Can you visualize one million? A Million Dots by Andrew Clements helps us do that. Sometimes when we hear a number like 3 million, etc. it’s hard to really grasp that number. But, even as an adult, I feel like this book has helped me … [Continue reading]
One favorite fall activity in many elementary classrooms is estimating how many seeds are inside of a pumpkin and counting the seeds. We've done it many times over the years and it's always a fun day for the kids. Have you ever used mini pumpkins … [Continue reading]
Have you heard about the term "reducetarian"? It's someone who strategically reduces the amount of meat they eat. That is, of course, not always easy to do in our meat-hungry culture. I grew up on a farm, so meat has always been a big part of my … [Continue reading]
Are you looking for a way to make it easier for your child to do more reading in the summer? Here is one technique I use every so often to help my kids get excited about reading. I call it "Operation Books Along The Wall". Without saying … [Continue reading]
We need to reverse global warming ASAP. Luckily, there are leaders like Rob Hogg, author of America's Climate Century, who are helping to bring more attention to this crucial issue. I think the title is accurate. This is the century humans need … [Continue reading]