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Many kids begin school already knowing how to read. They haven’t had formal lessons. Their parents haven’t been trained in … More

Text Books vs Read Aloud Plays

Admit it. You’re using one of those big fat textbooks to teach reading, one of those monstrosities brought to you … More

This time last year I admitted to a high degree of frustration when it comes to standardized testing. It drives … More

What can you do when your character gets questioned but you’re unable to defend yourself? In my new play in … More

“Johnny” has a big personality. Though it sometimes gets him in trouble, it translates well to the stage. While playing … More

I’m willing to admit to a high degree of frustration when it comes to standardized testing. In fact, during the … More

If you’ve never heard one of your students attempt a southern accent you must give Box Brown’s Freedom Crate a … More

How engaging are read aloud plays? Consider this bit of anecdotal evidence: In December my students were working on my … More

Admit it. You’re using one of those big fat textbooks to teach reading, one of those monstrosities brought to you … More