TL;DR: When implementing The Grid Method with primary grades, consider the physical setup of your room. Evaluate your routines. Create an environment where failure is welcomed. When a student succeeds quickly, or they need a break from learning, allow them to lead. Run student-led conferences in your classroom. Elementary Grids: Tips From Our How-To Guide Is mastery learning something elementary … Read More
Better to Love Better: Valentine’s Day Blog Series
Better to Love Better Blog Series This is a time to love, connect, and embrace the kindness in our world. In this Better to Love Better blog series, read an encouraging poem about Valentine’s Day for teachers. Learn strategies to embrace empathy with your staff and colleagues, and discover ways to promote kindness with your students, starting a ripple effect … Read More
A Poem for Teachers on Valentine’s Day
TL;DR: Valentine’s Day is halfway through the month of February. Teachers everywhere have worked hard to make it this far this year. Valentine’s Day has arrived. So this wonderful poem I have contrived To acknowledge that February is halfway done, Which means something different for everyone. Some adore this holiday filled with love and hearts. Kindness and goodness are … Read More
Joy Filled Mornings
TL;DR: Sometimes people feel a bit down in winter. What can you switch up to make winter less gloomy? Consider doing something that brings you joy each morning before work. Gloomy Season Here in Michigan, the first few months of the year have me feeling a bit gloomy. The holidays are over. My no-buy year, while still resulting in huge … Read More
An IRS Leader
TL;DR: Some educational leaders lead like the IRS—asking for things they don’t really want or need. “IRS” educational leaders do not truly collaborate and already have their minds made up. This jeopardizes their relationships with staff and limits growth. The IRS. Here in America, it is hard to find three letters that stir up more feelings of dissent and displeasure. Now … Read More