Category: Musings

Literacy Circles

Implementing Literacy Circles/Book Clubs in Your Classroom in 10 Steps

One effective way to foster a love for reading and improve literacy skills is through literacy circles or book clubs. Never tried it? Here’s how! Why use Literacy Circles? In today’s classrooms, engaging students in reading is more important than ever. One effective way to foster a love for reading and improve literacy skills is
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Summertime Activities for Teachers

9+ Summertime Activities for Teachers: How to Make the Most of Your Break

Are you bored when summer arrives? What do teachers do over the summer? I’ve got a comprehensive list of summertime activities for teachers! Summertime Activities for Teachers Summer break is here! After months of dedicated teaching, lesson planning, grading and testing, the sudden shift to a less structured schedule can feel disorienting. This is a
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Inclusive Classroom Library

Building an Inclusive Classroom Library: 33 LGBTQ+ Books for Middle School Students

Creating an inclusive classroom library with LGBTQ+ books for your students, is an essential part in fostering a welcoming and supportive learning environment for all students. Introduction: Building an Inclusive Classroom Library Creating an inclusive classroom library is essential for fostering a welcoming and supportive learning environment for all students. With the growing diversity in
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Teacher wellness

Teacher Wellness: Health Challenges Faced by Teachers and 8 Bonus Self-Care Tips

Teacher wellness: We polled 426 teachers and asked them what illnesses they experienced because of their work. These are the most common issues. What is a Teacher Wellness Check? A teacher wellness check is a check-in with fellow teachers. Recently, I conducted a teacher wellness check. I asked a simple question, “What ailments have you
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Trends in Literacy - From 1992- Present

Unveiling the Latest Trends in Literacy from 1992 to Today

I spent the last month looking over data to find the latest trends in literacy and reading. Here are the main takeaways. Trends in Literacy and Reading Trends in Literacy are constantly evolving. Should we allow kids to learn to read from phonics? Sight words? The Science of Reading? Additionally, literacy trends are shaped by
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Consequences of Illiteracy

17 Devastating Consequences of Illiteracy: A Data-Driven Analysis

I spent the last several months looking at literacy statistics in America. This is a 4-part series that explains the consequences of illiteracy. What Are the Consequences of Illiteracy In America? The consequences of illiteracy are far-reaching. Studies show that 43% of adults with Level 1 literacy skills live in poverty. This staggering statistic highlights
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Cultivate an affection for books with your child.

5 Ways Fathers Can Cultivate a Lasting Affection for Books

Father’s can help cultivate a lasting affection for books in their children. Here are 5 ways to make reading an important part of your relationship with your children. An Affection for Books In an age characterized by relentless digital distractions, encouraging an authentic affection for books in children has never been more imperative. This article,
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Teacher shirts

The Evolution of Teacher Shirts (And Where To Find Them)!

A brief history of teacher shirts, classroom fashion, and cute t-shirt finds! Perfect for Back-to-School! The Evolution of Teacher Shirts Step into any classroom today, and you’re likely to spot a teacher sporting a shirt that proudly showcases their profession. But have you ever wondered how these humble garments went from being simple wardrobe staples
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