Rituals
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Books in Your Home
Studies show that the number of books in your home library directly correlates to your child’s achievement. This isn’t surprising, because children who see books in the home, read books in the home, and are read to at home become better and more fluent readers. It’s reading practice. Our home library is extensive. My professional books Continue reading
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Classroom Environments: Compost or Clutter?
One of my friends, like me, is clutter-challenged. We’re simpatico not only because we’re teachers, but also because we tend to store clutter in “organized” piles or tote bags. “Oh, I’m so glad you called,” she begins. “I just got through emptying 3 tote bags and you wouldn’t believe what I found!” Then we’re off Continue reading
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Summer Night Sounds
Right now, I’m sitting near an open window and listening to a nighttime chorus of katydids and crickets in huge numbers. Want to listen, too? How many night insect sounds can you identify? Besides being relaxing music from nature, children find it incredibly interesting to learn about insects and how they create their songs. Make Continue reading
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