Author’s Note: As an elementary school principal, longtime educator, and graduate student studying Creativity and Change Leadership, I am deeply interested in how teams can build creative capacity to support teaching and learning. This review is written for educational leaders, teachers, and anyone working to build innovative school (or organizational) cultures. Chris Grivas and Gerard […]
Why Slowing Down Boosts Team Creativity and Efficiency
If you lead a team—whether it’s a classroom, a grade level, a school, or an entire organization—you’ve probably felt this tension: You have a problem.You have an idea.And your instinct is… let’s just go. At least, that’s exactly how I’m wired. In the first episode of Real Talk School Leadership, I share how a recent […]
Dia de los Muertos: 6 EASY Upper Elementary Teaching Ideas!
Most of the students in your class already know the basics of Dia de los Muertos, largely in part to that famous Disney movie! 💀 But, do they really know the ins and outs of the Mexican-based celebration? Do they know the meaning of all of the flowers, the visits to the graves, or the […]
Discover the Power of the 2nd Grade Math and Reading Spiral Review
Teachers, imagine a resource that saves you time, aligns perfectly with your curriculum, and promotes student engagement and growth. The 2nd Grade Math and Reading Spiral Review bundle is all that and more. This comprehensive, year-long collection of daily practice sheets is designed to help your students excel in both math and reading. Here’s why […]
Solar Eclipse 2024 Activities for Grades 3-6
Get ready to experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of nature – a Solar Eclipse is on its way this April 8th! Are you at school on this day or do you have off for the event? I live in the path of totality and it’s a part of our spring break, so we are NOT at […]
Vincent Van Gogh Comprehension Pack for Kids
As a teacher, finding new and engaging ways to teach history can be a challenge. Fortunately, a podcast series aimed at kids in grades 2-5 has just been released, and it revolves around a fascinating figure in art history: Vincent Van Gogh. I created these podcast stories that your students can listen to along with […]
8 Inspiring Children’s Picture Books to Use During Black History Month (and beyond)
We should celebrate Black History Month every month, but February offers us the chance to focus on this important part of our history. Using children’s picture books is one great way to bring understanding and appreciation for the culture and history of African Americans. Here are eight inspiring books about African American history that you can use with your students during Black History Month.
Utilizing the “3 Whys” Classroom Protocol
As teachers, it’s important to ensure our students are able to think critically and deeply about the topics they are learning. One classroom protocol that helps with this is the “3 Whys” from Project Zero.
How is AI going to change the landscape of education?
At this point, you have probably heard about the AI (artificial intelligence) apps and platforms that allow you to complete almost ANY task. I think the question that most educational leaders, teachers, and even students have right now is how this is going to impact teaching and learning. Let’s dive deeper into this topic…
5 Projects to Help Get You Through the Week Before Halloween
Teaching before Halloween can be rough, but here are 5 projects that will make your week before October 31st just a little easier for you and your students.
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