Happy and Hectic Holidays
I confess. I have mixed feelings about this time of year. Though I love the months of November and December, it is a crazy busy time for educators: school programs, altered schedules, special...
I hate you … I love you
If I had a dime for every time I’ve heard a version of this situation I could have retired a long time ago. “A student in my third period class shuts down, calls me ‘evil’, and yells at me...
Are We There Yet?
The fine art of patiently waiting is a challenge for a great number of kids and adults. Please understand, I include myself in this group. Truth be known, I think I was better at the skill when...
Unintentional Impact
I think it happens more often than not. We get overly focused on one thing and fail to see the bigger picture of what is at play – or at least that is what I believe happens with teachers...
Positive Interactions
Ever notice how you can walk into a school or classroom and get a feel for the climate without anyone saying a word? Every individual has the opportunity to contribute to the overall emotional...
Variability or Disability?
People often make me smile – sometimes, so much so that I write a blog about them. This was the case for an airline employee I encountered several years ago. Randomly, I thought about her...
Just Say “No”
If there is one lesson adults need to teach children it is the idea that they don’t always get what they want. Disappointments throughout life are inevitable, so the more we can help children...
Cognition Over Character
I wish I could say it was an uneventful day, but this was definitely not the case. As part of my normal weekend ritual I was watering the plants on my front patio when two cars rounded the corner...
Teach Skills &
Break Habits
Break Habits
