GRIN & BARE IT
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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Not always true but sometimes true
Some problems are complex and require real work to solve. Many also require the assistance Read More
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A company unafraid of taking a stand
I admire a company that isn’t afraid to take a political stand. Avery Beverages — Read More
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When it’s okay to be alone
When a student’s answer to a math problem differs from the rest of their classmates’ Read More
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Elysha renegotiates terms
More than twenty years ago, Elysha decided to move from her teaching job in a Read More
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Strangest Uber ride ever
My strangest Uber ride of the summer: In August, I arrived at Bradley International Airport Read More
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Clever but not so simple
This image seems clever—adults are so dumb for exercising indoors when the outdoor option exists—except Read More
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Stop complimenting students
As an elementary school teacher, I have made it my policy to avoid commenting on Read More
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A study published by Captain Obvious
Findings from a recent study on the use of tablets and smartphones in early life: Read More
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RIP Lester Maroney
Today, I begin my 26th year of teaching elementary school. I also learned yesterday that 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.