by Megan Smith | Feb 27, 2022 | What's New
You might need something to inspire students at this time of the year or maybe this can be something to share with the teacher down the hall. It could change a student’s whole life OR simply jumpstart a valuable conversation with someone who needs it. Announcing...
by Megan Smith | Jan 7, 2022 | What's New
10 years. One whole decade. Our very first blog post was published on Jan. 7, 2012. Kara and I were working together in Kentucky and learning about proficiency together. We were motivated to be more effective language teachers. Not everyone around us wanted to...
by Megan Smith | Jan 20, 2021 | Chinese, French, Listening, Technology, Techy Stuff, Travel, What's New, World
Long time – no talk! Well, glad to share this little tech treat with you today. If you’re like most people, you probably missed a trip or two over the past year. If you’re like me, you really MISS traveling! So take a few minutes for a virtual...
by Megan Smith | Mar 13, 2020 | 1 Planning, 2 Authentic Resources, Distance Learning, Proficiency, Teacher Problems, What's New
The talk about Online or Distance Learning is buzzing through schools and communities around the world. If you’re anxious about the change OR already there and need suggestions, this post is for you! It takes a change of mindset, but there are some great perks... by Megan Smith | Feb 17, 2020 | Monday Motivation, Teacher Talk, What's New
All teachers are busy but it only takes a few seconds to say “good morning” and see how someone is doing. A little kindness goes a long way! What is your co-workers favorite pick-me-up drink? Iced Tea with lemon, Chai latte, McD’s Coke with extra...
by Megan Smith | Oct 23, 2019 | 1 Planning, What's New
Growing our students’ vocabulary is a big part of our work as language teachers. They need to know WORDS to be able to communicate and make meaning of a new language. But as you know, just because you teach it doesn’t mean they necessarily remember it. ...