When I was a teacher in the classroom, I used to refer to October as “Dark-tober” because I felt lost and unsure of how to support my readers at this point in the year. I did the running records, got the level, and...

It’s always smart to start your reading or writing workshops on day one. To understand why, read this article – Yes, You Can Start Workshop On Day One! This article discusses how to set up your class with the...

Creating a Writing Toolkit If you are like me, having all your tools and materials in one place is important, especially when trying to balance teaching multiple subjects. So when I discovered writing toolkits, I was...

The first few weeks of the school year are the perfect time to craft a vision for your classroom culture and plan ways to build community with your kiddos. As educators, we want to create classroom spaces that make...

Over the past year, I’ve taken up boxing through Class Pass, a membership that allows you to try different workouts and gyms. I tried several boxing studios in my neighborhood. First, I started with the revered Rumble...

When I moved into my current apartment, I left behind an ex-wife who was very handy and had every tool you could imagine. She could pretty much repair every household thing. This also meant that I didn’t need to focus...