I have a serious problem. Doomscrolling. According to the American Brain Foundation, doomscrolling is regularly reading or viewing disturbing current events, especially online, which can leave us feeling emotionally overwhelmed. Whether you’re consuming stories and perspectives on disease, natural disasters, political upheaval, or any other issue that increases your anger or fear, your brain is … Continue reading Books: My Escape from Doomscrolling
KEEP RECESS SAFE – There are multiple layers
In a previous post called Recess. Lessons Learned on the Playground, I talked about the importance of recess and the many ways it benefits children. Recess gives kids a chance to explore, create, and make their own choices while building valuable negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills. It’s also a chance for students to decompress, recharge, … Continue reading KEEP RECESS SAFE – There are multiple layers
RECESS – Lessons learned on the playground
I'm on recess duty On this beautiful fall day, I am one of three teachers assigned to recess duty. At first, a sense of calm settles over the playground as we wait for the children who cherish their time outside. Moments later, 80 third-grade students come bursting onto the playground for 30 minutes of learning. … Continue reading RECESS – Lessons learned on the playground