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Hi, I’m Laura, mom of 3+1, professor, and lover of education and breaking down barriers for students. Thanks for visiting!
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Awareness and Action: Helping Children Cope with Depression
Children experience stress and depression just like adults. Sometimes, we may not recognize the symptoms as they present in a variety of ways. I know this firsthand and share tips and present questions for you to reflect on as you become more aware and take action to help children cope with depression. [During this pandemic, […]
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Nurturing Young Innovators: Cultivating creativity in the classroom, home, and community
Wow, we loved writing this book. It draws on so much of what I teach and have learned from MY students about engaging young learners in creativity ANYWHERE they are. I know you’ll find great ideas and I hope you’ll offer your own suggestions, too. [Ad Pandemicus: Working with children at home demands more creativity […]
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Teaching the 4Cs with technology: How do I use 21st century tools to teach 21st century skills?
Though it’s now been 5 years, this remains our best (and fastest read) book on the four key skills of critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity. Budhai, S & Taddei, L. (2015). Teaching the 4Cs with technology: How do I use 21st century tools to teach 21st century skills? ASCD Arias. http://www.ascd.org/Publications/Books/Overview/Teaching-the-4Cs-with-Technology.aspx