Wendy Says is written to stimulate dialogue among educators to share teaching ideas that benefit children. http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm en-us Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, would have been 110 years old this month and to this day he is remembered as one of the most well-known authors of children's literature. His fun, whim... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=79 School Year Planning Teacher Talk Forum http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=79 Tue, 04 Mar 2014 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=79 It's about that time of the year, when elementary students begin asking about Valentine's Day parties and older students start whispering about their latest Valentine loves. Have you heard it yet? Sur... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=78 Curriculum Holidays School Year Planning Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=78 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=78 Welcome to 2014! One of my favorite things about returning from winter break is that my students always seem ready to buckle down and work. They're over the holiday excitement and just a little bit wi... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=77 School Year Planning Teacher Education Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=77 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=77 If you are in the one of the 45 states that has adopted the Common Core State Standards, your teaching practices are likely in the midst of change. While change is difficult, and getting students read... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=76 Common Core Curriculum School Year Planning Teacher Education Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=76 Mon, 04 Nov 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=76 Teachers face many challenges in the classroom, and motivating students in our high-stakes environment is often at the top of the list. It's difficult to watch a very capable child take on an "I don't... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=75 Teacher Education Teacher Talk Forum Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=75 Tue, 01 Oct 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=75 It's back to school time again and after all of the first days of school activities have ended it's time to get into the curriculum for the new school year. Like every other year, you'll likely start ... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=74 School Year Planning Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=74 Tue, 03 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=74 In today's technology age, using the Internet to communicate with parents is paramount to keeping your classroom running effectively. With your own classroom website, whether through MyTeacherSite or ... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=73 Teacher Tips Web Site Updates http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=73 Thu, 08 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=73 Those lazy days of summer are finally here and while spending some extra time with friends and family is a must, this is also an ideal time to gear up for next year. I know we all put in many hours du... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=72 School Year Planning Teacher Talk Forum Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=72 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=72 It's time for our Featured Site Contest! Each quarter MyTeacherSite.org selects a teacher's site to feature for excellence. Quarterly winners receive $100 and a cool T-shirt! Selections are based on i... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=69 Contests http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=69 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=69 Recently, an article published in The Wichita Eagle told of several middle schools in the area trying out single-sex lunches. Basically, the boys eat lunch while the girls go outside for recess, and t... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=68 In The News Teacher Talk Forum http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=68 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=68 While trying to relate to your students is one of the most important things you can do as a teacher, it is also important to keep your personal life just that - personal. The things you post on social... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=67 Social Media Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=67 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=67 Keeping a class website is a good way to keep your parents and students informed. But you need to remember that your site is the world's window to your classroom. Your audience, which includes your ad... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=66 Teacher Site Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=66 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=66 Have you been curious about how many people are actually visiting your MyTeacherSite? Well, today is your lucky day! You are now able to see the number of visits to each page, simply by logging in, sc... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=62 Teacher Site Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=62 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=62 For me, summer is all about relaxation. As teachers, we work hard all year long so we deserve a bit of rest and relaxation! Summer usually starts with some pool and family time, cleaning and organizin... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=61 Teacher Site Tips Teacher Talk Forum Teacher Tips Web Site Updates http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=61 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=61 Professional development is one of those things that many of us put off even though we need the hours to recertify every few years. In Arizona, I need to tackle 180 clock hours of professional develop... http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=60 Teacher Education Teacher Talk Forum Teacher Tips http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog_comment.cfm?pID=60 Sat, 19 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://myteachersite.org/teacher/solution/blog.cfm?pID=60