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The weather has been amazing here in Virginia, and signs of Spring are emerging. In fact, I've even seen daffodils blooming, so it&#...

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Do you start your days with morning meetings? Morning meetings are a great time to review previously taught lessons, work on community b...

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A while back, I began a series on developing vocabulary, and I thought I'd jump back into it with post number three.  I am...

Do you find it difficult to explain the difference between an inference and a conclusion? If so, you are not alone. At lunch yesterd...

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