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"Write an essay on The Great Gatsby." "Pick a character to analyze.""Write an essay on the theme of the book." What do all of these "prompts" have in common? No direction. Which, you may think giving them broad, open ended questions is helpful, but it is more often than not, the opposite. Often times, students… Continue reading Why Students Usually Hate Essays: And Why It’s Not Their Fault
Everyone knows I like a good plan, and we love a good rhythm with our learning. We’ve walked through the alphabet, one letter per day, A through Z (if you missed the deets, check out The ABC Update). Each letter has its day to shine, and by the time we reach Z, we’ve built an entire… Continue reading A Pause with Purpose: Spiral Review Week
I used to think self-care was a joke. That productivity equaled value and worth. If you weren't moving, you were wasting time. Spending time and money on frivolous things like skin care, mani/pedis, or even superfluous food, was frowned upon. I was clearly more superior as I was so low maintenance as a woman. I… Continue reading From Hustle to Grace: One Mom’s Journey to Finding Balance
Learning to read is one of the most significant milestones in a child’s education, and every student’s path to literacy is unique. While some children quickly pick up phonics and word recognition through traditional methods like reading aloud or using flashcards, others may struggle to engage with the process, requiring more dynamic and interactive approaches.… Continue reading Get the Wiggles Out- Kinesthetic Learning for Elementary Students
The "Home Zoo" activity engages children by enabling them to create a cardboard zoo using stuffed animals, complete with informational signs. This project incorporates learning about animal habitats and enhances skills in using references like indexes and glossaries. It promotes creativity with art supplies while fostering educational fun.
The Nurtured Bee 