Responding to Poetry From Diverse Voices on the American Dream and Identity

I LOVE teaching poetry! My goal in teaching poetry is to remind my students that poets write because they love … More

“You’re a Mean One” Mr. Grinch!!

I bet you’re singing the song right now! Who can resist the song about the creature we all love to … More

After teaching for 25 years, I was in a rut. I have to admit it. But I feel that I … More

Why is it as students get older we believe they no longer need to create and work with their hands? … More

I’ve been teaching for 25 years, so I should be used to seeing student projects dumped in the trash, but … More

I’ve decided to hold a Black Friday sale in my Teachers Pay Teachers Shop!! 15% off everything!! It feels great … More

I bought Haikubes this summer as I was searching for ways to add makerspace ideas to my high school English … More

I have decided to give my high school English students more opportunity to create something with their hands–get them up … More

My Quest Bright sunshine! What a perfect symbol to start my first blog post. This year, I’ve decided to provide … More