I love Sharon Domine’s picture of the brain and the benefits of Art! Art involves the following parts of thinking: – Critical thinking – Creativity – Reflection – Imagination – Risk-taking – Self-direction – Resilience – Collaboration – Communication – Problem-solving
I like to start each day with rituals that focus on positive energy. I’m still working on some of them but feel the energy of intentional purpose when I remember these 5 habits: 1. Express gratitude. 2. Set your intention for the day. 3. Take 5 long deep breaths in and out. 4. Smile for Read more about Habits for Daily Success[…]
I am once again inspired by Jon Gordon who seems to know that I need in my journey. He posted the following 7 challenges for us as networkers which I generally live by: 1. Give without keeping score. 2. Add value to people’s lives. 3. Lead with love, not an agenda. 4. Find ways to Read more about Be a Networker Looking to Give[…]
Doe Zantamata posted this and I find this a great reminder to make a conscious effort to give and receive these from and to ourselves: – To be seen. – To be heard. – To be valued. – To feel safe. – To be understood. – To be loved. While teaching high school students, I Read more about The 6 Greatest Gifts[…]
I am encouraged and hopeful that educators will learn from the learning curve of evidence that traditional teaching styles don’t work. Note the following styles of successful learning: Lecture – 5% Reading – 10% Audio Visual – 20% Demonstrations – 30% Discussion group – 50% Practice by doing – 75% Teaching others – 90% Tell Read more about The Learning Pyramid[…]
As we know, the best teacher is a role model. Therefore, here are some important behaviours we need to model for our children: 1. Do something you love. 2. Work toward a goal. 3. Be kind to yourself and others. 4. Rest. 5. Take care of your health. 6. Apologize when you need to. 7. Read more about Parent Reminder[…]
According to Charlie Chaplin, the best doctors in the world are: 1. The sun 2. Rest 3. Exercise 4. Diet 5. Self-respect 6. Friends Enjoy these 6 habits and you will have a healthy life. Chaplin Chaplin said,”If you see the moon, you will see the beauty of nature. If you see the sun, you Read more about The Best Doctors in the World[…]
I was really inspired by Pirjo Suhanen’s suggestions Saying that if we really want no child left behind we need to: – decrease class sizes – let children play – support teachers – don’t rush the curriculum – delete topics from the curriculum that are not age appropriate – get parents to be 100% involved Read more about Conditions for No Child Left Behind[…]
This weekend I realized more than ever how much I need people in my life to feel whole. I called my friends to join me for a walk in nature and I was lucky enough to get one walk in. What a boost to my spirit! This morning I found this quote on LinkedIn that Read more about We Need People More Than Things[…]
Charlie Chaplin lived 88 years. He left us 4 statements: 1. Nothing is forever in this world. 2. I love walking in the rain because no one can see my tears. 3. The most lost day in life is the day we don’t laugh. 4. 6 best doctors in the world… – The sun – Read more about Foundation of All Good Qualities[…]