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I love music. I love books. Of course I put the two of them together often. One of my favorite assignments as a teacher, is having my students create playlists/soundtracks that go with the stories that they write. Sometimes, I have them pick music that goes with a particular book or even a scene. When… Continue reading Reading Playlists
Did that title get your attention? Many of you immediately are thinking, "If your high school student can't read, there are bigger problems." I completely agree with you! By high school, students are usually quite proficient at reading words. As their teacher, I want them to read what the author wrote. I want them to… Continue reading Teach Your High Schooler How to Read
For years I have had students come through (public, private, and homeschool), having been taught how to spell, and having gone through tons of writing training. Neither of these things in and of themselves are bad! Students should generally know how to spell without spell check, and should know how to structure an essay and… Continue reading Enhancing Student Essays Through Literary Analysis
The author reflects on spending over 600 hours outdoors with their children, blending education with nature. They highlight practical tips like using a milk crate for school supplies and chalk for creative learning activities, such as city planning and math. Nature journals and family walks further enrich their educational experiences.
I spend a lot of time creating additional support materials for the girls. And then I post something like my TV time tickets and friends go, "CAN YOU SHARE THE TEMPLATE!" And I remember I have a website and the PERFECT place to drop some freebies! It's mostly stuff for preschool-early elementary. But one or… Continue reading Freebie Palooza!
The Nurtured Bee 