Monthly Archives: March 2025

Crustopher Takes a Break: Why I Love the Flexibility of Sourdough

This past week was a whirlwind. Between parent-teacher conferences, the heartbreaking loss of a family friend, dance competitions, hockey wind-ups, and just the everyday chaos of life, I had to make the tough call—Crustopher had to take a little nap … Continue reading

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Exploring Magic School AI: Enhancing Teaching with AI Tools

This week, I spent some time diving into Magic School AI, and I was lucky enough to have a colleague who is an avid user guide me through some of its features. While I’ve used AI in various ways before, … Continue reading

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From Sourdough to Storytelling: My Dive into iMovie and CapCut

This week, I decided it was finally time to dive into the world of video editing. As a Grade 7/8 teacher, I see my students using iMovie and CapCut constantly, especially our Grade 8s, who create The Thunderbird News, a … Continue reading

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Crunchy, Tangy, and Totally Addictive: My Sourdough Cracker Obsession

Sourdough crackers have quickly become a staple in my kitchen, and I now make them every week. They’ve become my go-to healthy snack, especially paired with some delicious hummus. Not only are they satisfying and packed with flavor, but they … Continue reading

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Unlocking Learning Potential: A Critical Review of CK-12 Open Educational Resource

I want to start by expressing my appreciation for assignments like this one—where I had the opportunity to explore resources that are genuinely beneficial. As an educator, I simply don’t have the time to dive into these resources on a … Continue reading

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Turning Trash to Treasure: Creative Baking with Sourdough Discard

This week, my kitchen has been a whirlwind of measuring cups, muffin tins, and flour dust. In an effort to keep my sourdough discard from going to waste, I doubled down on muffins — literally! I whipped up a double … Continue reading

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Too Good Not to Share

The Joy (and Challenge) of Sourdough Bagels This was too good not to share right away! I recently dove into the world of homemade sourdough bagels, and let me tell you—Pinterest has been my best friend for recipes. That’s where … Continue reading

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Crunchy, Tangy, and Totally Addictive: My First Batch of Sourdough Discard Crackers

This week, I took my sourdough journey to the next level by experimenting with my discard—and wow, what a game-changer! Instead of tossing the extra starter from my feedings, I put it to good use and made a batch of … Continue reading

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Remixing in Education: Innovation Through Borrowing and Adapting

Education has always been a space for remixing—teachers borrow, adapt, and merge ideas to create meaningful learning experiences. Whether modifying lesson plans, adjusting teaching strategies, or designing assessments, educators rely on existing materials as a foundation for innovation. Despite this, … Continue reading

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HE SURVIVED!

After two weeks away on vacation, I’m happy to report that Crustopher survived his fridge containment! Why Store an Established Starter in the Fridge? Once a sourdough starter is well-established, storing it in the refrigerator slows down fermentation, reducing the … Continue reading

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