Teaching Children Not to Be Rude!

…means to fill needs and desires. Low self-worth – Being hostile and defensive is often a sign of insecurity Materialism – The quest for money and possessions is more important…

12 Ways to Motivate Reluctant Readers

…each day with a short student-led book talk? Ask students to sign up in advance to do a 2-minute informal book share. Letting them tell about their favorite book will…

Solving the Hand Raising Problem

…back to consistency. Erin Rainey: We have signals for “I have a connection (to the story or what someone said)” “I agree” “I disagree” and “I’m confused.” It helps me…

How to Get Kids to Slow Down with Their Work

…Review early finishers’ work quickly and provide quick feedback verbally or on sticky notes to help students improve their work. 5) Always have follow-up tasks to assign to early finishers…

5 Ways to Make Your Students Smile

sign your name or even write a few words. People will appreciate you thanking them for the smile they brought you. Try it! Here is to wishing you a year…