In each of my introductory college courses, the thing I hear the most from my students on the first day is: “I’m not that great a writer, so I’m really nervous for this class.” I understand their apprehension. My intro-level classes are either...

You might not think that putting a plate of cookies on top of your car is the best place for a ten minute car ride across town.  However, from a physics point of view, there is...

Have you ever heard of Sudoku? If you have, have you ever completed or attempted one? Sudoku puzzles are a beloved pastime all over the world because they're not just fun—they also help your brain get stronger. Originating from Japan, Sudoku puzzles...

Have you ever dreamed about getting a 99th percentile score on the ACT Test? Many of your colleagues may tell you that it is so hard to get a high score and only those with Einstein’s brain can barely do it. But hey, that is NOT true. I have helped...

Did you know that "2/3 of students who cannot read proficiently by the end of 4th grade will end up in jail or on welfare. Over 70% of America’s inmates cannot read above a 4th grade level." online.regiscollege.edu. Can...

When kids get into trouble during school, it's usually for things like sleeping in class, texting under their desk, or starting cafeteria-wide food fights that make the janitors turn crimson. I, on the other hand, got into trouble for reading.Yes, as...

  I cannot express enough just how much I enjoy reading!   Sometimes, I see students dread the 'assigned chapter' everyday for their English classes... and believe me, I used to be just like them! Being forced to read a book can be really...

The order of operations in Math is an important concept without which there would be different answers to one problem. In social media, mostly Facebook, thousands of users solve Math puzzles. When reviewing the comments, many have different answers. But,...

As I sit down to write this blog post, I can't help but reflect on my own journey navigating the twists and turns of going through school with ADHD. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just difficulty paying attention or being...

Have you ever had a student that seems edgy, leaves the room and distracts others without a clear reason?Meet Student A. She's a fifth grade English as a Second Language student in an all English...