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October 9, 2019 The Trouble with Student-Centered Learning

Who could possibly be against student-centered learning? I am. But not for the reasons you think. I’m not here…

October 2, 2019 The Need for Play

I am always astounded when I read how yet another school has decided to cut back on recess to make more time for core content…

September 30, 2019 It Starts with You

I think every teacher wants to make a difference. We want to leave a meaningful impact on the lives of students and push them upwards…

September 25, 2019 The Power of Purpose-Based Learning

Let’s be honest: they’re probably never going to use it. Of course, people do use science. Without it, we’d literally be stuck in the dark…

September 23, 2019 Comics in the Classroom

As a child, I absolutely LOVED to read. English was hands-down my favorite subject, and I devoured my summer reading list the way other kids…

September 18, 2019 The Road to Inquiry

Why can’t dogs talk? Why is the sky blue? How does an apple seed turn into a tree? Is anything real? 

September 11, 2019 The Life-Changing Magic of Authentic Audiences

Having children means never having to say your house is clean. There’s always something more that could be picked up, wiped down, or dusted off.…

September 9, 2019 The “Feel-Good” Message That Has Some Teachers Feeling Bad

There’s a cheerful message that’s being passed around on social media. It’s appeared on school banners and classroom doors and at least one hallway mural.…