Sitting with my 94 year old dad (almost 94 - he's now rounding up) and looking into starting a blog for him. It's easy!

Educators I cannot get enough of!

Todd Finley - Educator, Writer, Blogger

Ian Byrd with Great Info for Gifted Education

The Cult of Pedagogy

This past year I started listening to Side Hustle School which is all about finding a new source of income without quitting your day job. I love this podcast. Try it for yourself:
Side Hustle School Podcast

Chris Guillebeau now has a book out as well to help you succeed. I love his philosophy and ideas from real people out there doing just what he's talking about. Here's his book. Go to Amazon and order yours:

Side Hustle From Idea to Income in 27 Days

brain·storm

ˈbrānˌstôrm/

noun

1. 1. 

   a spontaneous group discussion to produce ideas and ways of solving problems.
2. 2. 

   informal

   a moment in which one is suddenly unable to think clearly or act sensibly.

verb

1. 

produce an idea or way of solving a problem by holding a spontaneous group discussion.

"a brainstorming session"

It looks as if I'm missing the "group discussion" on this upcoming brainstorm. If anyone is out there, let me know what you think!

I've been an educator for over 20 years. My knowledge base is the following:

• teaching reading to nonreaders
• teaching writing to elementary kids
• planning and providing intervention for kids in classrooms, small groups and individuals
• coaching teachers on math, reading, and writing content
• using technology in the classroom
• classroom management
• writing up classroom objectives and lesson plans
• knowledge of the state standards 
• how to communicate with parents
• how to create good rapport with students
• Working with colleagues in the elementary school
• Creating PLCs
• latest books and experts when teaching reading and writing
• Seeking out professionals when I don't know the answer
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2017

Reasons to restart my blog

• It's a great way to track my travel
• I love rereading it
• There is a lot to catch up on
• Why not?

Family Photo with Rondo (Caryl's dog)

March 2015

Planning a trip to Nagasaki, Japan with my daughter Lian. She's been studying Japanese for 2 years and is ready to be immersed in the language and culture. We're just starting to plan the trip. Very exciting. I want hot springs, noodles, miso soup, fresh tofu, temples, and more. It will be fun to see what Lian grabs onto while there. Life is good!