When I first started teaching, I thought the only good transitions were fast transitions. I worked with industrious third graders and capitalized on their enjoyment
Relationship building is one of the critical competencies of social emotional learning. As educators, we practice the skills involved in relationship building with our colleagues,
In conversations with educators, we hear a common refrain regarding the challenges of using brain breaks: students become energized and it is difficult to calm
As educators, there is a common cycle many of us fall victim to at the start of each school year. In the summer, we rest
As the school year comes to a close, now is the perfect time to take stock of your learning community strengths and opportunities for growth.
Around this time each school year, I notice a similar pattern. First, students are really familiar with one another. They know which buttons to push,
We know that learning is hard work. Whether we are learning how to manage our finances, speak a new language, or cook a different cuisine,
As #SELDay approaches, March 10, now is a perfect time to strengthen your own relationship building skills and model the development for your students. Relationship
I, like many educators, like to set and then get goals. One step of the goal setting process that I tend to minimize is the
As winter break nears, students and teachers need space within the school day to feel relaxed and joyful. November and December can be hectic times
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