Right now I am blogging, playing with kittens, and watching the Dodger Game. I went to an intriguing training on improving reading and writing skills for students today. It really made me think about some of my instructional techniques and how they could be improved. Only 1/3 of all students entering high school are proficient in reading! Some states use 4th grade test scores to estimate how many prisons they will need! Comprehending college texts is the number one predictor of college success as well!
We need to transform they way we teach reading in schools. Teachers are overcoming the achievement gap, poverty, and all the other things that get in the way of student learning using certain techniques. We now have “effective score” for instructional techniques that predict with a fair amount of accuracy what is a “high impact” or “low impact” activity, which was news to me. Our presenter, LeAnn Nicholson wrote the book, The Literacy Triangle. It is packed with information, reusable printable worksheets, all of it very evidence based! If you are a teacher frustrated with outdated reading and writing strategies, I highly recommend it!
I have another day of training tomorrow and then back to my classroom. I was kind of bummed today to have to go to a training and miss my classes today, but at least it was a really good one. I hope you all are having a great evening doing whatever you are doing (or morning). Thanks for checking out Bunchiesblog! Likes, follows, shares are always appreciated!
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Renaissance Art Never Ceases to Amaze Me
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A House Divided Against Itself Can Not Stand
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Post-Pandemic Learning Tops the Charts For Me Right Now
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Thankful
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How To Create Lifelong Learners Right Now
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How to Embrace Life-Long Learning Right Away
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Unconditional Love: The Extraordinary Bond Between Pets and Their Owners
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Screen Time Can Be Tough To Manage
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Monty Python Day Should Be A Global Holiday
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The Endless Search for Meaning
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The Past Haunts Us All to One Degree or Another
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The Importance of Quality After-School Programs for Students of All Ages
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Ancient Astronaut Theory Fascinates Me Right Now
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The Importance of Quality After-School Programs for Students of All Ages
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Protecting Small Pieces of Our Most Pure Selves
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Three Wishes, One Lamp: Unveiling the Magic Genie’s Powers
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Panda… the Dog Who Stole My Heart
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A Historian Finds New Interest in Technology
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We Didn’t Start the Fire…..
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Should I Try Helicopter Snowboarding?
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Don’t be Like Ken and Karen!
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Surfing Would be an Awesome Sport to Try
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Living a Good Life With Good Values (Version 2)
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To Master One’s Self in the Here and Now is a True Accomplishment
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Thanks for the love fellow bloggers!
I reached this milestone today! Thank you for all the support and encouragement!
The Diplomatic Mission of the Soldier
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If I Could Just Hit My Driver Straight!
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The Importance of Prioritization in Achieving Your Goals
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Going Back to Reality Tomorrow
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Unlocking Success: How to Cultivate a Resilient Growth Mindset
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A Random Sock Makes Impressive Showing in Local Caucus
Randomsock for pres 2024
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Three Timeless Voices of Equity in American History
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Unlock the Secrets of the Past: Why Studying History is the Ultimate Life Journey
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An Ode to Music
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Time With the Family is Always Best
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Has Anyone Else Failed at Cooking Top Ramen?
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Running and Walking, an Essential Component to Personal Fitness
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Don’t Just Follow the Leader…Be the Complete Obvious Leader!
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Local Cat finds it Exhilarating to Catch First Mouse
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Greatness on the Field Complemented by Greatness off the Field
Greatness on the Field Complemented by Greatness off the Field usually complement each other….
Photograph of the Day Challenge
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My Top Five Ways to Relax
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For the Love of God, Can we get rid of T*&^p as a Common Word!
For the Love of God, Can we get rid of Trump as a Common Word!
Navigating Workplace Challenges: My Experience in a School District
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Wordless Wednesday
Wordless Wednesday – Kern River, California 9/3
The Nostradamus Cat
My cat typed this message on my computer. What does it mean?
Unlock the Secrets of the Past: Why Studying History is the Ultimate Life Journey
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Life or Death, a Short Poem
What comes to mind when you think about impartiality?
Savoring Life’s Sweet Moments: 5 Things That Never Fail to Make Me Smile
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Jimmy Buffett Goes to the “Margaritaville” in the Sky
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Feeling Pretty Pumped
โThose days when you get up early, you work hard, even though you donโt feel like it, that is actually the dreamโ Kobe Bryant
Plant Based Diet
I highly recommend trying a plant based diet.
Sunset Reminds me of the Mysteries and Beauty of Life
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How to Build the Ideal City of the Future Now
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My Motherโs Desire For Me To Have A Normal Life
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Mindset is Everything, Motivation Comes and Goes!
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How To Plan For Emergency Preparedness Or Just Have A Lot of Fun Thinking About It
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Do You Know What I Mean?
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Finding PeaceโฆDiscipline Equals Freedom
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Stock Market Trends For Investing….By ChatGpT Acting As A Humorous Leonardo Dicaprio
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Fearless Independent Journalists: The Unsung Heroes of Democracy
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A History of the Famous Perseid Meteor Shower and 6 Tips For Watching This Event Tonight!
