Amy Brotherman's (abrotherman) Blog

I was an active child. My oldest son and daughter were both pretty active (especially my son). But none of it compared to my youngest son, who is the most active person I know! He is the definition of perpetual movement.  These days folks will say, "Oh, he just an active boy. Boys are active! But...

What do you think about testing for kids in school? I mean specifically - state standardized testing. Do you see it as a necessary thing for teachers and schools to evaluate kids? I have three children, and each of them are different in every way. One is an advanced student and "gifted" according...