn in College
Ask me to explain symbolism in Gatsby or the narrative structure of Frankenstein. I can tell you two secrets that can help you interpret almost any poem. Who or whom – no problem. […]
My Thoughts to the Young Mom at Target with her Screaming Kid
This past Saturday I made a quick stop at Target to buy a wedding gift. Standing in the crowded checkout line with the aroma of pumpkin spice latte all around, […]
Don’t be a Hater
Are you a hater? I’m guilty of it, and I imagine you are also from time to time. Even though I like to think that I’m a positive person, but […]
Why I Teach Banned Books (or books with cursing and sex)
To Kill a Mockingbird Of Mice and Men Brave New World Walk in Room 128 on any given day, and my students could be reading these books. Add The Things They […]
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