Okay. I'm a little behind. I had my first experience with fidget spinners. I was mesmerized! The student was focused. In fact none of the students were distracted. But I was completely fascinated with the rapid spinning motion. Needless to say, I stopped talking and listening ...
When was the last time your principal gave you a package of gummies for coming to school on time? Did every teacher in your building win a teacher of the year award? "That's silly," you say. "Why would I be rewarded for doing what is expected of me? Why would every teacher win? ...
Everyone likes to hear their name. Well... almost. I didn't like to hear it when mom used my first, middle, and last name with 'that tone' in her voice. I knew that I was in trouble. Other than that, hearing my name gives me an identity and purpose. It lets me know that I ...
Teachers are collectors, packrats, hoarders. Whatever you want to call it. We all have boxes of bulletin board supplies, sharpies, crayons, stickers, books cluttering up our closets. Pull open a drawer and about 20 different colors of highlighters will fall out. File folders are full of fantastic lessons. We even max out computer memories. Sale! Did someone mention the word Sale? All anyone needs to do ...
