While most of the time students come to class as you would expect, sometimes they can be agitated, sad, angry, or frustrated; the whole realm of emotions can be seen in a classroom atmosphere. As a teacher, I have seen it all. It is my personal mission in my classroom…

The Need to Read – Resisting Summer Learning Loss Only a few students welcome summer as a time to relax with a stack of books. Most students understandably want a break from school and studying. At SpiderSmart, we never stop reading, teaching, and learning, even in the summer. More than…

Summer is sun, fun, and relaxation, right? It is supposed to be a break from school, learning, and books. However, consider the advantages of reading through the summer. Our brains never stop learning, so give them something to dwell on and digest, strengthening reading comprehension and boosting your memory skills…