A Cure For Tappers – Mai...

Aug 22, 2011 by

We all know one. Whether it’s in the classroom or the office, there’s always (at least) one person who can’t sit still and,...

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Using ELMOs & Doodling in...

Aug 15, 2011 by

As Mr. Pettingill and Mr. Wymore discuss in the video, learning can go high-tech by using ELMOs, or completely “no-tech” with an...

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“Draw it so you know it!” ...

Aug 1, 2011 by

One of my favorite phrases is “Draw it so you know it!” I believe this is one of the most powerful ways we can help our...

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Dyscalculia and Long Division

Jun 1, 2011 by

Growing up with Dyscalculia was lonely. Everyone expects students not to like math and, traditionally, many people make the false...

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Homework, A Letter To Teachers

Mar 28, 2011 by

Dear Teachers, My former child and teenage self wanted to share something with you about homework. Something that may help you assign...

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Fuzzy Balls for Calming

Jan 30, 2011 by

Lindsey Raines, a participant in my workshop in Odessa, TX,  last week, shared a great idea for calming students during state...

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