notebooks · professional development

New Professional Notebook

I felt like a kid earlier this morning as I broke out the stickers and began decorating my new notebook. Even though it's for professional use, I think it's truly okay to jazz it up a little bit. Decorating my notebook gets me excited about using it... I guess it's the same way with kids… Continue reading New Professional Notebook

first day · professional development

First Day of School Jitters

Today is my first day of work. I found comfort in this post over at the Cincinnati Library's Blog, Turning the Page, since it discusses the book Mr. Ouchy's First Day of School. I've got to get my hands on this since I think it's important for kids to realize that teachers aren't the only… Continue reading First Day of School Jitters