My colleague Kate keeps everything in binders. I originally didn't understand why since I have an elaborate filing system on my computer. I just find what I need and print it. And then I moved to Rhode Island. Where I drive a car. And pay for gas. And like the trees that surround me. That's… Continue reading Getting Organized
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Practicing Written Responses to Texts
My students will be taking the NECAP Reading Test this-coming week. I've been trying to prepare them for the written responses to reading they'll be doing. Therefore, I've tried to create some of my own materials. Here's one thing I did. First, we read Lenore Look's book Uncle Peter's Amazing Chinese Wedding. Second, we talked… Continue reading Practicing Written Responses to Texts
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Cybils Nominations Began Today!
Be sure to nominate your favorite new picture book for a Cybil. To nominate new books from other genres, click on this link. Quoting Jen Robinson's Post: "Nominations close November 21st. You can nominate one title per person in each of eight categories (click here to find the nomination posts). If you are nominating titles,… Continue reading Cybils Nominations Began Today!
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Cybils
I'm honored to be part of the Cybils Fiction Picture Book Judging Team. Thanks Anne and Kelly!
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Paying Tribute to Those Who Make the World Run (Including You!)
Last month I wrote a writer's notebook entry entitled "Noticing People." I urged everyone to thank the people who make the world go round on a daily basis. It seems I'm not the only person who wished to pay tribute to everyone from the construction worker to the nurse to the ice cream parlor scooper.… Continue reading Paying Tribute to Those Who Make the World Run (Including You!)
