Coaster LIVE!
We may be sheltering in place, but Coaster refuses to “stay”! I have made him available to all of you as of last week via… Read more
“Don’t We Already Do Inclusion?” Planning Tool
I have been having so much fun working virtually with book clubs this summer—it has helped me to connect with so many of you in… Read more
“about me” alternatives: getting to know you activities for inclusive classrooms
Make sure you give students a few different ways to tell you about themselves. Some learners can easily write a paragraph or talk to the… Read more
first-then boards as a support for standards-based learning
A first/then board is a popular visual strategy used to provide structure and support in the classroom and beyond. A first-then board may be used… Read more
31 Ways to Enjoy an Inclusive Summer
Summer is finally here, and I am looking forward to having time to share content through my site. As an easy way to get started,… Read more
Rubber chickens, flying pigs, etc.
If you have ever seen me present, you know I often use props, toys, and unusual learning materials to emphasize key points, elicit responses from… Read more
what can you do with a sticky-note?: 7 ways to support diverse learners
You might use a sticky note to mark your page in a book or leave a reminder for a colleague, but these handy little scraps… Read more
Keeping learning alive after the workshop ends
I have had such a great fall visiting schools, districts, and organizations around the country, but also here in my own backyard of Chicago. It… Read more
Do you have a co-teaching vision?
Have you been using 30 Days to the Co-Taught Classroom to learn about co-teaching or to teach your staff about co-teaching? If so, you may… Read more
A plan for Pedro
One of the most exciting parts of writing a book for children is seeing all of the ways it is used by students, families, and… Read more
Thanks for the motivation, coach
Some of you may have heard me talk about Kellen Ehrenhardt in the last few years. He is the son of a dear friend and… Read more
Basketball science, word problems & inclusive schools: Pranoy’s story
I absolutely love stories as a way to share ideas and illustrate positive practices. This video was sent to me by Indrani Solomon and her… Read more
Can a “user manual” improve your collaborative relationships?
I recently stumbled on this article by Leah Fessler. I loved her idea for supporting collaborative teams. I won’t steal her thunder by describing too… Read more
Apple sweater shuffle
Remember the rap video I created with my co-author, Julie Causton, last year? Really…how could you forget? Now that I have refreshed your memory, take… Read more
Celebrate your success
I love the first few weeks of school. I like all of the getting-to-know-you activities, the fresh new classrooms and the novelty of starting over.… Read more
Another perfect Pedro plan
This post needs to begin with a big “thank you” to Nicolette Brata-Coolen. Nicolette wrote to me and sent some great artifacts from a lesson… Read more
What is your whale?
I am so excited to post another great teaching idea from a general education teacher who is soooooo very dedicated to supporting all of the… Read more
More joy in the classroom: 3 ideas
Lately, I have been working with many teams and teachers who are interested in cultivating classrooms that are more responsive, active, and joyful. I have… Read more
“All done” board
There are so many benefits of having a differentiated classroom, but a challenge that may exist is managing the time and activities of your students.… Read more