by Phillip and Hannah Hoose

“When I examine myself and my methods of thought, I come to the conclusion that the gift of fantasy has meant more to me than my talent for absorbing positive knowledge.” – Albert Einstein

Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger! Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for power equal to your tasks. – Phillips Brooks

Teach your children to express or target their anger toward the ground or in the air by throwing clouds in the air (cotton Balls in a Baggie) Train children in how to avoid becoming a target and teach them how to target their anger. You can make a target out of a carpet fragment. A… Read more »

I’ ve never really been the klutzy or absentminded type. Believe me, self-deprecation is among my finer qualities and I would readily fess up if this were the case. But typically I have a pretty good head on my shoulders. A couple of weeks ago, however, I had a string of days where I couldn’t… Read more »

Frequently I m asked to recommend other seminar leaders that are catalyst and motivational role models for teachers and staff. I would like to introduce you to Gene Bedley -Author- Teacher-Keynote Speaker-National Seminar leader-Educational Consultant-Character Education/ Responsibility Management. If you want your entire school centered around core ethical virtues and students making ethical decisions, Gene… Read more »

The vast majority of those who are famous are not great. The vast majority of those who are great are not famous. –

An Act of Respect I ve recommended over the years that teachers include an act of respect jar in their classroom filled with descriptions/pictures of various acts of respect. At the beginning of each week children are invited to draw one of the acts of respect from the jar and practice the respect act all… Read more »

Belmont Elementary School in Olney Older Kids Teaching Younger Ones About Dangers Of Bullying February 24, 2006 OLNEY, Md. — Students of all ages are picked on, teased, and harassed at school. This kind of bullying is often dismissed as child’s play. But health experts say it’s a dangerous problem. Now older students are reaching… Read more »

Below are the thirteen character traits Ben Franklin worked on to improve his chances for success. Character Traits Self-control – be determined and disciplined in your efforts. Silence – listen better in all discussions. Order – don t agonize organize. Pledge – promise to put your best effort into today s activities. Thrift – watch… Read more »