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20 Things We Need To Say More Often

17 Feb 201617 Feb 2016

I stumbled across this adorable video the other night. It's by a young boy who (in the cutest little voice) lists 20 things we all need to say more often,…

Middle School…

16 Things Only Middle School Teachers Can Understand

21 Dec 201520 Dec 2015

A few weeks ago, I published this--a humorous article about being a middle school teacher--on Thought Catalog. Its pretty true, and still makes me laugh, especially as I reflect on…

8th Grade Reading…

Esperanza Character Chart

3 Dec 20151 Dec 2015

Esperanza, the main character of House on Mango Street is a dynamic character that undergoes much change from the first vignette to the last. She is the main figure in the coming…

8th Grade Reading…

You Are the Teacher for the Day

3 Dec 20154 Dec 2015

I love switching up the way I teach lessons. Last night, I had this great idea of changing how I teach the vignettes in House on Mango Street. What if…

6th Grade Reading…

Wolves Research Projects (Pt. 2)

2 Dec 20152 Dec 2015

The Wolves Research Project is something that I did with my sixth graders from start to finish. I did a pre-activity (Adopt a Pet), taught them how to research, instructed them…

8th Grade Reading…

Themes in House on Mango Street

2 Dec 20151 Dec 2015

Themes are so important in House on Mango Street. From identity, home, and family to growing up, friendship, and culture, the book is filled with themes and it's essential that students understand…