I would like to apologize to anyone who has recently downloaded these QR codes. Apparently, tagmydoc only keeps your files for 14 days, unbeknownst to me, if you are using its free service. So, these QR codes will not work. I have posted a new batch at this link: QR Code Classroom Coupons (Revised) Yesterday, … Read more
I thought that I would experiment by creating my own countdown calendar for my daughter this year using QR codes. It seems to me, during this busy time of the year, that it might help to remember the power of being kind. So, I have created a countdown calendar of Random Acts of Kindness, using … Read more
As a teacher, do you ever have a moment when no one needs your help, and you are standing in the middle of your classroom wondering what you should be doing? In my twenty years of teaching, I think that’s happened twice: when I was student teaching and had no idea what I was supposed … Read more
I came across this classroom idea while I was playing with Pinterest. Ms. Noble has a great method for reviewing concepts and challenging minds that she thoroughly explains on her website. Although I would probably modify some of the activities, and add some more higher order thinking skills, this shows a lot of potential for … Read more
I’ve seen versions of this floating around the web from time to time, but KB Connected just posted one that I hadn’t seen yet. It’s a very powerful poem by Taylor Mali, and the video incorporates text and photos in a way that really “packs a punch”, so to speak. It will inspire and motivate … Read more
I came across this post, and thought it was intriguing. I know that I am often guilty of not giving my students enough time to reflect on their work. This is an interesting blend of Bloom’s Taxonomy and reflective questions. The post also includes questions for the teacher and the principal to use about their … Read more