I am an educator who values the individuality and uniqueness of others. Writing the blog R.E.A.L. is an outlet for me to pay it forward by sharing ideas, influences, lessons learned and exposing a little vulnerability while encouraging others to maximize their R.E.A.L. potential, as well.
Are your students weary and ready for summer break? Need something to motivate them to keep reading? Look no longer! I got you–for the next three weeks, anyway. The #BookSnaps Challenge! It is as easy as 1-2-3! 1) Simply have the students make personal connections to the text they are reading and create a digital […]
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Just a few short years ago, I was surveying students and planning our end of the year celebration–Student Appreciation Day! Why? It all began when one of my third graders came up to me during my first year of teaching and said, “Mrs. Martin, why isn’t there a Student Appreciation Day?” Great question. I had […]
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In a world of opportunity, a few small success moments or experiences can open up limitless future adventures. While this seems exciting, and as if something most would dream of, it can be daunting at times with so many choices crashing down at once. Which path is best? What’s the best next move? Do I […]
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Feeling defeated? Insignificant? Do you wonder where you fit in the world-of-education puzzle? Watch this short vlog to find your puzzle piece. Side Note: YouTube has a sense of humor, and this thumbnail does not accurately represent the contents of this vlog. *giggle* We NEED YOU! In fact, without you, we can’t complete the […]
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This past week I’ve found myself feeling overwhelmed with the task of “changing the world” aka my piece of influence on the world of education. Do you ever find yourself on information-overload that you feel entirely insignificant? You read so many books and hear so many inspiring presentations, yet you feel frozen–as if you don’t […]
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