Building Blocks That Matter: Forming Positive Relationships with Students and Families
In my classroom, I focus on taking the time to intentionally and thoughtfully form positive and meaningful relationships with my students.
Seasonal
5 Essentials Teachers Need This Summer
You can almost hear it. Teachers everywhere are breathing a sigh of relief as they kick up their feet and bask in the freedom of summer break.
Crazy COVID Chronicles: Reflecting on a Year of Pandemic Teaching
The height of the pandemic brought many moments of upheaval and uncertainty, but amidst the tensions, there were also moments of laughter.
Reasonable Limits: A Look at the Right to Peaceful Assembly and the Freedom Convoy Protest
At present, there are widespread misunderstandings of how the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms works.
Halloween
What better way to celebrate the spooky season than with some equally spooky books? We’ve compiled a list of 10 chilling tales for kids of all ages, just in time for Halloween.
Team Building and Leadership
Team-building exercises encourage students to work together to solve a common goal, all while developing communication, problem-solving, and even leadership skills.
Summer Must-Haves for Teachers
These teacher must-haves can help you unwind and indulge in some me-time routines after an undoubtedly busy school year.
Walking Tours and Trails
Walking tours can be some of the best ways to explore a new place. They give you the chance to fully immerse yourself in the history and culture of your destination with every step.
It’s Alive! Teaching with Horror Stories in the Classroom
Throughout my years of teaching, I’ve discovered that students are often more eager to read and discuss horror stories than other material.
Morbid Fascination in the Classroom: Engaging or Inappropriate?
Students often display a morbid curiosity that I feel I cannot ignore, but can I lean into it? Can I use this fascination in a way that engages students, but also humanizes them?