New Graphic: Rethinking Power Needs I fit 3 of my education heros in one graphic: Stuart Shanker & Co. Ross Greene & Richard Lavoie. So grateful to them for sharing such wise and compassionate ways to interact with kids. Free downloads: northstarpaths.com Lives in the Balance #ChildHonouring

I don’t believe in “bad kids”. I believe in struggling kids, confused kids, overwhelmed kids, terrified kids, and kids who need explicit skills instruction and other supports in order to successfully meet my expectations. I believe in kids.

Having ADHD can complicate remote learning for students. Some struggle to use devices for school lessons when they can also be used for games. They may also be missing out on much needed physical exertion. Jon Hamilton ow.ly/zdDr50BnMY1

I am sharing this valuable learning opportunity, which pertains specifically to J/I classrooms. I am looking forward to participating in this webinar and learning more about current issues that are impacting 21st century learners!

Congrats to the staff and students who have adapted to new ways of teaching and learning and have safely completed their first week of school! Keep up the great work!

It's a challenge to get this puzzle just right, but beautiful when it all fits together! Sketchnote by Julie Woodard

Don't dehumanize #distancelearning with web-based, adaptive apps. HUMANIZE learning by leveraging discussion, discourse, complex instruction, and journaling. Put students' humanity first. It is our moral imperative. #distancelearning2020 #ditchbook #waledchat #geniushour

We have all likely experienced some type of busy work in the classroom. This read (bit.ly/2RZhEFF) demonstrates the negative behaviours and frustrations that emerge from busy work, and highlights the importance of creating engaging, rich, meaningful tasks for learning.

An interesting read!

Coming up October 7th, River Bookshop will be hosting a virtual event - the first in our Racial Justice series - with seating for a live watch in our new event space, The Hole in the Wall. Email [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Learn more about my books, great for book studies and ideas for #hybridlearning #education #k12 #PBL #SEL #digcit #geniushour #edtech #remoteteaching #iste #PLC @eduMatchbooks 💥 ThriveinEDU Consulting #AI #STEM #ARVR

1️⃣ Amplify student voice 2️⃣Display student work 3️⃣ Give choice in reading, writing, products, etc. 4️⃣ Build relationships 5️⃣Focus on students 6️⃣ Put a spotlight on cultures Sketchnote via 🌍 ναℓєηтιηα gσηzαℓєz

GRADE 4, 5 AND 6 TEACHERS: get involved in this great initiative with your students!! habitathm.ca/moh/

I’m beyond thrilled that my friend Joe Biden and our first Black and Indian-American woman Vice President, Kamala Harris, are headed to restore some dignity, competence, and heart at the White House. Our country sorely needs it.

Bluewater Coast ES Ss exploring the #force of #drag in #science class with Emily Mitchell #speedchute #flight #grade6 Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB)