Bring Letter Writing into Your Classroom: Here’s How

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“To send a letter is a good way to go somewhere without moving anything but your heart.”Phyllis Theroux When is the last time you wrote a letter using paper and pencil? For many of us, it has been quite a long time. The art of letter writing is under assault from easy access to email … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Tynker (Part 2)

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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Tynker and discussed the application of both the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to help you integrate Tynker into your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions about how to use this tool and also shares classroom use ideas by subject. Tynker: To begin … read more »


Universal Human Rights Month

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“Empathy is intuitive, but is also something you can work on, intellectually.” Tim Minchin December is Universal Human Rights Month, a time where people worldwide are encouraged to stand up for fundamental rights and freedoms for all humans, and exercise empathy for others. This month also features Universal Human Rights Day on December 10, the … read more »


Last-Minute Ideas for Veterans Day

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Each November 11, Americans observe Veterans Day. First started as Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War I, Congress amended the proclamation after World War II and the Korean War to honor veterans of all wars, officially changing the name to Veterans Day. Educators around the country recognize this observance in many ways. … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Google Forms – Part 2

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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Google Forms and discussed the application of both the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to help you integrate Google Forms into your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions about how to use this tool and shares classroom use ideas by subject. Google Forms: … read more »