About Me

What is there to know about me?

I am a mom, a dog lover, a science teacher, a ukulele player, a reader of good books and a singer in a chorus. I do improvisational comedy and have conducted after school Improv programs with kids.

I am a Canadian Citizen

I am also an American Citizen

I love to use visible thinking routines for myself and for my students. Here are my favorites:

1.What makes you say that?

This requires looking at the "why" which is crucial in science and shows the need for evidence

2. See, Think, Wonder

This is a great way to begin a lesson and creates interest and curiosity

3. Think, Puzzle, Explore

I like this one as it raises questions and leads to exploring to find the answers

4. Compass Points

I find this really helpful in identifying my different feelings about a topic such as what worries me, what excites me, what do I need to know and what steps can I take

5. I Used to Think....Now I Think

It always is rewarding when you realize how far you've come and this simple routine is a great way of showing progress in learning

pz.harvard.edu/thinking-routines

My vision for teaching includes:

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