Recently, I went on a trip to a show with our kindergarten class, and as always, their safety was my first priority. I may not act quite as intense as other teachers do, frantically taking a head count or tightening their seat buckles so hard they can’t breathe, but I do pay mind and make […]
3 Ways Teaching Has Made Me A Better Mother
I have been teaching since the tender age of twenty-one. Fresh out of college I landed a position in a school where I completed my student teaching for my Bachelor’s degree. I always knew I wanted to have a family. As I reminisce writing this post I recall wanting four or more children. Teaching served […]
4 Books to Teach and Practice Mathematics
Teaching math throughout the years has become more interesting and less stressful for the children. I love reading and so I love to incorporate a literature connection in my math lessons. I usually introduce the skill being taught to the children through my read aloud. It’s great because the children love to be read to […]
Reflecting on The School Year: Were You Engaged This Year?
As the year comes to an end and you reflect on your child’s school year, remember, it was your school year as well. “It takes a village to raise a child”, and we all have to work together the entire year to ensure our child gets the best education possible. I always like to start […]
Which Form of Reading Do You Practice at Home?
With a mother who truly loves reading and writing I was convinced my boys would feel the same. I mean I read to them as soon as I knew I had conceived. They LOVE for me to read to them but not as often as I would like, will they pick up a book to […]