Ms. Penny Esterley
Nov 43 min read
What Is Education For?
The Big Question What is education for? Every person and every time in history has given a different answer. In the 1800s, schools were...
The Big Question What is education for? Every person and every time in history has given a different answer. In the 1800s, schools were...
Teaching spelling to children is most effective when it’s engaging, multisensory, and connected to everyday experiences. Rather than...
The Power of Shared Stories Reading together is more than just sharing a book — it’s about sharing imagination, connection, and discovery. Whether it’s a parent and child curled up with a bedtime story, siblings exploring a fantasy world, or students diving into a novel as a group, the experience brings people closer. When we read aloud with someone else, stories come alive in new ways. Voices change, questions are asked, and laughter and emotions are shared. It becomes a mom
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