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Ever thought math was boring? Cindy Lawrence once felt the same—until she became the Executive Director of the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath), where math is anything but dull. In this episode, Cindy shares her journey from avoiding math to leading a museum that brings it to life through playful, interactive exhibits like PolyPaint and String Product. You’ll hear how MoMath is flipping the script on traditional math education, making it as exciting and creative as art or music.

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As December unfolds, many of us are holding on for dear life, navigating the complexities of a hectic year and the end-of-year buzz. If you're feeling that way too, you’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into a meaningful and creative way to approach celebrations in the classroom—without leaving anyone out.

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From fun exercises like drawing a penny to strategies that slow down fast-paced thinking, you’ll learn how to help students notice the details they often miss. Tune in for practical tips to boost attention, critical thinking, and engagement—just in time for the holiday season.

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More learning, less stress – sounds impossible, right? Discover how to reclaim your joy for teaching, connect deeply with your students, and eliminate stressors that drain your energy. Dave shares practical tips and relatable insights that will have you nodding along and saying, “That’s exactly what I need!” 

So if you’ve been craving a way to teach with less stress and more purpose, this conversation is for you.

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Guest Genein Letford takes us on a journey through the mind-body connection and how creativity is at the heart of it all. She shares her 16 Diamond Tools for creative thinking, the magic of intercultural creativity, and how music and leadership come together in her program, Lyrics and Leadership. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that just might change the way you see creativity in your life!

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What if poetry was more than words? In this episode, we explore poetry as a powerful connector across disciplines, weaving together art, history, and fresh perspectives to deepen student engagement and understanding. Join us to learn creative ways of making poetry an immersive, cross-disciplinary experience that resonates beyond the classroom.

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As winter settles in, many of us are feeling both the calm and the chaos that come with it. In the classroom, keeping students focused through the holiday buzz is no small feat. If you’re looking for some fresh ways to spark engagement, these 3 creative teaching frameworks are simple, effective tools to bring new energy to your lessons—especially when you need it most.

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Discover how integrating theater not only empowers students through collaboration and creativity but also fosters empathy, all while emphasizing the importance of process over product. This episode is sure to inspire educators and arts advocates alike to explore the transformative power of collaborative theater in the classroom!

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Susan is back and sharing more practical strategies to engage students, highlighting how to connect current events to classroom learning using the 'Headline Strategy' and the 'Step Inside' strategy to build empathy. Join Susan in creating more meaningful and relevant learning experiences for your students!

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Discover how a chance tour of a local school led us to create an 8-step system you can use to build your dream STEAM program.