My corner classroom library was the lifeblood of my remedial classroom. Students earned their way into the Cozy Corner with a free time ticket. 15 punches on the ticket and you were in! You could read all kinds of interesting and enjoyable books while the other students worked. WOW!

No matter what the subject, no matter what the season, inventive teachers can often design lessons that relate to the subjects they are introducing, teaching, or reviewing that will also require children to put down their cell phones and do their homework outside. Here are just a few ideas.

If I could tell him how to spend that money in the local neighborhood, I would encourage him to develop a plan to fulfill basic, physical needs first. Then...

           Annie came to visit our classroom every year, often in January. The students recognized her immediately, but they were always surprised by her odd attire.