If you ask elementary students what they want to be when they grow up, they often have huge goals. For some, this means becoming an astronaut or the president. Sadly, this dream often changes as students get older. They no longer feel they can make a difference or achieve what they want. Since this … [Read more...] about Showing Perseverance with Drum Dream Girl
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What Questions to Ask During an IRA
Teachers have to get through so many standards each year. So, they find creative ways to combine what students have to learn with something they love. For instance, they have tons of literary standards to learn. Since all the different terms, such as main idea and theme, can seem overwhelming, … [Read more...] about What Questions to Ask During an IRA
Learning About Making Goals with Salt in His Shoes
While it would be nice for instant success to happen, life does not work this way. People must work hard, persevere, and never give up. Honestly, success feels better this way anyway! However, it takes time for students to understand this. Often, it takes tears and frustration to understand how hard … [Read more...] about Learning About Making Goals with Salt in His Shoes
Developing a Growth Mindset with The Most Magnificent Thing
Throughout the school year, students will work on numerous projects and assignments. Honestly, they will face new challenges each day. While they may want everything to be smooth and straightforward, this isn’t the point of education. So, they will experience frustration, anger, and disappointment. … [Read more...] about Developing a Growth Mindset with The Most Magnificent Thing
Growth Mindset with The Thing Lou Couldn’t Do
Teachers worry about their students every year. Often, these concerns originate from hearing students talk negatively about themselves. It is heartbreaking to see our students give up or doubt their abilities. Thankfully, that will all start to change with the help of a new friend named Lou. While … [Read more...] about Growth Mindset with The Thing Lou Couldn’t Do