Lions From Lambs

Rob Malone is an Irish-born American. He is a schoolteacher, speaker, philosopher, strategist and writer.

Category: Education

  • How to Reignite a Child’s Love of Learning and Curiosity

    Discover simple, powerful ways to help your child rediscover curiosity and reignite their love of learning — at home, on trips, and in everyday life.

  • The Power of Small Wins in the Classroom: How Progress Builds Confidence

    Discover why celebrating small wins helps students build confidence, resilience, and lasting motivation — at school and at home.

  • How to Help Kids Beat the Mid-Semester Slump and Stay Motivated in School

    Mid-semester burnout hits every school. Here’s how parents and teachers can help students stay focused, finish strong, and keep their momentum alive.

  • The Importance of Education: Don’t Be Fooled by the Gurus

    In today’s digital age, the rise of influencers and self-proclaimed gurus has brought about a concerning trend: the belittlement of traditional education for children. These influencers often claim that formal education is outdated, ineffective, and even detrimental to one’s financial success. They promote their coaching programs and alternative paths as shortcuts to success, conveniently profiting…

  • Elementary School: It’s Not Daycare

    Elementary school marks a significant milestone in a child’s educational journey. While it may seem like a step up from daycare or preschool, it is crucial for parents to recognize that the skills and knowledge acquired during these early years form the foundation upon which their child’s future academic performance will rest. The elementary school…

  • Reading is Essential for Success

    In a world driven by information, where communication and knowledge-sharing are key, the ability to read has become more crucial than ever. For children, learning to read opens a gateway to countless opportunities, shaping their academic, personal, and professional success. Reading is the cornerstone of academic achievement. It serves as the foundation for learning across…

  • The Importance of Active Parental Involvement in Elementary Education

    In today’s rapidly changing world, parental involvement in a child’s education plays a pivotal role in their overall development. Elementary education sets the foundation for a child’s academic journey, and parents must actively participate in this crucial phase. Research consistently highlights that parental involvement significantly contributes to a child’s academic success. When parents actively participate…

  • The Vital Need for Strong Male Educators in Elementary Schools

    The education system plays a crucial role in shaping the minds of young children, and the presence of diverse role models is essential for their holistic development. While the teaching profession – especially at the elementary level – has traditionally been dominated by women, the need for male educators in elementary schools is becoming increasingly…

  • On the Vital Need for Education

    Children must be given a clear, challenging, and non-biased education if they are to have any hope of success.  Education, like everything else in our country, has become infected with politics. Everywhere one turns, the chants can be heard screaming from the peanut gallery.  Whether it is arguments over what classifies as science to what…