“It’s no small feat to make a difference in somebody’s life, and Greitens has written a book that is a fitting honor to all the people who made a difference in his. By sharing these stories with young readers, he now has a chance to make a difference in a few more.”- The New York…
Category: Children’s Literature
Four Twitter ideas for teaching concise writing, a FREE Ebook and other resources
Here are some activities that I will use in my 10th and 11th grade creative writing class this summer for TRIO/Upward Bound. The strategies teach concise writing and are based on Twitter. However, the ideas can easily be adapted for other platforms including Facebook status updates or text messages. SOURCE: Less Is More: Using Social…
How I Published All of My Books
I have published 10 books for children and adults. Here’s how I did it
I’m donating any profits from affiliate marketing sales and Yahoo! performance this week to Red Cross for MOORE, OKLAHOMA
I’ll be donating any profits from my affiliate marketing sales and Yahoo! performance pay this week, to the Red Cross for MOORE, OKLAHOMA. So if you haven’t yet checked out the Young People’s Pavilion store as well as book links in various posts on this blog; or read any of my articles on Yahoo! now…
The Urban Liason Magazine Provides Great Writing Samples for Intermediate, Secondary and College Students
I have been fortunate to use The Urban Liaison Magazine with my various writing and communication classes for several years. The writing is snazzy, clear, correct and concise. It taps into themes and issues that are important to all types of consumers. By using a local angle, the essays and wonderful graphics keep my students…
Independent Film Producer Jim Lemley Highlights Magic, Improvisation and Death at University of Idaho Commencement
Independent film producer Jim Lemley added a little razzle-dazzle to the University of Idaho commencement ceremony and encouraged graduates to worry less about figuring everything out right away. “Contrary to what my grey hair might suggest, I definitely do not have life figured out…but the one thing I’ve learned is that’s OK,” said Lemley. “Life…
Bebop Libros: Common Core ahora compatible
Este programa de alfabetización integral incluye recursos para la lectura guiada, bibliotecas de aula, lectura compartida, evaluación y ESL / programas de idioma dual. Explore nuestro sitio para aprender más acerca de cómo Bebop libros pueden ayudar a sus hijos a tener éxito en sus esfuerzos de lectura. Lea este artículo de Jeanne Clidas, Ph.D….
Bebop Books: Common Core Now Supported
This comprehensive literacy program includes resources for guided reading, classroom libraries, shared reading, assessment and ESL/Dual Language programs. Explore our site to learn more about how Bebop Books can help your children succeed in their reading efforts. Read this article by Jeanne Clidas, Ph.D. Common Core State Standards Our Bebop titles support the new K-5…
How interactive technology is changing the classroom and our children
If you walk into most classrooms in the UK today, you will soon notice the big screen in the middle of the room at the front. If you walk into most classrooms in the UK today, you will soon notice the big screen in the middle of the room at the front. It’s not a…
Made Me a Story … Still Got It
Crossposted on Daily Kos When I am working with children in schools, I always remind them that one of the great things about writing is that it always stays with you. The poem Things by Eloise Greenfied summarizes the feeling: It includes the words: Bought me some candy … Ain’t got it no more ……
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