Recent True Story
On a recent speaking trip to Mesa Arizona I met a head waiter at a upscale restaurant near our hotel.
During the course of our conversation he told me he was a teacher but had to hold two extra jobs to make ends meet. I couldn't believe it. ( I knew teachers were underpaid but TWO EXTRA JOBS?)
I asked him if this was common among teachers and he said yes it was especially among married teachers with a family.
I also asked if he had ever considered taking his teaching skills and entering the world of public speaking. His response was typical... " I never even considered it as an option."
Not many teachers have....UNTIL NOW!!!
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Thursday, October 27, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
New Teacher's Winter Dilemma
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Thursday, October 13, 2011
Need your help: Pass this on Please??
Hi fellow teachers. If you enjoy this blog and find it helpful and affirming could you please pass it on to other teachers. Thanks a lot. Mike
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Monday, October 10, 2011
A Cartoon Every Teacher Should Put on The Class Bulletin Board
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This cartoon can stimulate class discussion on the topic of LOVE of self and others as a power to change the world.
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Saturday, October 8, 2011
TwoTips On Interviewing Parents
1.Put your qualifications on display. Whether people like to admit it or not they are impressed by paper qualifications. When you enter a doctor’s office you see behind his/her desk all the degrees, diplomas and additional courses taken in various medical fields etc. When you see this you begin having more confidence in the expertise of the doctor. I think teachers should do the same. Behind your desk have copies of your degrees, teacher’s certificates, professional courses taken etc. mounted on the wall for all to see. ( Framed, good quality copies would be fine.)
2.Never sit behind your desk.. Move your chair out from behind the desk and place it close to and in front of the parent. This sends a strong message to the one being interviewed. It says, “ I am comfortable and confident in this situation. That’s just the message your want to send.
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2.Never sit behind your desk.. Move your chair out from behind the desk and place it close to and in front of the parent. This sends a strong message to the one being interviewed. It says, “ I am comfortable and confident in this situation. That’s just the message your want to send.
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Thursday, October 6, 2011
7 Surefire Tips On Teaching With Stories
Children have a hunger for stories. " Tell me a story Mommy." "Tell me a story Daddy." are words that come out of their mouths at least once a day.
Stories entertain, inform, explain and help us decide how we will relate to the world and its people.
It is a wise teacher who includes storytelling in their teaching tool kit.
Example of the power of story.
I once met a former student I hadn't seen since his senior year in High School. After we made the usual comments about how nice it was to see one another he looked at me and said, " Mr. Moore, do you remember telling us the story about Josephine?" I replied, " Yes I do. Don't tell me you remember that story after all these years." He then proceeded to tell me the entire story in detail. I couldn't believe it.
I'm sure he couldn't tell me anything about the academic content I covered in his senior year, but he recalled every detail of that story.
Here are 7 surefire tips on using stories to teach your students and have them love it.
1. Don't begin a story with " Once Upon a time . . . " unless you're dealing with very young children.
2. Become aware of stories with a message while you read , listen and view the media and life around you.
3. When you find a story you can use jot the story line down in few words.
4. Practice telling the story in your own words. Feel free to embellish the story to suit your situation.
5. When you tell the story let it speak to the listener. Resist the temptation to tell them what the story means.
6. You can ask a question related to the story when you're finished but don't try to condition their response. Just listen.
7. Keep your stories short and crisp. Don't get bogged down in detail.
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Stories entertain, inform, explain and help us decide how we will relate to the world and its people.
It is a wise teacher who includes storytelling in their teaching tool kit.
Example of the power of story.
I once met a former student I hadn't seen since his senior year in High School. After we made the usual comments about how nice it was to see one another he looked at me and said, " Mr. Moore, do you remember telling us the story about Josephine?" I replied, " Yes I do. Don't tell me you remember that story after all these years." He then proceeded to tell me the entire story in detail. I couldn't believe it.
I'm sure he couldn't tell me anything about the academic content I covered in his senior year, but he recalled every detail of that story.
Here are 7 surefire tips on using stories to teach your students and have them love it.
1. Don't begin a story with " Once Upon a time . . . " unless you're dealing with very young children.
2. Become aware of stories with a message while you read , listen and view the media and life around you.
3. When you find a story you can use jot the story line down in few words.
4. Practice telling the story in your own words. Feel free to embellish the story to suit your situation.
5. When you tell the story let it speak to the listener. Resist the temptation to tell them what the story means.
6. You can ask a question related to the story when you're finished but don't try to condition their response. Just listen.
7. Keep your stories short and crisp. Don't get bogged down in detail.
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Another Story for Teachers: The Merchant and the Angel
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly involved in bettering each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
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very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly involved in bettering each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
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Wednesday, October 5, 2011
You're a Teacher and Proud Of It
I was giving a presentation to a group of teachers
recently when a young teacher came up to me and told me that
whenever someone asked what she did for a living she was
reluctant to tell them. " There's just so much anti teacher feeling in society today."
I tried to convince her to take pride
in telling the world what her profession was and to never feel
embarrassed to shout from the rooftop. " I am a teacher!"
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recently when a young teacher came up to me and told me that
whenever someone asked what she did for a living she was
reluctant to tell them. " There's just so much anti teacher feeling in society today."
I tried to convince her to take pride
in telling the world what her profession was and to never feel
embarrassed to shout from the rooftop. " I am a teacher!"
