Risky Play Children have an innate need for risk-taking. In addition, children who are encouraged to take risks at a younger age are able to better manage risk once they have gained more independence. A lack of ample opportunity to take risks may increase fear and inappropriate aggression, as well as limit the ability to…
You’ve got everything organized and ready for Monday. Pencils, paper, glue, erasers, maybe a protractor for good measure — all the implements of a proper education. You’ve put a great deal of thought into how best to organize your “classroom” and you have some lesson plans up your sleeve now that school is out for…
5 Tips For Learning at Home When School is Closed Right now many parents are taking on the role of continuing their children’s learning at home when school is closed. Many public school districts are nowhere near ready to provide adequate online or distance learning. That, in and of itself, is a serious issue considering…
Opting Out of Standardized Testing It’s spring! And that means daffodils, crocuses, hyacinths, and, if you attend a public school, standardized testing. Across the country, in K – 12 public schools, students are being tested far more than is necessary or helpful. What can we as teachers and parents do about this phenomenon? Do we…
How to have better parent, teacher, student conferences It’s time for parent-teacher conferences! Teachers have been preparing, getting together test data, helping students with goal setting, and making sure their rooms are welcoming for families. How can you as a parent have the best experience possible for you and your child at conferences? I have…
