We’ve heard time and again how important it is for students to read frequently if they wish to become proficient readers. Over summer vacations, teachers assign summer reading and agonize…
One of the most common errors I see with students is the inconsistent capitalization of the word mom and dad. This tells me that there is a fundamental misunderstanding of…
It is no surprise that the advent of technology has transformed our world into a fast paced, information based society. And with each technological advance, we’ve seen jobs slowly replaced…
By now, in 2022, there are a few things about reading that we all know to be true:1. Reading to our babies is important for brain development.2. Reading aloud to…
I much prefer to write my thoughts than to speak them. Perhaps this is why I write. The tragic irony is that writers must, in fact, be strong speakers too. There’s…
Why is it so important to find the right fit for a writing teacher?Because learning to write is different from all other academic disciplines.There isn't one right or wrong answer…
Writing is the new hot button word in schools across America. Teachers are including it in their curriculums across the board and touting its importance. So if writing has become…
What is one of the first toys we give our children when they can sit and crawl?Blocks.Rubber blocks, wooden blocks, cardboard blocks.All kinds of blocks.What do we give kids as…
Some children have a particular interest in writing and know just what class suits their ability and interest set. However, other students are less inclined to the written arts or…
Well, the Winter Olympics have come to an end and my family will definitely miss the late nights shared watching skiing, bobsled, and, our personal favorite, ice-skating, while we cheered…