8 WAYS YOUR FAMILY CAN SPREAD GOODWILL "Peace on Earth, goodwill to all" is the epitome of the classic "Christmas spirit" that countless people vow every December to keep throughout the coming year-but few actually do. The goodwill spirit can become an everyday habit, but it takes more practice time than whatever spare moments can be snatched from a few weeks of celebration. If you'd like to … [Read more...] about 8 WAYS YOUR FAMILY CAN SPREAD GOODWILL
WHEN THE KIDS ARE HOME, Part 1
WHEN THE KIDS ARE HOME, Part 1 You know about summer vacation fatigue (call it SVF). Symptoms: irritability, boredom, whining, thoughts of disowning your whole household for being constantly in your way. If that also sounds like your family during the early COVID-19 shutdowns or even now, you've met SVF's cousin, COVID claustrophobia. Whatever the season or cause for expanded home … [Read more...] about WHEN THE KIDS ARE HOME, Part 1
SOCIAL DISTANCING 201 FOR TEACHERS
SOCIAL DISTANCING 201 FOR TEACHERS By now, every professional educator knows the basics of teaching while simultaneously minimizing COVID-19 spread. Whether you're currently holding classes virtually, in-person, or both, you've probably had a hundred new rules drilled into you this calendar year: Master the right software. Space out classroom seating. Disinfect everything regularly. Provide … [Read more...] about SOCIAL DISTANCING 201 FOR TEACHERS
SOCIAL DISTANCING 201 FOR PARENTS
SOCIAL DISTANCING 201 FOR PARENTS You know the basics of preventing COVID-19 spread: Keep meetings virtual whenever possible. Keep at least six feet of distance between yourself and anyone from outside your household. Wear a face mask. Wash your hands before and after touching communal surfaces. Stay at home if you feel sick. Most people still have moments of confusion over "what to do … [Read more...] about SOCIAL DISTANCING 201 FOR PARENTS
TEACHING STUDENTS TO LOVE SCHOOL
TEACHING STUDENTS TO LOVE SCHOOL How many times have you seen a newspaper cartoon depict children trudging grim-faced to school-then dashing joyfully in the opposite direction six hours later? If you're a teacher, you may want to cry rather than laugh at that picture. Now that widespread health concerns have normalized virtual learning and abrupt school closures, the world is paying … [Read more...] about TEACHING STUDENTS TO LOVE SCHOOL