Okay, maybe it's not perfect. Don't hold me to that.
But, I do believe this strategies truly helps. It's simple and yet holds students accountable.
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We are in the dog days of summer here in North Texas with humidity as high as the temperature (at least it feels like it!). If you are reading this from somewhere with cool breezes and beautiful views, know that I am officially jealous.
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While many of you are off enjoying summer break, I'm enjoying a busy season of presenting!
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I'm back with another online favorite...the Florida Center for Reading Research.
It may not sound very glamorous at first glance. But, you know all the money and time you have spent on Teachers Pay Teachers? Well, I'm about to save you on both fronts!
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Water. Do you love it or hate it?
Whatever side of the fence you fall on, there is no arguing that we all need it!
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In today's Happy Weekend links, learn how to raise brave girls, new ways to beat dehydration, and the most commonly misspelled words by state.
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Take a quick break from lighting fireworks and grilling hamburgers to enjoy these little known facts about America.
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So, we are all well into summer at this point. I hope you are lounging on the sofa, eating sno cones, swimming, vacationing, and all the other things that come along with sweet, summer break!
Perhaps, you have even gotten bored. How glorious!
But, if you would like some guidance on how to maximize some of your minutes this summer, I have a few thoughts to share in a countdown below.
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I wasn't the first to jump on the Apple watch bandwagon.
CONFESSION: The whole radiation thing didn't exactly make me feel comfortable. After all, I assumed I was getting enough through my non-stop use of my laptop and cell phone.
But, after some research and the real need of a new watch, I decided to go for it. And, I'm so thankful I did.
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Today I'm sharing another site that impresses. When a website claims to be "the best way for students to master non-fiction," they have quite a bit to deliver.
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I'm starting a new series highlighting my favorite online resources. Some of these you may know and love and others might be new. But, the summer is a great time to do some online exploration and find ways to bolster your efforts in the classroom.
First up is the Teaching Channel.
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Sometimes education world can feel like a mishmash of acronyms... PPCD, ARD, LD, ED, LMNOP. (The last was a joke to see if you are still with me). But, all jokes aside, an acronym I am particularly passionate about is GT.
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Hopefully, the school year is now behind you and summer rest and relaxation is on the menu! We are headed to Maui in two days, and I am beyond ready to unplug! But, never fear, I have some posts planned while I'm gone. ;)
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Here we are at the last video in our series.
I'm hoping those stacks are disappearing and the walls are clearing. But, at the very least, I hope you are feeling inspired to tackle a project or two!
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Hi everyone! Today's post is a short one. Life is busy with the last couple of days of school here in Texas, but enjoy a good laugh with this video. I'm thinking you are feeling like this is what life is like right now!
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We are in the final countdown to the end of the school year. Are you hanging in there? In Happy Weekend this week, with the chaos of the end of school upon us, check out how to eat smart takeout. Then, decide if you are up for a digital detox, and learn that "overlearning" is really a thing.
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