Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineInquiry-Based Learning: How to Start (and Where to Go!)Want to implement and assess inquiry-based learning in your classroom or school? Consider applying Hall & Hord’s “Levels of Use” framework.Apr 2, 2023Apr 2, 2023
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineBook Clubs in the ClassroomConsidering book clubs to help your students rediscover the joy of reading? Here’s how to start.Jul 22, 20223Jul 22, 20223
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineThe English Teacher’s Guide to Word Choice in the ClassroomSmall changes in the way we speak to students can improve rapport and engagement.Jul 20, 20224Jul 20, 20224
Published inTeachers on Fire Magazine6 Tips for Great TeachingPassion, which led (most of) us to the classroom, is a good start. But what actions can teachers take to shift from “being good” to “doing…Jul 16, 20224Jul 16, 20224
American SunriseA poem dedicated to the students, staff, and families at Robb Elementary.May 25, 2022May 25, 2022
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineFree Inquiry 101“Free Inquiry” seems to be one of the latest — and vaguest — buzzwords in education. Here’s what it is, why it matters, and how you can…Mar 10, 2022Mar 10, 2022
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineWhy You Need a “Why Wall”Encouraging students to think about their purpose — and the skills they want to gain from your class to help them achieve it — can…Feb 24, 20222Feb 24, 20222
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineDisrupting White ComfortAnonymous students threatened their black peers with violence. This time, our school must choose antiracism over white comfort.Dec 29, 2021Dec 29, 2021
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineThe Transformative Power of “UnGoogleable” Questions5 steps for empowering students to create — and strive to answer — unique and meaningful questions.Nov 23, 2021Nov 23, 2021
Published inTeachers on Fire MagazineThe First Quarter ChallengeJoin me in sending just two positive emails each week during the first quarter of the school year — a small investment with huge returns…Jul 15, 20211Jul 15, 20211
