My biggest daily problem then was that at least half of my students could not read anywhere near grade level, and I had no idea how to teach them to read.

The original snowfall did not completely melt for six weeks, so we were able to dance in the hallways for four wonderful weeks. I was much younger then, with almost as much energy as my students. Just enjoying the music, the movement, hardly teaching at all. What a wonderful break Snow Dancing was!

A genuine complement can have a very potent effect. There is a good chance that the giver, as well as the receiver, can feel its mood-improving impact.

The letter y has a complex background and multi-pronunciations. This makes the letter y difficult for struggling readers.