In the first five years of teaching, writing lesson plans was absolutely necessary for me. Meticulously I planned the period, minute to minute insuring that everything was covered... just in case.

I thought my career as a teacher was over when I was put on an Performance Improvement Plan. Receiving support and constructive feedback made me a better teacher. I kept my job and got off of the PIP ...

I like to think of myself as an insightful and flexible teacher. You know, one of those teachers who can magically sense a teachable moment, stop everything, let go of all previous plans, and just go ...

Students will create their own survival kit explaining and illustrating what skills, ideas or tips are most important when navigating social media and online claims. Use the student facing guide for ...

This first lesson could begin with the question "What does migration mean?" The word migration may stimulate responses dealing with migratory birds and animals. Explain to the children that such ...