Creating a Welcoming Classroom

Children and parents often get nervous before starting the school year. As a teacher, you can make them feel comfortable… Continue reading Creating a Welcoming Classroom

Tips to Ease a Child’s Fear of the Dark

A common tradition during summers is sitting around a campfire telling scary stories. Generations will tell tales of folklore or… Continue reading Tips to Ease a Child’s Fear of the Dark

Tips for Success at Summer Camp

Unlike the past two years, more kids will be going to camp this summer. Children may go away and stay… Continue reading Tips for Success at Summer Camp

Everyday Work Habits of Successful People

You likely have habits you do every morning when you start your workday. Successful people have daily routines that make… Continue reading Everyday Work Habits of Successful People

Become a Better Writer

A significant component of how to become a better writer is to read others’ work. If you want to write… Continue reading Become a Better Writer

10 Commandments of Freelance Writing

1. Use active voice instead of passive as often as possible. For non-technical writing, active voice delivers clear and concise… Continue reading 10 Commandments of Freelance Writing

Helping Your Kids with Homework

According to The National Science Foundation, 32%-40% of parents help their kids with homework three or more days a week.… Continue reading Helping Your Kids with Homework

Empathy at an Early Age

More than likely, we all know someone we describe as “cold.” Adults who remarkably do not express concern lack empathy.… Continue reading Empathy at an Early Age

Planning a Teaching Career in K-12 Education

If you plan to take on a teaching career path, this blog will help you know what to expect. If… Continue reading Planning a Teaching Career in K-12 Education

One Side of the Coin – A Guest Post from Author Jane Foster

I had written two books and started the third when I remembered the extreme isolation I was in for.  It… Continue reading One Side of the Coin – A Guest Post from Author Jane Foster