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Month: December 2019

2020

One Word 2020: Voice

December 31, 2019 kngiordano4 Comments

Our voices are powerful things. Whether we express them verbally in person, through our words in writing, or any other mode of communication, they hold weight. They can be used to spread joy and positivity or to breed a negative message. In either case, they have great power. I was reminded recently of a TED… Continue reading One Word 2020: Voice

2019

Reflecting on #OneWord2019

December 27, 2019 kngiordano1 Comment

In 2019, my One Word was intentional. I set out the new year with a focus on being more intentional in my teaching practice, about my mental health, and generally in my life. I wanted to be more present in the moment and focus on eating healthier. I also wanted to grow professionally, continue writing… Continue reading Reflecting on #OneWord2019

2019 · Slice of Life

Finding my people

December 17, 2019December 19, 2019 kngiordano8 Comments

I’ve been struggling lately. For about a year, I’ve felt a little confused, a little stagnant, and a little lost. I’m a goal-oriented person, and having achieved a few over the last year, I didn’t have a new one in mind. It was frightening. I’d been sitting in that place with no direction for awhile.… Continue reading Finding my people

2019

The Power of Fantasy Novels

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019 kngiordanoLeave a comment

The shifts being made in literature, specifically young adult literature, in the past few years have been fantastic. While there are still huge gaps and underrepresentation, the direction it is headed is hopeful. The fantasy and dystopian genres, in particular, are doing an incredible job of shedding new light on current happenings in our world.… Continue reading The Power of Fantasy Novels

2019

Teachers: Twitter Can Change Your Life

December 6, 2019December 6, 2019 kngiordano2 Comments

At a conference today, Rae Hughart talked about the power of social media. It’s not the first time I’ve heard this message, and I know it won’t be the last. Educator use of social media is a popular topic right now, and it tends to be pretty polarizing. Teachers are either completely on board, usually… Continue reading Teachers: Twitter Can Change Your Life

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