This episode explores why students need to be taught to use cell phones productively at school and encourages teachers to do a little research before making a plan to address cell phone usage. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I discuss the importance of alignment between the state standard and our spelling test format. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to the first episode! In this episode, I look closer at the weekly spelling test which is a staple of elementary classrooms. I challenge you to think about whether or not students are truly sounding out words and using the sound-spellings they have learned in an authentic way. I also share a few ideas for creating personalized spelling lists for kids.