Life of a mom and Educator

Welcome to My Blog Hi everyone! My name is LaQuana Thornton , and I’m a first-grade teacher in Georgia . I created this blog as part of my coursework to document my learning journey through the Science of Reading lessons on Cox Campus. My goal is to reflect on what I’m learning each week and how it’s helping me grow as a teacher and as a mom. I’ve always wanted to start a blog or even a podcast, but I never had the time or confidence to do it. This course has given me the push I needed to step out of my comfort zone and finally start sharing my thoughts. Writing this blog helps me get past my shyness and reminds me that learning and growth happen when we take risks. Why I’m Starting This Blog I’m starting this blog because I want to create a space where I can share my learning experiences with others, especially other moms and educators who are juggling so much every day. Being a mom is beautiful, but it’s not easy. We often balance caring for our children, managing work, attending ...