Each summer I try to make the most of summer break by learning something, doing special summer only activities and reading a few books. One of my teacher questions that comes up every year is student motivation. Why do some students … Continue reading
Each summer I try to make the most of summer break by learning something, doing special summer only activities and reading a few books. Have you ever read a book and immediately thought this is exactly what I needed to … Continue reading
November is National Picture Book Month. This bit of information just came my way, however I’ve been celebrating all month by reading to Ruby. My new favorite picture book is one we got as a shower gift. I Am A … Continue reading
Happy Sunday! Happy Mother’s Day! Happy (end of) Teacher Appreciation Week! I’ve been trying to write this post all week and yet between being crunched for time and technical difficulties (could be WordPress or user error – the jury is … Continue reading
Here at TGBTS, I’ve been anxiously awaiting the arrival of this book. For years, I’ve been curious about working mothers and how they do it all. It turns out the answer depends on the woman. While not yet a mother, … Continue reading
1. Oh my, where to start? I l-o-v-e-d this book. It reads like a novel and yet it’s not. 2. My heartstrings were definitely pulled and I cried when I read this book. A lot. 3. Elephants occupy a huge … Continue reading
1. A book that literally made me cry from laughing so hard. 2. I pulled an all-nighter to read this book. 3. A professor confirmed the accuracy of the department politics and meetings. 4. She pulled an all-nighter to read … Continue reading
A first day of school tradition! 1. My favorite book growing up. 2. Now my favorite read aloud. 3. Why is it so great you ask? There is yelling, suspense, begging, and some awesome kid humor. 4. So many opportunities … Continue reading
A book I wish I’d found sooner. It was recommended to me by a writer friend with whom I’ve had great conversations about teaching writing. 1. A Zen practitioner and writer – she brings the discipline for sitting to writing. … Continue reading
So much to love about this book: 1. The name 2. The illustrations – so sweet 3. The straight forward/non-yoga speak language – written in a way even your non-practicing brother-in-law can follow 4. The purpose: to get you to … Continue reading
It’s National Library Week and as part of that I’ve committed to sharing my favorite book, album and movie titles with my readers this week. What a better way to start off the week than with a giveaway? {Now you … Continue reading
It’s Thanksgiving and time to tell you all how much I appreciate you spending time here with me. The comments and conversations have really made my year pretty damn wonderful despite my occasional complaining about how things can totally suck … Continue reading
I love reading. In fact, I spend most of my time reading: non-fiction work or yoga-related mostly. And blogs. Lots and lots of blogs. Part of the reason I became a teacher is so I could get paid to read. … Continue reading
As part of my 43 Before 43 I’m reading 43 Books. Tiny Beautiful Things is a collection of Dear Sugar columns from The Rumpus. I checked this book out from my library’s e-reader collection because so many people have raved about the … Continue reading
Dear Friend, I started this month feeling a bit out of sorts because new starts and dark days work counter in my head and in nature. But, as always, when I looked for places that shined, I found them. For … Continue reading
Dear Friend, I am shocked how fast June went by and how absolutely exhausted I was by the end. When I looked back on the month I was surprised to find I had slept 10 of 30 nights in a … Continue reading
Dear Friend, I am an avid reader and often I’m asked what’s on my nightstand, my library hold list and my kindle. Because let’s be honest, I’ve always got multiple books going at once. Here’s a sneak peek at what … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
Podcast I Love: Joy the Baker Who they are: Joy is a baker (duh) who lives in LA with her cat and writes an awesome blog and cookbooks. She has a new series called Bonkers Awesome and seriously cracks me up. … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good … Continue reading
Blog I Love: Rosie Molinary.com Who they are: Rosie Molinary is a lot of things to a lot of people. She’s my co-creator/facilitator of The Healthy, Happy, Sane Teacher, author of two books – Beautiful You and Hijas Americanas, she’s a … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and … Continue reading
As part of my 43 Before 43, I’m reading 43 books. I bought this for myself for my birthday and it is book number 39. Not too shabby. Let me start with what I liked about the book: The title. Seriously, … Continue reading
For the last few months I have been doing these reflection posts after being inspired by Rosie’s. Taking time each month to reflect on the good things that happen each day/week/month has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and … Continue reading
As part of my 43 Before 43, I’m reading 43 books. Let me start with what I liked about the book: I absolutely l.o.v.e cultural studies especially with similar cultures. {I am practically clapping my hands and hopping with glee – … Continue reading
Taking time each month to reflect on the good stuff has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good stuff. I’m truly thankful for Rosie’s inspiration. Ten Things I Loved In January Things I/We Did 1. Introduced … Continue reading
Taking time each month to reflect on the good stuff has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good stuff. I’m truly thankful for Rosie’s inspiration. Ten Things I Loved In December Things I/We Did 1. Celebrated … Continue reading
Blog I Love: 100 Days of Real Food Who they are: 100 Day of Real Food‘s tag line – 1 Family, 2 Kids and 0 Processed Foods pretty much sums it up. A couple of years ago, Lisa – the … Continue reading
Taking time each month to reflect on the good stuff has done wonders for my ability to actually stop and notice the good stuff. I’m truly thankful for Rosie’s inspiration. Ten Things I Loved In November Things I/We Did 1. Voted. … Continue reading
Teacher Goes Back to School 