I AM
If we teach this message to our students the rest of the curriculum would be easy. tlb
10 Questions to Get Kids Thinking Deeper About Books
What do you need to drive a great discussion; to get your students to think more deeply about books? I believe the key to deeper thinking about books lies in … Continue reading
Unrealistic Expectations: Does ADHD Medication Make a Lasting Difference to Academic Achievement?
Schools have been working with children with symptoms of hyperactivity for decades; however, the management of hyperactivity (particularly ADHD) has changed drastically especially when it comes to the treatment of symptoms. … Continue reading
Educational Philosophy
Growth Mindset = try+fail+try again! Best equation to teach children inside (and outside) the classroom. tlb
Scary Headlines Concerning Kindergarten Readiness
Last week, the Washington Post featured a story that should cause every educator and parent some concern. Deputy superintendent of public instruction, Rob Saxton, and the early learning system director … Continue reading
Defying the Average:”Influencing Student Potential”
I love using principalaim to highlight an educational perspective that I share or that I am wrestling with. Today’s “Read This Now!” features an insightful post which essentially questions how … Continue reading
Revisiting Common Core
Not one to quickly or easily dismiss anything that might aid in student instruction and assessment, I have been watching the evolution of Common Core. This highly contentious tool has … Continue reading
Maya Angelou
Let’s continue to inspire our students to stay actively involved in their learning. tlb
Spotlight: Kadir Nelson
If you are not familiar with the work of Kadir Nelson, please keep reading. Known within elementary school circles, Kadir Nelson is an extremely talented artist and illustrator of children’s … Continue reading
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