My sophomore year, our English teacher, Mr. Tabor, assigned John Steinbeck’s East of Eden. This intimidating, 600-page tome wound up being a game-changer in my life as a reader. All the other English classes that year were reading The Grapes …
“Those who will not read have no advantage over those who cannot read.” This slogan hangs on the bulletin board next to my desk as a reminder to my students. Many of them are shocked to hear me suggest that …
Most of my blog posts are inspired by the work I do with my high school students. This post is inspired by my own children–ages 6 and 7. My children attend a Spanish immersion school, where they receive 90% of …
Are boys and girls really that different? What do you think of right away when you picture the ‘typical’ little boy or girl? Picture a kindergarten classroom. As you scan the room you see a bunch of little boys playing …
1. Let your child choose what they want to read Reading is for pleasure and children are not going to read if they are forced to or are not interested in what they’re reading. Talk to them about their interests …
Top 20 Recommended Summer Reading Books for All Ages! Summer is a great time for learning. Keep your kids reading skills sharp and minds full of new ideas and motivation with some great summertime reading books. With the weather being …