If you've followed along my journey for a while, you know I am absolutely passionate about STEAM education! I have presented locally and nationally on topics relating to hands-on science, project-based learning and STEAM education and some of the most common questions I get are, "How do you fit ... read more
It Can Start With a Single Dot
Do you have students who think they aren't artists? I know that I do. What about children who are so scared of making mistakes that they have trouble getting started? I know that I have these types of children in my class, too. What are we doing to help them? Are we giving them scaffolded ... read more
Ready for Takeoff: My Experience with Project-Based Learning and the Solar System Part 1
A few days ago I posted about why I use project-based learning (PBL) in my Kindergarten classroom (click [here] to visit the original post). There was a lot of interest in what PBL is and how to implement it. So, today I want to share part one of my first experience with PBL. I can ... read more
First Day, Back to School Fun
Howdy friends! Do you get first day jitters? I know that I do, but something happens right when that first little friend walks in. The "teacher instinct" kicks in and it's all about getting the little ones settled and starting to learn about them. The focus finally shifts from ... read more
Paint, Paper, & Popcorn: An Art Themed Summer Fun Camp!
The end of June is quickly coming - where is summer going?!? As many of you may have been enjoying summer break for quite some time and others are just getting started with your break, your probably wondering why I'm blogging about a summer camp. Well, I've been at my new school ... read more
