Finland: a small Nordic country with a population of just over 5.5 million. And home to the world’s leading schooling system. Around the world, Finland is acknowledged as an ‘educational superpower’. Their schools are top ranked among developed nations on the PISA...

Excessive stress and anxiety causes a lot of pain for kids and parents alike and can lead to a wide range of issues… From worrying thoughts to sleep problems… Avoiding school, sports or other activities… Difficulty concentrating and learning… ..and sometimes even...

Goals for the First Day of School My goal for my students on the first day of school is for them to feel welcomed at school. I tell them that we are a school family. We are kind and helpful to each other. I want my second graders to enjoy school and learning. Build...

I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about the first day of school lately. Even as an experienced Kindergarten teacher, the first day/few weeks of school are always a bit daunting. In August, I often still have my wonderful “June kids” in the front of my mind. It can be...