Archive for February 2012
Ask and You Shall Receive
From the desk of Michelle… Today I am sitting in my favorite bakery eating cake, sipping coffee, and watching my daughter across from me filling cups with water to see which weighs more. After a few minutes she jumps up from her make shift science lab to read a book that’s nearby. Occasionally she will…
Read MoreQuestioning Questioning Part 2
From the desk of Amanda… Last week we talked about taking the first step in having students ask questions. The goal with step one is just to practice asking questions so students can strengthen their inner voices—the simple act of being conscious and intentional about asking questions helps achieve that. But we can’t stop there. …
Read MoreA Blessing or a Curse?
From the desk of April…. To be both a mother and an educator… is it a blessing or a curse? Will I ever know the answer? I am blessed that I learned how to promote the love of literature to my children from Dr. Baker at Salem College. I know how valuable it is to…
Read MoreA Question about Questioning
From the desk of Amanda… I’m a rule follower. This is a good thing if you’re riding in a car with me, but sometimes following the rules can be a bad thing. Let me explain what I mean. When I was still teaching, I followed the rules. Whatever my principal said to do, I did—even…
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Read MoreA Baby Only Wears a Sweater When . . .
From the desk of Karen…This true story is one I live by and I offer it to you for reflection. A darling little boy was born into this world. His mother was thrilled. There were problems, of course. In the first 10 days, the baby would not stop crying. Despite all her efforts, the baby…
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