6 Reasons to Teach Calculator Skills

…fairly solid understanding of numbers and what they mean. I don’t advocate giving them to young children who have not had time to develop number sense, because entering numbers into…

Teachers, Help MrOwl Help YOU!

One of the best ways to explore the unique features of MrOwl is to watch my webinar for teachers, Discover MrOwl: A Free Tech Tool for Organizing, Sharing, and Collaborating….

The True Cost of Free Teaching Resources

…everything for free.” If you agree, I understand why you might feel that way. Really, I do. I used to feel that way, too, before I discovered the true cost…

Quiet Signals and Timers

…timer on their Smartphone as a count down or count up timer. The obvious problem with using this strategy is that you have to have your phone on and you…

A “Smart” Way to Motivate Students

…thanks, Laura! My motto is “Have fun, the learning will come!” So, I wanted to share with you a fun way I motivate my students to reach goals as a…

Out with Answer Keys – In with QR Codes!

You know what QR codes are … those black and white patterned squares you scan with your smartphone to be taken to a webpage with more information about, well, anything!…