Category Archives: Quotes

Children and Art

Posted on March 11, 2019 by

Today we begin our month-long journey of creating masterpieces for our annual Art Show. “It took me a lifetime to learn to draw like a child.” -Picasso- “I would like to paint the way a bird sings.” -Monet- “Great things are done … Continue reading →

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Steve the Crossing Guard

Posted on March 10, 2019 by

There are teachers, and there are remarkable teachers.  Steve the Crossing Guard is one of the remarkable teachers, and he doesn’t teach in a classroom. He teaches on the street at a school crossing.  The children at his crossing will … Continue reading →

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The Wisdom of Mister Rogers – Part 3

Posted on March 8, 2019 by

In Part 2, I shared some of Mister Rogers’ words of wisdom from my treasured book, The World According to Mister Rogers.  Important Things to Remember.  I also included the words to one of Mister Rogers’ best songs, “It’s You I Like.” … Continue reading →

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Peace

Posted on March 5, 2019 by
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The Wisdom of Mister Rogers – Part 2

Posted on February 27, 2019 by

In Part 1, I talked about my good fortune to watch the TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with my children, to hear Fred Rogers speak at a national conference for teachers, and to see the documentary, “Won’t You Be My … Continue reading →

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Happy Presidents Day

Posted on February 18, 2019 by

Jennie  

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Happy Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2019 by

Happy Valentine’s Day. Love, Jennie

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