The Power of ‘Boredom’–or is ‘Unscheduled Down Time’ a Better Description?
It’s summer and the livin’ is easy!
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“Once You Learn to READ, you will be forever FREE”…A Fitting Quote for Our Nation’s 250th Anniversary?
I was given a copy of this illustration as a ‘thank you’ for presenting a webinar a couple of years ago.
Words of Wisdom and a Little Bit/A LOT More for Parents/Caregivers of Kids Who Need to Attain Literacy
All 50 of our states ought to follow the example of my former home state.
Taking Its Toll On Everyone…See The Light in the Shadows and Keep Reading
I’ve been pondering the subject matter of this article for a good many days…every time I sit down to write, both my heart and my mind hurt…but keep reading…
How Can We Be Over-Teaching Phonics--or Anything Else--When So Many Students Are Unsuccessful in the Attainment of Literacy?
I have a lot to say about Liana Loewus’ recent article, “The Cost of Over-Teaching Phonics”, which appeared in Education Next this month.
What Parents Need to Know about ‘Book Language’–Next Steps for Children Part 3 (of 3)
Recap of Parts 1 and 2
What Parents Need to Know about ‘Book Language’–Next Steps for Children Part 2 (of 3)
Prelude
What Parents Need to Know about ‘Book Language’–What’s That Anyway?? Part 1
Introduction: Authentic Text Is Full of ‘Book Language‘
Looking Back on a Remarkable Year—Thank You for Being Part of It!
Let’s Look Back!
“On The First Day of Christmas, My Parent (and/or Teacher) Gave to Me…”
My singing voice can best be described as, well, ‘mediocre’.