Education
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Get a tour of Why Edify and discover tools, resources, and community to help you thrive as an educator—happier, healthier, and stronger.
Teaching Tip
3 Powerful Ways to Use AI to Hook Students and Boost Classroom Engagement
Discover how to use AI to instantly capture student attention with personalized prompts, vivid visuals, and interactive roleplays. These 3 simple strategies will transform your lesson openings and drive deeper learning.
Weekly Report
Let It Be
This week, I want to offer something simple: permission to let it settle. No planning yet. No pressure. Just time and space to come back to yourself.
Coaching
Purpose, Practice, and Presence: What I’m Learning About Coaching and Teaching
This is learning in public — and you're invited along for the journey.
Education
"It’s So Boring” Is a Red Flag: Helping Gen Z Parents Reignite Storytime
Gen Z parents often see reading as a chore—experts warn this harms kids' literacy. Here’s how teachers can support families with practical, joyful strategies.
Why Edify Podcast
New Podcast: Flip-Flops and Sunshine: A Summer Reset for Educators
In this episode, Flip-Flops and Sunshine, I explore the power of small shifts—what I call “flip-flop moments”—that can spark joy, reflection, and renewal.
Why Edify Wisdom
Shanna Martin Shares Earned Wisdom: Technology Integration, Classroom Management, and Podcasting
Every person has a story that teaches valuable lessons. Here is the Earned Wisdom of Shanna Martin from the Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast.
Education
Why a Little Summer Prep Can Go a Long Way for Teachers
Summer is for rest, but a small investment now can make next school year smoother. Discover how and why teachers prepare during break.
Teaching
You'll Never Be Here Again
Discover the power of presence in teaching and life. This short reflection reminds educators to embrace each unique moment—because you'll never be here again.
Thrive This Summer
Thrive This Summer: A Well-Being Series for Educators (Entire Series)
Explore Thrive This Summer—an 8-week well-being series for educators with weekly articles, tools, and reflections to help you rest, reset, and return stronger.
Thrive This Summer
Week 2: Declutter the Mind
Even in summer, teachers carry invisible mental clutter—worries about students, pressure to be productive, looping thoughts that just won’t let go.
Teaching
Why Rest Isn’t Lazy—It’s Essential for Strong Teachers
Hey Strong Teachers! Summer’s here—or maybe it feels slower at school—and if you’re hearing that nagging voice urging you to “be productive,” chances are you’re exhausted more than lazy.