Play Reading and Analysis–An Important Skill for Our Students

Play Reading and Analysis–an Important Skill for Our Students I am a drama teacher. Consequently, I eat, sleep and breath theater even now that I’m newly retired. I listen to the Sirius Broadway station all day which keeps me abreast to upcoming productions and tours. Because of my love for theater, I spend a lot […]
Striking a Balance with Students in Their Middle School Years

Striking a Balance with Students in Their Middle School Years Today, let’s talk striking a balance with students in their middle school years. Middle School…near and dear to my heart. They can change on you in a split second and I love it! My reasons for liking middle school I always thought I’d teach high school. […]
A Great Review of Bumbling Bea
Great review of Bumbling Bea
‘Tween Parenting 101
Beatrice is a ‘tween. Do you remember those years? Are you ‘tween parenting? In my book, Meanie Bea’ (there’s that title again), Beatrice’s parents are positive forces in her life. That was on purpose. In my thirty-five years of teaching, I can honestly say that most parents I have been acquainted with have tried to be […]