What better way to celebrate Spring than to watch evergreens named Bill, Otto, and Luther come to life, . . … More
Category: Teaching Strategies
Save the Kids! Ban Snake Oil Tech!
In a recent court appearance Mark Zuckerberg testified that there isn’t any research to substantiate claims that his “product” is … More
Earth Day + Arbor Day
Nature Talks Back is a great play with which to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day while teaching your kids … More
The Antidote for Spring Fever and the Test-Taking Blues
If you’re school is anything like mine, you’re probably gearing up for standardized testing. For many of us and our … More
Time to Unleash Your Ghouls & Goblins!
Back a hundred years ago, the idea of ghoulishness was captured in short stories rather than comic books. Writers like … More
Your Year Just Got Easier
I strive to publish materials that are kid-centric, easy-to-use, and sustainable. That being the case, the following products will make … More
Mouse Drowns in Soup, is Saved by Bird!
New Plays for Back to School You probably know the Brothers Grimm for stories like Rapunzel and the Frog Prince, … More
Help for Spring Fever in the Classroom
Trees and flowers aren’t the only things blossoming right now. Your students, having spent much of the year under your … More
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 … More
Banned Books, Banned Plays
Censorship always begins with good intentions. Following the George Floyd protests, heightened concern about cultural sensitivity and traumatic events led … More