Mike's Teacher Boosting Kit
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The Humor Deprived Principal
There are vast numbers of FANTASTIC principals out there in education land and for them we are so thankful. BUT... every so often we come across one that should definitely take an early retirement. They can do a ton of damage to the morale and well being of the staff. This is what they look like...
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Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Cartoon for Teachers: Pool in the Classroom??
Just a note to let you know that you can now get a copy of my Cartoon book for Teachers " You've Got to Laugh" . Click Here to check it out.
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This Seems to Be the Answer to A Lot of Things In Education
How to Bully-Proof Your Child
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Monday, October 3, 2011
Relaxation For Teachers
10 WAYS TO RELAX DURING YOUR BUSY DAY By Mike Moore
1. Take three deep breaths slowly. It really works to relax the body and mind.
2. Relax the tongue. Usually the tongue is held tightly against the teeth. Free it up in the mouth so it can just rest there without tension.
3. Take one minute vacations. In your mind visit places where you find peace and stillness. Picture yourself there soaking up the beauty and solitude.
4. Relax your facial muscles. When we are tense we frown and squint which adds to the tension. Tell your facial muscles to relax and they will. Try to maintain this relaxed face throughout the day.
5. Move slowly. When you find yourself rushing for no reason, SLOW DOWN.
6. Laugh more. Laughter cuts stress and promotes relaxation.
7. Listen to beautiful music. Mozart calms the restless spirit.
8. Watch and enjoy the sunset.
9. Visualize yourself as a balloon being inflated. As you breathe in, the balloon fills with your stress and tension. Then breathe out all the stress and tension leaving yourself limp and relaxed.
10. Enjoy the rhythm and beauty of nature for its lessons are patience and peace.
RELAX FOR EASY POWER.
REMEMBER THAT RECREATION ISN'T RELAXATION, IT'S DIVERSION.
** This tip sheet is taken from Mike's popular stress manual " Stretched to the Limit"
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1. Take three deep breaths slowly. It really works to relax the body and mind.
2. Relax the tongue. Usually the tongue is held tightly against the teeth. Free it up in the mouth so it can just rest there without tension.
3. Take one minute vacations. In your mind visit places where you find peace and stillness. Picture yourself there soaking up the beauty and solitude.
4. Relax your facial muscles. When we are tense we frown and squint which adds to the tension. Tell your facial muscles to relax and they will. Try to maintain this relaxed face throughout the day.
5. Move slowly. When you find yourself rushing for no reason, SLOW DOWN.
6. Laugh more. Laughter cuts stress and promotes relaxation.
7. Listen to beautiful music. Mozart calms the restless spirit.
8. Watch and enjoy the sunset.
9. Visualize yourself as a balloon being inflated. As you breathe in, the balloon fills with your stress and tension. Then breathe out all the stress and tension leaving yourself limp and relaxed.
10. Enjoy the rhythm and beauty of nature for its lessons are patience and peace.
RELAX FOR EASY POWER.
REMEMBER THAT RECREATION ISN'T RELAXATION, IT'S DIVERSION.
** This tip sheet is taken from Mike's popular stress manual " Stretched to the Limit"
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Sunday, October 2, 2011
Every Teacher Should Be a Great Storyteller Here's one for you.
A Random Act of Kindness
A second year university student had reluctantly taken a part
time job selling door to door to make ends meet. He didn't
like the job but the pay was good and he certainly needed the
money.
One afternoon while selling in a nice middle class
neighborhood he decided to forget his pride and ask the person
in the next house if they could spare a bite to eat.
When the door opened he quickly decided against it and just
asked for a glass of water.
The woman of the house smiled and disappeared into the kitchen
returning within seconds with a plate of freshly made
chocolate chip cookies and a glass of milk.
When the young man asked what he owed her for the wonderful
snack she said, " We don't charge for kindness in this house."
Years later this same woman became very ill and had to be
taken to the hospital for treatment. When the specialist
entered the Emergency room to examine her he recognized
her immediately. She was the milk and cookies lady from his
days as a salesman.
The treatment he prescribed was effective and within a couple
of days she was ready to return home. Her only worry now was
how she was going to pay the hospital bill.
Before leaving she went to the Billing office to find out the
damage and discuss payment options. When she got there she
was handed a note and told that the bill had been paid in full
with a glass of milk and a plate of cookies.
When she opened the note it read, " I don't charge for
kindness." It was signed A Hungry College Student from your
past.
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A second year university student had reluctantly taken a part
time job selling door to door to make ends meet. He didn't
like the job but the pay was good and he certainly needed the
money.
One afternoon while selling in a nice middle class
neighborhood he decided to forget his pride and ask the person
in the next house if they could spare a bite to eat.
When the door opened he quickly decided against it and just
asked for a glass of water.
The woman of the house smiled and disappeared into the kitchen
returning within seconds with a plate of freshly made
chocolate chip cookies and a glass of milk.
When the young man asked what he owed her for the wonderful
snack she said, " We don't charge for kindness in this house."
Years later this same woman became very ill and had to be
taken to the hospital for treatment. When the specialist
entered the Emergency room to examine her he recognized
her immediately. She was the milk and cookies lady from his
days as a salesman.
The treatment he prescribed was effective and within a couple
of days she was ready to return home. Her only worry now was
how she was going to pay the hospital bill.
Before leaving she went to the Billing office to find out the
damage and discuss payment options. When she got there she
was handed a note and told that the bill had been paid in full
with a glass of milk and a plate of cookies.
When she opened the note it read, " I don't charge for
kindness." It was signed A Hungry College Student from your
past.
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Cartoon based on a real letter received by a 6th grade teacher
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