Gloria has been away every weekend. Her adventures have been numerous, and what she brings to children cannot be measured. I will post her journal excerpts after Thanksgiving. In the meantime, I have to share one of my favorite photos:
She went to a college football game and had her own seat at the stadium. The child who took her is in awe. The football player clearly ‘gets it’. Understanding Gloria is perhaps the greatest education.
Jennie
About Jennie
I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about.
I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
A Teacher's Reflections 
Brilliant! The look.on that child’s face is priceless!
It really is priceless! Thank you, Ritu! 💕
Thanks for sharing this idea. This child is staring at this guy.Anita
She really is! Glad you enjoyed this.
Thanks
You’re welcome.
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This picture is priceless!!
I think so, too!
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That’s a wonderful photo, Jennie. The look on the child’s face says he’ll remember this moment.
Thank you, Dan. It is one of the best.
Fabulous! The football guy really did understand the power of Gloria! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
Yes, he did! That was a sight to see. 🙂
So amazing
I know…❤️
Gloria touches all who have such open hearts – refreshing to see the juxtaposition of football guy and youngster!
She really does. The photo really is a juxtaposition, and a powerful one. Thank you, Laura.
That’s an AMAZING photo. I love it, Jennie. Thanks for the smile and Happy Thanksgiving.
I’m so glad you love it as much as I do! Thank you, Diana. Happy Thanksgiving.
Jennie this is brilliant I love the photo looking forward to Gloria’s adventures 💜💜
Thanks so much, Willow. I love that photo! Stay tuned for her adventures. 🙂
I am ready and waiting 😁
That picture is just priceless! Gloria is spreading a lot of good in this world.
I feel the same way about the photo. She really is spreading a lot of good in this world. Thank you, Liz.
You’re welcome, Jennie.
She does get about! Lovely photo Jennie.
She does! Thank you, FR.
Wow amazing and the picture is worth looking Jennie. The child too is amazed.
I felt the same way when I saw the photo. Thank you, Kamal.
You are always welcome dear Jennie 💓💓
She is quite the celebrity!
I always say she has a better social life than I do.
Ooooo! Such a smile on Gloria’s host.
Yes, indeed!
What a great photo, Jennie. Thanks for the smile.
Precious photo. Gloria needs some shoulder pads and a helmet. 😊
Thanks, Pete. I love the photo, and your comment.
What a wonderful adventure for all.
My goodness, it was! Another story: At pick-up this evening, the parent whose child had Gloria for the weekend told me they took Gloria to the Middle School’s play production. WELL, apparently parents and children in the audience saw Gloria, remembered, and rushed over to make a fuss. The parent said all he heard was shouts of “Gloria!” Isn’t that wonderful?
Wow! That must make your heart sing, Jennie.
Yes, it does! 💕
Roll over Elway!!
Yup!
That’s awesome!!
It is! 😀
So cute!
Thank you.
So amazing! Gloria is having a ball! 🙂 ❤
She is! Last weekend she went to the Middle School play performance (she had her own seat), and people in the audience saw and remembered her. The parent told me he kept hearing shouts of “Gloria” and never knew she had a history. Isn’t that wonderful?
You may have started a Gloria movement! Lol ❤
That would be something! 😀
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A fantastic picture, Jennie. Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving
Thank you, Robbie!
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Thank you.
I think we need more Glorias in this world! Great photo.
I think so, too. Thank you, Stevie.
Perfect picture
Thank you.
“Gridiron Gloria” brought a big smile to my face, Jennie. Then again, every time I see Gloria she elicits that reaction…just like with your students!
Thanks so much, Bruce! Best to you.
Absolutely love this, Jennie!
Thanks so much, Becky!