Blog by Sheila

5 Popular Education Beliefs That Aren’t Backed by Research
Not every learning myth requires teachers to pull up stakes and start all over again—at least not entirely. There are some commonly held misconceptions that contain a nugget of wisdom but need to be tweaked in order to align with the science of learning.
Sheila
April 01,2024 04:13 PM - Comment(s)
Last Minute Guide to Rockin’ the Solar Eclipse With Your Kids
On April 8th, this planet, our moon and our sun will reveal themselves in ways that have humbled, inspired and wowed humans for centuries.
Sheila
April 01,2024 04:09 PM - Comment(s)
Teachers Are Missing More School, and There Are Too Few Substitutes
One way of reducing teacher absenteeism is to teach and support them in self-care. Using and modeling self-care techniques, both in and out of the classroom, can help: reduce absenteeism, increase focus and attention, and has been proven to increase test scores.
Sheila
February 22,2024 02:45 PM - Comment(s)
How to Help Kids Develop Their Persistence and Grit
I love how this author re-frames frustrating experiences as "desirable difficulties" as a way to encourage developing grit.
Sheila
February 08,2024 12:12 PM - Comment(s)
Why Being Outdoors in Winter is So Very Good for Kids
Winter offers unique sensory experiences that, when you slow down to take them in, are wildly inspiring.
Sheila
January 25,2024 10:47 AM - Comment(s)