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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Matthew Dicks’s 13 Principles of Effective Teaching
As my 27-year career as an elementary school teacher comes to an end, I offer Read More
Teaching writing well requires one important thing about all else
As my 27-year career as an elementary school teacher comes to an end, I offer Read More
See your story. Tell your story. Please.
I was speaking to an Uber driver on the way to my hotel. He asked Read More
That sentence
I was attempting to renew my vehicle registration online, but I eventually landed on a Read More
A Roman puniishment that leads to so many questions
If found guilty of parricide (killing your father) in ancient Rome, the punishment was surprising: Read More
My 28 lessons for college graduates
We are in the midst of graduation season. People, young and old, are leaving the Read More
Matthew Dicks’s rider, updated
Ten years ago, I created my theoretical rider. I’ve decided to update it today. A Read More
Where the magic happens
These two circles say it all. These two circles apply to so much that I Read More
Inspiration? Or copycatting?
Inspiration is a wonderful thing. I remember the moment in “Breakfast of Champions” when Kurt Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.
