My son was born in the wrong century. He is an old soul through and through. This weekend while cleaning out his room we came upon his Rubik's Cube. I honestly can't remember when he got it. I don't think it's been used in over a year. He told me he wanted to take it … Continue reading You Can Do the Cube-#BLOG365 Day 144
Month: February 2017
Brightspots-#BLOG365 Day 143 #tcrwp
When the mornings are chaotic, the days jam packed, and the nights exhausting, it's hard to notice the brightspots. I have done a horrible job of reflecting this week and yesterday an interaction with a teacher over Lucy Calkins made me gasp and take a step back. Yes, Lucy Calkins makes lots of people gasp … Continue reading Brightspots-#BLOG365 Day 143 #tcrwp
Opening Up-#BLOG365 Day 142
I am a big Sara Bareilles fan. My husband and son joke that when I am long gone they will hear the beginning lyrics of "Bottle It Up" and think of me. It's funny how you can hear songs over and over again and, yet, hear them so differently depending on the day, the circumstances … Continue reading Opening Up-#BLOG365 Day 142
Down With Homework – #BLOG365 Day 141 #edchat #hacklearning
Yes...I am writing about homework again. As parents we want our kids to be part of clubs and exhibit their talents in theater and sports. We want them to part of these things because we know the benefits. Homework doesn't have the same benefits. Homework is done in isolation. It is rarely a creative outlet. … Continue reading Down With Homework – #BLOG365 Day 141 #edchat #hacklearning
Jill Cross 