Dr. Ruth
Wilson


Dr. Ruth A. Wilson works as an educational consultant and curriculum writer. She has a doctorate in early childhood and elementary education and a master’s degree in special education. Dr. Wilson taught at the university level for over 14 years, including ten years at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. Professionally, her primary areas of interest are early childhood environmental education and peace education. Much of her work focuses on the holistic development of children, with an emphasis on connections between body, mind, and spirit.

Articles by Dr. Ruth

Lift-Ups Instead of Put-Downs

We know cliques are common in the middle grades, but don’t forget how prevalent they are in the elementary years. Here’s how one educator helped her young students understand that inclusion isn’t just “nice”—it’s fun, too!

Good Work in Education

Excellence, ethics and engagement—are you practicing the “three E’s” as a teacher?

Common Ground

Research tells us that children’s engagement with natural environments offers a host of benefits. Schools can capitalize on this knowledge.

Recognizing the Essential Self

Check out this educator’s suggestions for recognizing and honoring the uniqueness of each student.

Helping Girls Find Their Voices

Girls are more likely to have low self-esteem than boys, and what happens during classroom discussions can play a role, for better or worse.
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Learning for Justice in the South

When it comes to investing in racial justice in education, we believe that the South is the best place to start. If you’re an educator, parent or caregiver, or community member living and working in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana or Mississippi, we’ll mail you a free introductory package of our resources when you join our community and subscribe to our magazine.

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