Primary project-based learning is awesome! A common question I get is: Can primary teachers do project-based learning? My answer is wholeheartedly, YES! Most primary teachers are already doing thematic units with their students, so it’s not a...
In project based learning trainings, it seems like there’s always something important left out: organization. I believe that organization is a key piece of the PBL structure. These 4 steps will get you organized and ready to start any project...
By far the most commonly asked question I get is: What project based learning topic should I start with? I have a love-hate relationship with this question. On one hand, I love sharing ideas. I even wrote an entire book to share topic ideas. On the...
Whether you’re new to project-based learning (PBL), or a seasoned pro, you’ve probably realized that ideas for teaching 21st-century competencies are difficult to find. Here are 4 ways that I’ve integrated 21st-century competencies...
If you’ve ever visited my blog before, you know that I’m a huge proponent of project-based learning. PBL is the way I get my students to stay engaged in learning – especially around the holidays. You can learn more about planning...
What is Growth Mindset? Having a growth mindset means you believe that you can get smarter through hard work and practice. Growth mindset isn’t just important for your students that struggle; it’s also important for your students that...