Going under the microscopePhoto by National Cancer Institute on UnsplashTeachers generally don’t love observations, and I’m no exception. Imagine cooking dinner and someone is standing in your kitchen watching you. They are forming opinions on the br...
The hidden signs, why it happens, and how we can helpSigns of depression in children (Image credit Canva )Julia (name changed) was a sweet kid who lived in my neighborhood. Her cherry-red cheeks and big, round eyes could mesmerize anyone. However, so...
Anxiety, money, and shifting expectations collide all at oncePhoto by Pedro Gandra on UnsplashI walked into back-to-school season this year expecting the usual chaos.The supply runs, the Target aisles stripped bare, the teachers meeting for coffee ha...
When most people think about improving in mathematics, they imagine long hours of studying, endless practice problems, and sudden breakthroughs. But real progress rarely happens in big leaps. More often, it comes from small, consistent steps. This is...
5 tips to start the year with structure, smiles, and movementMy daughter in kindergartenKindergarten doesn’t have to be a scary word.I love teaching kindergarten! The little ones entering your PE class for the first time. Some worried. Some happy. Mo...
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And what happens when they’re in the workplacePhoto by Keren Fedida on UnsplashPicture yourself at 8 years old, a giant pile of LEGO at your feet. What would you make?During my time working at a non-profit in STEAM (science, technology, engineering,...
I realized patience, gratitude, and conflict skills gave me more strength than degrees or promotions ever did.Photo by engin akyurt on UnsplashA glass breaks in the kitchen, and everyone rushes to sweep the shards.What I notice is how my friend routi...
Why this is a lie and what to do about itPhoto by Markus Winkler on UnsplashIf you’ve ever applied for jobs only to be told that you “lack experience,” you are not alone.It’s one of the most maddening paradoxes of the job market:You need experience t...
