Teaching Learning Leading K-12

Anita Newman talks with me about her children's book - Clark the Colorblind Chameleon. This is episode 476 of Teaching Learning Leading K12. Anita Newman has taught in Massachusetts and Rome, as a Kindergarten, First Grade, Bilingual and all-levels Vocal Music teacher.  As a teacher of young children she had the opportunity to closely observe students with special needs struggle to come to terms with physical and academic limitations. She understands learning disabilities and how they are overcome (not eradicated).  As a School Psychologist she has tested for disabilities, written educational plans and practical strategies for students’ help in learning.  Clark the Colorblind Chameleon is one of the stories she wrote for her students to help them better understand themselves and their classmates.  She has a Masters Degree in School Psychology and is a Labor Law Attorney using her skills as President/ Grievance Chair and Negotiator of local Teachers Unions in both Sutton and Bridgewater/Raynham Schools.  Sh