Awesome Teachers Praise Their Students To Increase Positive Behaviors (GMTT – #8)

Remember last week's Give More To Teaching Idea? "Walk around, Talk around?" Well I am going to add Praise Around. This is super powerful in conjunction with movement through the classroom. And did you know that it is a researched based behavior modification tactic? Plus it takes no additional resources, tools, or training. You can … Continue reading Awesome Teachers Praise Their Students To Increase Positive Behaviors (GMTT – #8)

Awesome Teachers Add A Routine For Students Who Finish Early (GMTT – #2)

A lot of teachers have some type of activity for students to work on after they are finished with work, but most teachers don't maximize the benefits of this routine. Adding this routines will take 5% more effort, and will lead to HUGE gains throughout the year. I promise you will get a lot of … Continue reading Awesome Teachers Add A Routine For Students Who Finish Early (GMTT – #2)

50 Outdoor and Nature Inspired Learning Activities For Preschoolers

I have LOVED creating this list! I am currently working on an outdoor preschool curriculum and found/came up with all these cute ideas. Once my curriculum is completed, I will let you know! In the mean time, check out these 50 (plus a few) nature learning activities that you can do with your preschooler! Colors … Continue reading 50 Outdoor and Nature Inspired Learning Activities For Preschoolers

Opinion: Is Selective Education Harmful To A Nation? A Look At The History of British Education.

Recently there has been increased dissatisfaction of the education system in Europe and the United States. While the United States has had a long history of "public schools," Britain was slow to move towards schools that educated many students. This is not to say that the United State's early schools were all inclusive and comprehensive … Continue reading Opinion: Is Selective Education Harmful To A Nation? A Look At The History of British Education.

Research Based Top 6 Ways Working Conditions Affect Special Education Instruction – Which School Environment Is Right For My Child?

As an educator, I am frequently asked about how parents can tell if their student is receiving great instruction. These questions include, but are not limited to: How can I tell if a curriculum is right for my child? Is my child’s school providing a good education for my child? Is my child’s teacher any … Continue reading Research Based Top 6 Ways Working Conditions Affect Special Education Instruction – Which School Environment Is Right For My Child?