I wanted something fun to do today with my boys during Lunch Bunch. Both groups are very active, and I need some hands-on activities to keep them settled down and focused. I often worry that they won’t like the craft projects I pick out, or that they will think
Divorce can be stressful, sad, and confusing for children. At any age, children may have feelings of uncertainty or be angry at the prospect of their mom and dad not being together anymore. I make it a point to discuss with kids in grades 5-8 about divorce. Getting students to
Middle school is tough. Raging hormones, lots of activities, trying to fit in and discover who you are. I thought it might be helpful for my students to read letters that teachers and counselors write to their younger selves. The responses are pretty good! My advice: Dear Self, Middle School
If you aren’t familiar with the book, What’s Under Your Cape? Superheroes of the Character Kind by Barbara Gruener, you should really give it a read. Barbara is also the author of the blog, Corner on Character, and always has great ideas and resources for how to build character in your school. I
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