The bill's inspiration came from a first-grade class that noticed Pennsylvania lacked a state reptile. The eastern box turtle is facing population decline due to habitat loss. A species of turtle ...

Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering designating the eastern box turtle as the state reptile. The bill's inspiration came from a first-grade class that noticed Pennsylvania lacked a state reptile.

Over the years, I’ve gained knowledge from my colleagues, instructional coaches, and administrators that I use to support middle school students through the writing process. Below are some ideas that ...