There's nothing better than a sweet and salty combo and these "candy" crackers are the perfect treat. My grandma used to make these quite often for family get togethers and without fail each and every time, there would never be any left at the end of the day. Easy and delicious...now that's a winning combo! ... Read More
I #MoveFor Learning with Easy Spirit!
Being a teacher is really something special. From the kids to the curriculum, teaching most definitely has its perks. Not only do teachers have the distinct privilege of growing lifelong learners, but teaching provides its educators with constant opportunities to continue learning, too…and I’m not just talking about content! With each year spent in the classroom, teachers learn more and more about what it means to be an educator. How to reach the hearts of their students. How to teach their minds. How to adapt to challenging situations & recover from failed lessons and classroom ... Read More
5 Things To Do With Your Family in the Summer – Breckenridge, CO
One of our family’s favorite places to visit in the summer (or really any time of the year), is a quaint little mountain town in Colorado roughly about 100 miles west of the Denver International Airport. Breckenridge is home to some of the most breathtaking views and gorgeous hikes in the area. If you & your family find yourself anywhere in the area this time of the year, here are a few things that will keep you busy. BRECKCONNECT GONDOLAThe BreckConnect Gondola is an 8-passenger cabin suspended on cables & provides visitors with transportation to and from the Peak 7 and Peak 8 ski resorts. The gondola is ... Read More
Fitting It All In with Science
When I work in different schools and talk to teachers in between sessions at conferences, I always hear something along the lines of, "there's just note enough time for (science & social studies!!!!)" Teachers. I feel you. I really do. There's barely enough time in our day to teach the skills & objectives you need to teach in the first place! So often, we as teachers look at our curriculum and see everything through compartmentalized lenses. If we're teaching literacy skills, it must be done during our ELA block. If we're teaching math, it can't go beyond that 90 minute time frame we have carved out ... Read More
Classroom Connections
If you've ever attended one of my professional development workshops, attended one of my sessions at a conference, or invited me to visit your school, you know how passionate I am about cross-curricular instruction. Integrating concepts and themes across the board and weaving objectives through each of the subject areas is one of my biggest academic passions. So often we, as educators, look at our content through a compartmentalized lens. If our schedule says "Math from 1:00 - 2:00", then we stick to teaching math in that designated time slot and teach it in that time frame only. I'm such a strong believer in making connections across ... Read More
Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce
We eat salmon at least 2-3 times a week so I'm always on the hunt for news ways to cook it. This is a great dish to make when you need a reset or when you just want to enjoy an incredibly flavorful meal.We'll definitely be trying this again. The sauce was the perfect compliment to the seasoned salmon and made for such a delicious meal. ... Read More
Banff Canada – Lodging & Food
WHERE TO STAY IN BANFF If you’ve been following my IG for a while, you might remember that my husband and I…along with two of our friends…traveled to Banff Canada for a few days in June. I’m not an expert on traveling, and I’m definitely not an expert on traveling to Banff, but here’s just a little rundown of the lodging and food after several people have asked for trip details. We reserved our lodging only about a week and a half prior to our trip due to poor planning on our part. By the time we were ready to reserve our stay, most lodging in Banff was completely sold out. We ended up having to split our stay ... Read More
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
Here's a dessert that's perfect to make for your next get-together or take to your next potluck. It's sure to be a hit! This dessert is light and fluffy and won't leave you feeling stuffed. A perfect treat to indulge in after you're all done with dinner...or when you just want a little taste of sweet :) This is, by far, one of my most favorite versions of my favorite dessert. ... Read More
Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
Here's a go-to recipe that's easy to prep, leaves behind a minimal mess, and is delicious to boot. A family favorite for sure. This is a no-brainer to throw into the rotation on a busy week and is packed full of flavor. You'll be glad you added this one to your menu! ... Read More
Why We Gave Our Child The Gift of Time & Delayed His Start in Kindergarten
I'm often asked by friends and strangers alike what my thoughts are in regards to holding a child back an extra year as opposed to sending them to Kindergarten with a June-early September birthday. As a former K-2 teacher who spent fifteen years in the classroom, I definitely have my opinions about this. However, instead of sharing my perspective solely through the lens of a teacher, I'd love to share my opinions with you from the viewpoint of a mother who made this decision for her child as well. Keep in mind that these are my opinions based solely on my personal experiences. We all have vastly different experiences both in and out of ... Read More
