by Teacher Mara | Jun 18, 2022 | Human Rights, Learning
It’s Pride Month, and I was recently reminded that sharing kind words and the LGBTQ+ flag is a political statement. This reminder came from a “homophobic” individual who was withdrawing their support from organizations advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Personally, I’ve... 
by Teacher Michelle F | Jun 14, 2022 | Language Learning, Learning, Teacher Blog
Most parents know that learning a second language is beneficial for children. But studies show that the normal brain development of babies and toddlers makes this an ideal time for them to be exposed to another language. Here is why children who are often thought to... 
by Teacher Mara | Jun 13, 2022 | Learning, Online education, Teacher Blog
One of the great benefits of being a self-employed educator is being able to create individualized curricula. Some teachers use standard materials, some exchange resources with other teachers, and some create all the materials from scratch. As long as the curriculum... 
by Teacher Mara | Mar 19, 2022 | English Language, Learning
As a child, there were few things I loved more than listening to an adult read. Whether I was curled up next to a family member or sitting in a circle in front of a teacher, hearing stories captivated me. No adult reads exactly the same way. Some read slower, some... 
by Teacher Mara | Mar 14, 2022 | Learning, Math
In elementary school, I excelled at math. I was the kid who could complete multiplication in my head, and I was fascinated by numbers. Math was a puzzle, and I wanted to solve it. Then I hit middle school, and suddenly I was terrible at math. My fifth, sixth, and...
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