Christmas can be terrifying . . . especially if you don’t believe. That’s the theme-defining line from Gabriel Grub, Charles … More
Author: Mackowiecki
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.” … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
Testing Absurdity
When I first started teaching thirty years ago, the state test was a pencil and paper bubble test. It was … More
Plays & Paired Texts for Black History Month
Here are nine compelling paired texts with which to recognize black history month while meeting numerous Language Arts standards. All … More
MLK Day & Black History Month
If you’re like me, you put a bow on the holidays and then breathed a sigh of relief as you … More
A Special Pooh Event!
Back in the days of the big three networks, a television special like Charlie Brown, Winnie-the-Pooh, or the Little Drummer … More
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