We need to talk about butterflies. Specifically, the monarch, Danaus plexipus. Do you realize the miraculous nature of the life… Read more We Need To Talk About The Monarch Butterfly
Author: timothygoodwin
I Sense Many of us are on Edge
I sense we’re all a little tense. A little worn thin. Maybe feeling tired, no? I know, I know. I… Read more I Sense Many of us are on Edge
It’s Simple Right? No. It’s Not.
We want the world to be simple. But it’s not. Yet, we still fall into the same trap trying to… Read more It’s Simple Right? No. It’s Not.
Context is Everything
I’ve had two insignificant moments this week that have reminded me of this monumentally significant fact in teaching and learning.… Read more Context is Everything
My Friend, Bob McPeek
I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce you to Bob McPeek. One might consider it a stretch to call… Read more My Friend, Bob McPeek
First, Do No Harm
The major thrust and most utilized aspect of the Hippocratic oath taken by doctors is “primum non nocere” or “first,… Read more First, Do No Harm
A Reason to be Kind
This past weekend Tracy and I went up to Grand Rapids, MN. Saturday we attended the Grand Rapids/KAXE Riverfest music… Read more A Reason to be Kind
Hey You! Step Up!
Last week I stood up for teachers, calling out the rest of us who are making their job untenable. Okay,… Read more Hey You! Step Up!
Hey You! Back Off!
I teach a general methods and science methods course to prospective elementary. I’d like to share an anecdote from a… Read more Hey You! Back Off!
My Kitchen Appliances Think I’m an Idiot
My kitchen appliances must have a pretty low opinion of us humans. They insist on beeping to telegraph their every… Read more My Kitchen Appliances Think I’m an Idiot
