Here are a few sources you may want to scan when you've got time. Bookmark them, and use them when you can. I hope you find some useful plans to use in your classroom.<< MORE >>

"Anyone can dabble, but once you've made that commitment, your blood has that particular thing in it, and it's very hard for people to stop you." - Bill Cosby<< MORE >>

Invite St. Nick into your classroom in a less materialistic fashion. << MORE >>

I was at my local library earlier this week and decided to grab a couple Christmas books from the kids' section. I fell in love with Celebrating Christmas by Christina Goodings<< MORE >>

Some students don't want to put any effort into school. I'm not necessarily aiming this post at them. I'm thinking about the students who come to me after a test and say, "I studied for hours before that test, so how come I still failed?" << MORE >>

I followed the main character who is afraid of the nighttime into a fantasy world where creatures change the world from day to night.<< MORE >>

A few tips for teachers who will be meeting with parents for conferences: << MORE >>

I just requested my next Thomas Nelson review book. << MORE >>

Anastasia Suen (get to know her name, if you don't already) hosts Nonfiction Monday on her blog. You will find out about great nonfiction books you may want to use in your classroom. I especially like the tips that help you teach the 6 Traits of Writing. << MORE >>

I know it's been a few weeks since I've done a review, but I've been chewing on a big book.<< MORE >>