Self-care Challenge: 4 Mini-Moments Teachers Need Every Day

You’re busy. There’s no doubting that. And it’s far too easy to just. keep. going. until you realize it’s 2 p.m., and you haven’t stopped all day. With that in mind, it feels a little bit crazy to come at you with an extensive list of “All of The Things Teachers Can Do To Reduce […]
Do We Need Kid-Friendly Alternatives to Hangman in the Classroom?

Hangman is a much-loved game for kids of all ages that’s often seen on whiteboards in elementary school classrooms as an easy brain break activity, or as a game to play just before the kids head out for lunch. But, is it an appropriate game to be playing with young kids? Don’t get me wrong, […]
Teacher TED Talks You’ll Want to Watch!

TED Talks. Can’t get enough of them? You’re not alone! It can be hard being a teacher when you’re up against a whole lot of bad news about the state of education … especially at a time when you are trying to do everything you possibly can to ensure your students are happy and learning. […]