ILA is where it's at. This past week I was in St. Louis for the Annual International Literacy Association Conference. The ILA was formally known as IRA, but we have rebranded our organization to champion literacy around the world. Next…
I know, I know...I've offended every "old" teacher reading this. Don't feel bad, I'm an old teacher, too. However, look passed the insult and take a breath. I think NEW teachers can offer a lot to us OLD teachers...but we…
Teacher Morale. I'm sure I got the attention of several teachers with this title. You can read articles, hear news stories, and listen to friends talk about what teaching has become. I'm not writing this to engage in an…
Part 1 - OBX After Easter at my parents, my husband and I decided to spend a few days of "US TIME" at a friend's place on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. We are lucky enough to live within…
Can you teach sequencing at the emergent level? Of course, you can. It was definitely a trick question. It’s all about routine, practice, expectation, and confidence. If you follow my blog you know I preach and preach about routine. Emergent…