
I Teach for Free Entertainment is a collection of conversations I’ve had with my junior high students over the years. The title comes from my standard response when asked why I teach. You seriously can’t pay for this kind of comedy, tragedy, and drama. Junior high students are so fun because there is literally no…

Don’t Leave Me Hangin’ is a collection of short stories in a variety of genres, but this will give you an example of the structure of the collection. It was designed for teachers to use on Free Write Fridays so students can read the story and decide how it ends. It’s also a great resource…
Today was our first day of school. And we survived. Only 179 to go. It was actually a great day, and though I know challenges will arise, it was fun. In honor of the commencement of school, the Don’t Leave Me Hangin! Ebook will be free until August 24. This short story collection was designed…
I am a teacher. What makes a great teacher is being a person who truly cares. One who makes his/her students feel safe and heard, one who maintains a fun but structured environment, and one who can meaningfully fill the time. Many people know a subject. That doesn’t mean you can or should teach. About…