Increased feelings of fear and vulnerability means fake conspiracy theories are seeing the light more than ever.
This worksheet helps the neurodivergent brain get a bit more focused, in managing ADHD overwhelm. Help identify what feels so overwhelming right now, clarify what you have control over, and break down what needs to get done into simpler steps. Commit to doing one action at a time, and setting a mantra you can repeat to allow self-compassion when the ADHD brain is leading with the inner critic.
Traditional moussaka is a rich and decadent dish, usually made by individually frying the eggplant and potatoes in oil before layering. Add to this a rich meat sauce and extra creamy béchamel sauce and you start feeling guilty about it even before the first delicious mouthful.
The bow is a very important part of the violin; without it, you would need to play pizzicato all the time. Here are some ways to keep your violin bow like new. After you're done playing, loosen the bow and wipe of the stick with a soft,...
Winning your ex back isn’t really the hard part. The hard part is keeping them.After all, they left you once, what is to stop them from leaving you again?What is the point of getting your ex back if you can’t keep them PERMANENTLY?When you get your ex back, you want them committed to making it work this time. This article will teach you how.My name is Kevin Thompson, and I am here to help you through this painful breakup and hopefully get your ex back. I say hopefully because I can’t guarantee y
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Handlezen. Handlezen, of chiromantie, wordt over de hele wereld beoefend. De herkomst is niet geheel duidelijk, maar er wordt aangenomen dat handlijnkunde dateert van in de tijd van de Indiase Hindoe-astrologie en de Roma (zigeuner)...
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Do you need practical ways to improve your emotional health? How you respond to a problem is often more important than the problem itself.
Making the most use out of your time is all about balancing your priorities. While everyone's tasks are different even if you're working in a similar industry, the types of tasks that we are faced with are similar, and can be broken down into 4 different quadrants according to Stephen Covey's Time Management Matrix. Stephen
Creating a wooden penny whistle is a fun yet challenging process. With careful measurements and some tweaking, you can easily create a one-of-a-kind handmade musical instrument. Some musicians love to use a penny whistle during parades and marches.
During this time of year I start to change up the way I do guided reading/reading groups. The majority of my kiddos are well above grade level, so they are working on reading skills and strategies more than actually learning how to read. It's such a neat transition to watch my students go from "learning how to read" to "reading to learn." So, I have started mixing things up a bit. My groups that are above grade level get together each day to read through a story (chapter book, non-fiction book, or reader's theatre normally). While those groups are working through the book together and completing pre/during/post reading activities, I am sitting with the kiddos that need a little extra help (and they are doing the same thing as the other groups, just on their level!). So, right now when you walk in my room during reading groups, my kids are sitting with their groups, reading a book together, and talking (about the book, hopefully!). With that being said, it can get a little noisy and off-topic during this time (which makes it difficult for me to focus on the group I am meeting with at the time!). So, I've decided to give each person a job for their group. Tomorrow, before we head to reading groups, I will explain and assign reading group jobs! Each student will wear their "job chain" around their neck so that they remember what is expected of them. Here are the job chains: The back of each chain has a the explanation: You can click on the pictures below to download a copy of these! I just cut all of the circles out, glued them to black construction paper (put the picture on one side and the expectation on the other), laminated, punched a hole, and used yarn for the chain! I DESPISE cutting out circles, but sometimes rectangles can be a little pokey, so I figured it was worth the extra time. {Clipart and Fonts courtesy of DJ Inkers} I realize that this won't solve all of my problems, but my students are pretty good about keeping up with their classroom jobs, so I'm hoping this will be a success as well! I do go around and talk with each group as they are working so that I am still meeting with all of my kiddos. I also plan on using these with my struggling group even though I am with them for the majority of the time. I'm hoping this will help give them a little confidence and allow them to take ownership of their time together! I will also use these jobs anytime we do group work!
Like the Snatch? Want to get better at Jerking? .... Check out step by step breakdown of the Snatch, Clean and Jerk from the UK Olympic Weightlifting Page
Complete the Self Care Checklist to see whether you're showing yourself love, or undermining yourself every day.
Claire Hayward explores the life and works of the seven Swedish laureates of the Nobel Prize for Literature who works have shaped and been shaped by their native Sweden.
The world is still not a fair place if you are a woman.
We all make decisions, but few of us understand that the decision making process we use to make those decisions is more important than the analysis or time we put into deliberating between options. Here you'll find a five-step process for thinking through how to make better decisions.
Sometimes, preventing challenging behavior can be as simple as changing around the furniture. And sometimes it helps to have the furniture you need. Find out how in this post.
A house needs a foundation.
Teaching plot elements to upper elementary students? Use a picture book to engage your students! Read it aloud, and then create a plot diagram!
We really learned a lot in 2013. Now it's time to put it all to good use.
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Learn to whistle loudly with your fingers.
It's my favorite time of year!! Recorder time!! The students love this unit so much that it really energizes me! There is just something about putting a recorder in a student's hand that makes music come alive for them. It is such a great way to synthesize all of the information that they have been learning throughout their elementary music career: rhythms, notes, vocabulary, score-reading, musicianship, and much more! Fourth graders begin learning about the history of the recorder, parts, basic technique, and the first 3 notes: B, A, and G. We use the Rockin' Recorder Method Book (created by Allison Friedman) as our main curriculum. The students love this book because of the up-beat tracks that go along with each song. We also supplement with lots of fun recorder warm-ups and games! The classes have really enjoyed playing the game, "B-A-G Roll and Play." It is a very simple concept but really engages them and allows them to practice their note-reading and technique individually. Each group member takes turns rolling the dice and playing that numbered example on their card. I asked the partners to take on the role of "Recorder Doctor," an idea I got from "The Sweetest Melody" music blog. As their partner plays the example, they "diagnose" any problems they hear: As they play, this is also a great time for me to walk around and assess the students. I can note which students are having trouble with fingerings, sound quality, or note-reading and which students are excelling in those areas. It provides the students time to help one another with their weaknesses and allows me to work one-on-one with students if they need it. Another recorder game that 4th graders have really enjoyed is Recorder Rumble. The students divide up into two teams (they usually prefer boys vs. girls) and compete to earn the most points by correctly playing the 4-beat patterns provided. This gives the students sight-reading practice and also a chance to play individually. It's a great assessment tool and the students enjoy the game format. I have each student take a turn to play a pattern and then, if they need to, they can consult with their team for help. It has been so neat to watch them encourage each other and compliment each other's performances! They've learned that good sportsmanship has its place in music as well!
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It’s fine to want to look and feel good in your swimsuit this summer, but remember that getting fit is about more than weight – it’s about strength, endurance, and health, too.
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