As the new semester unfolds, teachers across the globe are gearing up to welcome a fresh cohort of students into their classrooms. The start of a new term is a golden opportunity to establish routines that not only instill discipline but also promote academic growth. One such effective routine is the integration of daily reading […]
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Mother Goose Day (May 1) and Using Mother Goose in the Classroom
Mother Goose Day is a charming and whimsical holiday dedicated to the timeless nursery rhymes and fairy tales that have been passed down through generations. This special day celebrates the imaginary author of a collection of fairy tales and nursery rhymes – Mother Goose. It’s an opportunity for people of all ages to revisit the […]
AI and GPTZero AI Detection
About this blog post I typed the five questions in the headings below into Magic Write on Canva. The paragraphs in italics were written using AI. Following the questions, you will find my comments on GPT Zero, an AI detector. I think this could be a valuable tool for educators wanting to determine if a student has […]
Promoting Independent Reading
12 Ideas to Promote Independent Reading in Your School or Class Librarians can be your best friend! Our school librarian provided monthly opportunities for our kids. They KNEW kids and they KNEW teen literature. They provided information on library resources,book talks, book speed dating, lessons on research, special presentations for banned book weeks, and information […]