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Helping to Leave It Better Than We Found It…The Goal Of This Blog
Picture from the Venus Project – an ideal sustainable future
Life In An Alternate Universe……A New Beginning
Describing an alternate universe
Party Of Eight You Say?
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Local Man Handily Defeated By Local Pit Bull in Tug of War Match
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How In The Heck Is This Newsworthy?
Someone stole a roll of Tun foil and it was in the newspaper? I have questions.
Will I Ever Graduate?
Another year and I know I will stay in high school…. ๐
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2023’s Most Amazingly Easy TikTok Trends Revealed: Watch Your Followers Multiply Right Now!
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Five Habits That Bring Me Joy
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How Does One Perfect This Art of Blogging?
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Leadership and Management Are Not Always the Same: How to Use Positive Reinforcement to Improve Management
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Average Saturday Night in America
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Turning the Page on Your Child’s Childhood… A Bittersweet Day
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Please Allow Me To Introduce Myself
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Can We Bring Back Dinosaurs… Should We Bring Back Dinosaurs?
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Flight of Fancy: Jetting Off to My Beloved Dual Destinations
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My Three Keys for Mental and Physical Well Being
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Hoping to Cross One Off the Bucket Listโฆ.Dreams of an Endless Winter
I am hoping to do an โEndless Winterโ next year by skiing both North and South America.
Confronting Capitalism: How the World Works and How to Change it
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Best Music at Work…..Keeping Your Mind Focused and Spirit Happy
The short answer: lots of different types of music! See the long answer below!
I Want to Retire as a Successful Blogger, of Course!
Retiring as a teacher and successful blogger would be ideal!
My Top Five Favorite Games Now and Why I Love Them
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Why Homemade Pizza is Better than Pizza Parlor Pizza
Why Homemade Pizza is Better than Pizza Parlor Pizza – The short answer, because it is a social experience when shared with family!
Dogs and Cats……Who is Better as a Pet?
Dogs and Cats Who is Better? The debate rages on, pitting family members against one another at times, but who is really the better pet?
Five Activities That Make You Lose Track of Time
Mr. Bunch fishing at Pyramid Lake (2023)
Five Activities That Make You Lose Track of Time
Mr. Bunch fishing at Pyramid Lake (2023)
Bearded Dragon Attacks Local Author in Apparent Case of Mistaken Identity
Bearded Dragon Attacks Owner. Prelim art Reports say it was a Case of Mistaken Identity.
Ignorance, People Who do not Tip, and Entitled People….my Top Three Things that Bother Me
I think ignorance in today’s information based society bothers me more than anything.
Kayaking in Island Park Idaho on the Snake River Headwaters….Weekly Photo Challenge (2023)
Amazing photo I took on the Snake River in June this year. Perfect weather, crystal clear water, flyfishing on a kayak in a new place.
List of Top Ten Things that are Essential to Modern Life in the United States Right Now (2023)
What is truly essential to modern life in the United States? This is a question I ask my Economics class each year. What is the difference between a want and a need? How do we differentiate between them?
Balancing the Need for Adventure and the Need for Security
I am currently seeking a bit of both. I have a lot of time off due to being a teacher and it gives me a lot of time to adventure, but the flip side of the coin is that it takes money to adventure.
How to Run Safely when it is Really Hot Outside….A Guide for You and Your Dog
As a lifelong athlete as well as coach, I have had many days where I have had to practice or play on exceptionally hot days. Some days it feels like the sun will melt you in your uniform or training gear like a runny egg into your shoes. On these days, it is critical to…
Bloggers Unite: #Let’sWinTogether! How to Give Feedback and Build Relationships Online
#Let’sWinTogether is all about increasing engagement on the WordPress platform. Take the challenge, comment on ten posts from any category, post your name in the comments section and I will follow you.
Re-Blog – A Unique Post From, “The Rabbit Hole of Corruption”….Dinner Party with Tom McDonald and Donald Trump
From original author: Today, weโre discussing a hypothetical dinner party where we invite two controversial figures: Tom MacDonald and Donald Trump. Strap in, as we delve into the reasons behind this intriguing guest list.
Dinner with the Sultan of Swatโฆ.The Greatest Baseball Player of all Time
If I could host a dinner for anyone throughout history it would probably be Babe Ruth. Ruth by all accounts was a “life of the party” type of guy. He enjoyed having a good time and was not shy about it.
The Blessings of Aging Gracefully….or Maybe Not so Much?
A hopefully humorous take on aging.
How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Quality Sleep Right Now
Falling asleep can be very hard in today’s tech driven society. Here are some tips and resources to help you get better sleep
How to Analyze if Your Basic Needs are Being Met
Comfort to me is having my basic needs met. When this is the case, it is easier for me to pursue my goals and find contentment.
Future By Design: A Truly Revolutionary Way Of Looking At The World
Humanity needs a better way to develop alongside the natural environment, this may be that way.
The Future: A Scary but Liberating Thought for a Middle Aged Man
Thinking about the future excites and scares me as a middle-aged man.
