Trees and flowers aren’t the only things blossoming right now. Your students, having spent much of the year under your…
Nine Ways to Prep for a Sub
1. Don’t bother! Just ignore that cough. Cancel that meeting. Show up to class with a box of Kleenex and…
Banned Books, Banned Plays
Censorship always begins with good intentions. Following the George Floyd protests, heightened concern about cultural sensitivity and traumatic events led…
MLK Day is January 15th
If you’re like me, you put a bow on the holidays and then breathed a sigh of relief as you…
You Say It’s a Merry Christmas? Be Forewarned!
Christmas can be terrifying . . . especially if you don’t believe. That’s the theme-defining line from Gabriel Grub, Charles…
Honoring Vets on Veterans Day
If you’d like your students to have some insight into the real meaning of Veterans’ Day, considering downloading “War Stories.”…
The Miracle of Public Education
People like to talk about how there’s a Starbucks on every corner. Whether true or not, the Starbucks brand is…
Laugh Out Loud Plays
Today I’m releasing two new ones, both crafted with student enjoyment foremost on my mind. The Goldilocks story has no doubt been done nearly to death, but I think my version is unique. Imagine Goldi as a television home renovation expert. With the help of her three little pig contractors, she dares to turn the bears’ dreary, worn out space into their “forever home.” If only the bears were in on it!
Why Your Students Can’t Pay Attention
When LeBron James drains a three-pointer, he gets more than a big chunk of change. He also gets a hit…
Commemorating Juneteenth
My most poignant play—and it’s perfect for celebrating Juneteenth! Based on actual slave narratives, Freedom for the First Time is historically-accurate, kid-friendly, and…
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