Cognitive Endurance, Expectations, and STEM Education
Topics for this week include the benefits of cognitive endurance, the power of expectations, and curiosity.
Just Relax
It's time to discover the lost art of relaxation.
60-Second Student Speeches: Build Confidence and Public Speaking Skills in Your Classroom
Transform student confidence with 60-second classroom speeches! Learn how to implement this engaging public speaking activity with step-by-step instructions, variations, and expert tips for creating a supportive learning environment.
Building Cognitive Endurance in Education: Developing Student Focus
Discover how teachers can become cognitive endurance coaches, implementing research-backed strategies to improve student focus and attention spans. Learn practical tips for building mental stamina in the classroom and understanding its benefits for both students and educators.
Kim Collazo Shares Earned Wisdom: STEM Education and the Amazing Potential of All Kids
Kim Collazo shares her passion for STEM education, authoring STEM picture books, and her belief that kids can do amazing things.
The Kids Are Disengaged
Topics for this week include students' declining positive attitude toward school, the benefits of structured kindness activities, and the power of writing.
20 Fresh Start Classroom Ideas: How Teachers Can Use the Fresh Start Effect for Student Success | Teaching Tips
Discover how teachers can leverage the Fresh Start Effect with 20 practical classroom strategies. Learn to boost student motivation, improve learning outcomes, and create meaningful transitions throughout the school year. Perfect for K-12 educators seeking innovative teaching approaches.
The Adaptability Advantage
Explore a powerful quote from JFK about embracing change, discover a valuable resource on workplace adaptability, and find inspiration in a daily affirmation about welcoming life's transitions and personal growth.
Cellphone Bans, Top Education Stories, and the Power of Kindness - Weekly Review for Educators
Here are some snippets from my weekly review where I reflect on education trends, kindness, and teacher sustainability.
Creating a Classroom Kindness Corner: A Guide for Elementary and Middle School Teachers
Transform your classroom with Kindness Corners. Learn research-backed strategies, age-appropriate activities, and implementation tips to foster empathy and improve student well-being. Includes setup instructions for both elementary and middle school environments.
Words Shape Your Brain: The Neuroscience of Social Interaction and Writing
Discover how social interactions and writing physically reshape your brain, backed by neuroscience. Learn practical strategies for positive neural development through relationships and writing practices—expert insights from Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett on neuroplasticity and brain development.
Deep Breaths and Apologies
What's something you do as part of your classroom management system that is authentic just to you?