Discover how simple makerspace activities can re-engage reluctant readers and transform your reading block. Learn practical ways to combine storytelling with building, creativity, and problem-solving.

Turn storytime into a STEM adventure! Discover creative ways to help kids connect with books through simple, hands-on challenges that build comprehension, empathy, and joy in reading.

Discover how hands-on makerspace projects can turn reluctant readers into engaged learners. Learn practical, low-cost ways to bring stories to life using STEM and creativity in your literacy instruction.

Ever wondered why your child resists reading time, despite your best efforts? The solution might be simpler than you think. Rather than completely overhauling your reading routine, small, thoughtful shifts can create breakthrough moments where resistance transforms into excitement.

What if your child's biggest reading obstacle isn't their skills, but their belief about themselves as readers?

Reading battles don't have to be your nightly reality. Behind every "I hate reading" declaration, focus struggle, or mechanical page-turning lies an opportunity for transformation.

Ever noticed how your child lights up for screen time but groans at the sight of a book? The secret lies in brain chemistry. When children feel emotionally connected to reading, their brains release dopamine—the exact same reward chemical triggered during screen time. The key isn't forcing books or demonizing screens; it's creating reading experiences that naturally produce those feel-good chemicals kids crave.

What if raising a reader didn't require battles, bribes, or boredom? What if the secret wasn't about forcing more reading minutes, but about transforming how your child feels about books?

What if the pages of a book could literally come to life in a child's hands?

That's the transformative power of combining makerspace activities with reading—a strategy that's changing how kids experience stories.

Did you know that movement can boost reading comprehension? I'll share three ways to let active kids move while reading—without losing focus. Whether it's reading yoga, scavenger hunts, or acting out stories, these ideas make reading active and engaging!

Reading doesn't have to be a battleground. After a long hiatus, I'm back with a critical message for parents and educators alike: we may be unknowingly turning kids away from books through three common mistakes.

'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some holiday cheer than with a good old-fashioned Christmas story?

Forget about stuffing yourself with mashed potatoes and green bean casserole for a moment because we're going on a literary feast.

Hi, I'm Trina Deboree from Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning and the podcast One Tired Teacher. I create engaging content for elementary teachers focusing on Science, reading comprehension, STEM, and Makerspace. My passion lies in giving teachers back a fraction of their time so they can put first things first. My ultimate goal is to offer creative content that helps teachers inspire students to learn, dream, think, and wonder.

I will help you move from drudgery teaching, where you feel like you are going against your core values and teacher soul, to an explosion of teaching, where you fulfill your purpose and your ultimate dream of teaching.

In the bustling realm of creators and innovators, a singular call echoes, enticing every curious mind to venture beyond the ordinary.

Unleash student creativity without breaking the bank! Learn how to start a meaningful makerspace on a budget and foster hands-on, collaborative learning.

Discover 3 quick and easy Thanksgiving-themed STEM activities for teachers to use in makerspace - perfect for a 40 minute class!

Discover the transformative power of makerspace in education. Dive into hands-on, collaborative learning that boosts creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork in the classroom.

Explore the importance of digital citizenship in today's tech-driven world. Learn why it's crucial for teachers to equip students with online etiquette and safety skills. Knowledge is power in the virtual realm!

Dive into the essentials of digital citizenship! Learn why it's crucial for students to navigate online communities responsibly, understand privacy, and promote positive virtual interactions.