Tag: thinking

Monday Metaphor Musings #1: Web

Monday Metaphor Musings #1: Web

Posted on by Laura
What comes to mind when you think of the word web? I teach writing students how to brainstorm ideas on paper, using a webbing technique that some call clustering. Many teachers use this. The rules are simple: start with a word, phrase, or concept in the middle of the page,...Read More
Why was Einstein so brilliant?

Why was Einstein so brilliant?

Posted on by Laura
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Albert Einstein? The theory of relativity? The atomic bomb? An image of a wild-haired genius? How about fairy tales? Seriously. He was a huge fan. Here’s what he said . . . ************************** "If you want your children...Read More