Anybody can write an exciting story and make it interesting. The trick is to . . . write a quiet story and make it interesting. --- Hemingway
Gratitudes
Oops, this was suppose to post yesterday. I'm thankful for . . . Silly jokes that make giggles come alive Ordinary moments captured with words Photos documenting life The privileged work of education A full refrigerator Hugs Toasty fire crackling dry logs More white Christmas lights Two daughters and a son The ability to read A… Continue reading Gratitudes
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Say Hello + Giveaway: Bullying Series
The message in Say Hello, which is written by Jack and Michael Foreman, is so simple. The message to young readers is that you should reach out to a person, who looks lonely or excluded, and extend a welcome by saying hello. Everyone needs and is deserving of friends and this book reminds us of… Continue reading Say Hello + Giveaway: Bullying Series
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Twitter as PLN
I joined Twitter at the beginning of October. What began as an experiment in learning a new genre has become one of the best professional development experiences of my entire career. I've been envisioning a post about the professional development offered (free) on Twitter, when I came across "Making the Most of Twitter" by Franki… Continue reading Twitter as PLN
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Goal Giveaway Recipient
I'm pleased to announce that recipient of Goal, which is written by written by Mina Javaherbin and illustrated by A.G. Ford. The giveaway goes to Heather Brougham-Cook. Special thanks, again, to Candlewick Press for agreeing to giveaway a copy of Goal! If you missed the original post about Goal, and the ways you can use… Continue reading Goal Giveaway Recipient
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NCTE: A Very Brief Reflection
Hugged.Home.Unpacked.Can't wait to talk with Andy.But first, a very brief reflection of NCTE. I promise more will come. Still, in a word, this is what I'm taking away from NCTE 2010:JoyYes, joy. I am joyful for the privileged work I get to do each day. I'm joyful to write alongside students, allowing my love for weaving words… Continue reading NCTE: A Very Brief Reflection
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Don’t Fall Apart Now!
This-coming weeks marks the time of the year that I recall a few of my former students falling apart. Why? Thanksgiving, which marks the beginning of the holiday season, falls out in the last week of November. When I was in the classroom I quickly came to learn that any child who had a home… Continue reading Don’t Fall Apart Now!
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Ugly Fish + Giveaway: Bullying Series
We've all dealt with people who subscribe to the philosophy of "what's mine is mine and what's yours is mine." In fact, most of us have taught those children at least once (Let's be real, MANY TIMES!) in our teaching careers. Additionally, we've all worked with students who taunt others just to get a rise… Continue reading Ugly Fish + Giveaway: Bullying Series
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Our NCTE Presentation Is Tomorrrow.
Ruth and I will be presenting at at the NCTE Annual Convention tomorrow afternoon. Our presentation on reflective practice will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the Saybrook Room at the Disney Yacht and Beach Club. Since we'll be presenting in the early afternoon, feel free to bring lunch with you if you're attending. We always… Continue reading Our NCTE Presentation Is Tomorrrow.
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Slice of Life Story Challenge
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End of a Fantastic Day
It's been a long day at Literacy for All. We each attended great sessions (which I'm sure you'll find out more about in upcoming blog posts), presented two different sessions, and are now putting our finishing touches on our NCTE presentation. Don't we look ready to turn-in for the night?
