One teacher's blog sharing about life, in and outside the classroom.
It’s no secret that teaching is hard, with an extremely high burnout rate coupled with low pay and respect – it can be hard to be motivated to do it every day. Over the years, I’ve found there are just some feelings that make it all worthwhile. Moments where my teacher heart swells. Some are […]
Over my 7 years of teaching, I have always had a mix of student abilities. From Advanced Placement to co-taught with a special education teacher, there are habits that successful students possess, no matter their ability. When students develop these habits and use them consistently, not only are they more prone to do well in […]
There’s no denying that teaching and parenting are all consuming. And when you’re both, it feels like sometimes it’s hard to draw the line and switch from teacher to parent and back again. After I had my daughter, I can honestly say that that was the hardest transition for me to handle. But after three […]
During my student teaching, I will always remember my mentor teacher telling me that teaching doesn’t need to be a solo career – in fact, the best will borrow and then adapt to fit their own style. After my 7 years of teaching, a transition from social studies to English, and a location change, I […]
As a teacher, sometimes I need a quote to remind me that what I do is worth it – especially on those hard days. These are 31 uplifting quotes about teachers to boost the mood of any teacher. They are great for those teacher appreciation cards and gifts, cute teacher appreciation signs, or just a […]
One thing I learned quickly in my first year of teaching was that a great teacher is one that is constantly reflecting and working to better themselves (along with other things of course). However, it can be difficult to know how to reflect when you don’t practice it on a regular business. With time – […]
At the beginning of the year and at the end of each quarter, I have my students write a letter to me. I do make it a grade, but the grade is based on whether they fill the page or not. I also explain to students that they can write about anything they would like […]
Our post today is from Olga, who runs the Good Movie Finder blog. Ever since she was a little girl, she’s been a big fan of cinema and psychology. She used to ask myself all the time, “Can a movie be a personal therapist?” The answer is simple: yes. A gifted film can transform the […]
Ambra Mills, originally from Italy and now residing in the UK, shares parenting tips and stories on her blog, ‘Parenting: Discoveries and Challenges’ at famigliaguidance.blog. She is also the author of kids’ books such as (The Adventures of Hoppy, Skipper and Felix) and (The Adventures of Piky, Matisse and Betty). Both books are available on Amazon […]
The post today is from Jerry Poon. Based in Los Angeles, artist Jerry has made a distinct mark in the art scene. Influenced by the lively essence of pop culture, his work echoes the vividness of comics, manga, and video games. Jerry’s art takes a dive into fantasy, blending the whimsical with the bizarre and […]