Mike Anderson

This rock and roll legend was absolutely a porcupine when he was young. He was hyperactive and would dance on tables at home. He was teased for wearing leg braces and for being Jewish. Can you guess who this is? leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi… #huggingporcupines

Today's the big day! #HuggingPorcupines is officially released! Thanks to everyone @ISTE_ASCD that helped bring this project across the finish line!

How cute is this? This stuffed porcupine will be given away along with a copy of my new book #HuggingPorcupines at the @ISTE_ASCD conference June 28-July 1 in Orlando. Connect with me at one of my sessions (event.ascd.org/2026/program/s…) if you can.

It's been a while. Are you ready for the next Famous Porcupine post? Edward was a class clown in school and knew he was destined for stardom. He was right. leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi… #HuggingPorcupines

Just a few more days to go! Join me for this amazing online afternoon/evening PD event: nrhdynamic.com/a/2147830604/7…. You'll hear about my upcoming book, "HuggingPorcupines"!

Join me for the Thrive Conference (nrhdynamic.com/a/2147830604/7…) next Thursday, April 29! During this online event, you'll get a preview of my new book, #HuggingPorcupines and gain access to a whole bunch of resources to support kids who struggle with behavior in school.

Want to hear more about my new book, #HuggingPorcupines? Join me April 29th for a free online event! nrhdynamic.com/a/2147830604/7…

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ICYMI: My latest blog post tells the story of someone who was called "stupid and lazy" by his father, was neglected by his mother, and was beaten in school. He went on to be one of the greatest world leaders of the twentieth century. leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi… #huggingporcupines

Are you ready to learn about another famous porcupine? This one was called stupid by his father and was beaten with a birch rod in school for defying teachers. He went on to be one of the great world leaders of the twentieth century. #huggingporcupines leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi…

This article provides a nice reminder about why sarcasm (true sarcasm, not necessarily irony) is something teachers should avoid when working with students. #huggingporcupines npr.org/2026/04/08/nx-…

Dave holds the record for the number of crayons he can shove up his nose, yet he also said he hated being the class clown. Let's remember to keep #huggingporcupines. leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi…

Happy Friday morning! Here's another short blog post about a famous porcupine. This one threw steak knives at other kids on the playground in first grade and is now a Hollywood megastar! #huggingporcupines leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi…

My latest newsletter: important information about my new book! Hugging Porcupines - mailchi.mp/leadinggreatle…

This famous "porcupine" was teased as a child and expelled from school after throwing a book at another girl's head. She went on to revolutionize the cattle industry. Do you know who she is? leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi… #huggingporcupines

Check out my recent article in Legacy (The Worthy Educator) about why some kids avoid learning. It's an excerpt from my new book, Hugging Porcupines! theworthyeducator.com/_files/ugd/270…

I'm listening to Project Hail Mary (again!) in preparation for the movie being released next week. This line jumped out at me.

My new book #HuggingPorcupines is now available on Amazon! This would be the perfect summer read for schools looking to better support kids with challenging behaviors. amazon.com/Hugging-Porcup…

Great article. Willpower is overrated. Don't present kids with lots of temptations and then teach them how to resist them (like offering sugary cereals for breakfast in schools). Instead, remove temptations and teach kids how to avoid them. npr.org/2026/03/09/nx-…

Can you guess who this porcupine is? He was a wild child, skipping school and throwing rocks at police officers. With the guidance of one special adult, he went on to be a sports legend. #huggingporcupines leadinggreatlearning.com/famous-porcupi…