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Sharing successes and challenges through teaching while becoming a (hopefully) published author.

Social Justice Symposium: Social Justice Quilt

Social Justice Symposium: Social Justice Quilt

The Social Justice Quilt is a collaborative piece of artwork that explores the big learning my class had during our Social Justice Symposium unit. To explore the power of instillations, my class learned about The Witness Blanket created by Carey Newman. I also share my gratitude for a teacher friend who helped me with this unit…and so many others!

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Mrs. Salter’s Arcade: Hands-On Cross Curricular Fun

Mrs. Salter’s Arcade: Hands-On Cross Curricular Fun

Readers Request: Mrs. Salter’s Arcade. A brief overview of the 2.5 weeks that I use to turn my classroom into a cardboard arcade and the learning that occurs. I have provided BC curriculum links as well as a sample package to use and possible assessment. Be inspired. Get messy. Have fun! This is a great project to start the new year with. You could tell kids about it before they go on break and they will come back with so many ideas!

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Reader Request: Class Survey + Graphing =  Understanding Built With Your Class (Cross Curricular Activity)

Reader Request: Class Survey + Graphing = Understanding Built With Your Class (Cross Curricular Activity)

Turning a class survey into deep understanding. This hands-on cross-curricular activity can help you learn about your class and make powerful class goals.

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