Preserving Harmony in our Relationships is Important…but at what Cost?
I try to follow the old saying, “It takes two to argue” when it comes to conflict.
What I Would let go of for Harmony
I try to follow the old saying, “It takes two to argue” when it comes to conflict.
Cell Pic Sunday
Cell Pic Sunday – post a recent pic and tell a story!
Five Best Albums of All-Time….Prove me Wrong (Version 2)!
My Top 5 Albums of all time. What are yours?
How about my Top Five Albums?
My Top 5 Albums of all time. What are yours?
Coming of Age and Travel Experiences of my Youth
Reminiscing on a life changing trip I was blessed to take when I was 18 years old.
The Pros and Cons of Being a Generalist
The Pros and Cons of Being a Generalist
Romance and My Love Languages with a Little Commentary on my Leanings Toward Romanticism in General
Lightning in the Grand Canyon
Local Bearded Dragon Unhappy With Season Three of โAloneโ
Local bearded dragon Sandy Koufax interviewed about Alone Season 3
Surgery, One Out of Five Stars
A short article chronicling my experiences with surgery.
Vacation Mr. Bunch vs. On That Grind Mr. Bunch
My daily habits shift between vacation mode and grind mode
Passion for Feeling Alive….Getting Stronger with Age
One of the nice things about getting older is I am less afraid to take risks.
Local Cats Waiting for Bronze Hummingbirds to Come to Life
Local Cats Confused by Bronze Hummingbirds on Wall.
3 Tips for a Sustainable Lifestyle
If we could all do these things, it would make a big difference!
Anyone up for a debate?
This is both an informative post about the current Tik-Tok ban and a invitation to a “Civil Discussion” or debate. Feel free to comment, question, just keep it respectful!
Mormon Crickets Invade Nevada Town
Article chronicling the historic invasion of Mormon Crickets in Elko, Nevada this year.
Spirituality: Unlocking the Secrets Within
Spirituality is a great mystery to me. I think we all have some small pieces of the puzzle, but very rarely does anyone have the entire thing.
Self-Care Comes in Many Forms
I spent some time reflecting on what the keys are to self-care for me. It is a constant struggle, but this is what generally works for me.
Spirituality Plays a Large Role in my Life
I have had a strange but meaningful spiritual journey.
Out of Control Golfers
Allegedly, last weekend there were two serious accidents at Tierra Rejada golf course and two DUI’s given out.
Dave Grohl Trolling Westboro Baptist Church
Picture of the Foo Fighters trolling Westboro Baptist Church protestors while singing the Bee Gees, “You Should be Dancin’”.
Pizza…is there anything it can’t fix?
This post is a short description of why eating pizza transports me instantly back to my childhood.
Top Three American Historical Figures: Malcolm X, Thomas Paine, and Harriet Tubman
Article describing the author’s three favorite American History figures. Includes links to famous quotes and other site biographies.
Is all of Them a Valid Answer?
A short list of countries I would want to visit and some recommended traveling sites. Thank you for considering a like, subscribe or submitting thoughtful comments!
The Importance of Self Love – An Attainable Goal
Self Love is vital to being able to connect with others. I decided to make a article with a few resources including the new Spider-Man song titled, “self-love” linked in. Listen to the song as you read! Thanks for considering throwing a like, comment or subscribe my way!
Five Secret Places to Retire for a Simple Quiet Life
I compiled a list of my top five places that I would consider retiring. Feel free to comment, share, and discuss! What is more fun than talking about travel?
I Would Have to Say Cookies!
Cookies are the best. Homemade oatmeal raising are more personal favorite, especially when made for me by my loving girlfriend. There are so many different kinds of cookies, different shapes, colors, cookies that look like people, places, things and don’t get me started on frosted cookies! My mom makes homemade sugar cookies and decorates them…
Gratitude
Living life with gratitude is most important to truly enjoying it. This can never be taken away.
Unraveling the Conflict: A Comprehensive Overview of the War in Ukraine
These separatists declared independence from Ukraine and sought to join Russia. The Ukrainian government responded by launching a military operation to regain control over the separatist-held territories.
California’s Earthquake Preparedness: Safeguarding Lives in the Shaky State
California, often dubbed the “Shaky State,” is no stranger to seismic activity. Nestled along the volatile Pacific Ring of Fire, this geologically diverse region experiences frequent earthquakes of varying magnitudes
The Trump Presidency: A Case Study in Controversy and Divisiveness
The Trump presidency was characterized by controversy, divisiveness, and a departure from established norms.
The Ideal Form of Government
The search for the best form of government remains an ongoing and dynamic quest. No single system can guarantee perfection, as societal needs, cultural contexts, and historical circumstances vary. Nevertheless, by combining the strengths and mitigating the weaknesses of different models, we can strive to create an optimal form of governance that promotes individual liberties,…
Screencastify is a Total Gamechanger
Happy Monday! I am inspired today to write about a chrome extension I used today to make a video for my classes distance learning. I have been slowly but surely working my way up the technological ladder of distance learning education apps and on the recommendation of our professional development coach at my school, tried…
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