Picture a world where we can connect with others effortlessly, where communication flows like a melody, and relationships are built on trust and understanding. This world exists and it’s called the world of Interpersonal Skills. Interpersonal skills are a crucial component in the classroom. They shape the way students interact with one another, form relationships, … Read more
Please Note: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure (link) for more info. If you want to put a poster up on your bedroom wall, would you just guess the size and get whatever seems good, or actually measure the dimensions of your wall? If you would measure the dimensions to see what poster or … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world, reading has become an essential part of our daily lives. We’re constantly bombarded with information, from emails to news articles. With so much to read, how can we keep up without spending countless hours on every word? That’s where skimming and scanning come in — two techniques that help us process … Read more
_________ What is the mathematical term for the figure shown above? If you thought that it was a line, then you’re actually wrong. The figure shown above is really a line segment because it has two definite endpoints. If these terms boggle your mind and confuse you as much as they do me, then this … Read more
As I hold this magical cuboid in my hand that lets me talk to everyone I have ever known, brings all the knowledge of the world in my palm, has become my alarm clock, my gaming system, and even my music system, I marvel at how far we have come from the time where the … Read more
There are some topics in school that we just learn to pass the exam. For me, that was biology, especially various parts of the plant, human body, and cells and their functions. But not all of us are lucky enough never to need those topics again in life. While I have never had to use … Read more
Trying to teach children with dyslexia with the same tools and techniques as neurotypical students is like writing on a white marker board with white chalk. It’s not that the board or the chalk is faulty; it’s just that they are not a great fit for each other. Instead, a marker might leave a longer … Read more
In this enchanted world of Guided Reading, teachers become the guardians of literacy, leading small groups of students on a path toward mastery. With a focus on individual needs and abilities, teachers provide customized instruction, helping students to overcome obstacles, and unlock their full potential. As students read and engage with the text, they develop … Read more
English can be a tricky language to learn. The same letter can have different sounds when paired with different vowels; these two Cs in “Pacific” and similar sounding words can actually be spelled very differently and mean two distinct things like vow and wow. But, learning to effectively and independently read English is an essential … Read more
Reading is an essential skill that underpins learning across all subject areas. However, as every teacher knows, students come to the classroom with different levels of reading ability, background knowledge, and learning styles. To ensure that every student has the opportunity to develop their reading skills to the fullest, educators must provide instruction that is … Read more