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All Because of a Dragonfly… Talking Death With Children

Posted on August 20, 2016 by Jennie

Our Memory Garden at school is a raised bed of beauty; flowers, sculptures, American flags, and a collection of painted rocks, all to mark classroom pets and loved ones who have died over the years. The garden sits quietly as … Continue reading →

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What I learned from Children

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Jennie

Originally posted on thehappylife101:
I would define CHILDREN as the happiest creatures in the world. Oh, don’t you just envy their enthusiasm and high-spirits! In my pondering, I realize that there are really some great things that we can learn from them-…

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The Spirit Animal Award Nomination!

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Jennie

I am deeply honored to have received a second Spirit Animal Award Nomination.  A heartfelt and sincere thank you to Charles French at https://charlesfrenchonwordsreadingandwritingatwordpress.com I say this  with the utmost of gratitude and thanks.  The award speaks to the spirit, … Continue reading →

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The Thrill of Learning

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Jennie

It happens every time I open my Big Book Atlas, without fail.  Children can’t sit!  They are drawn to the big maps, swarming like bees to flowers. . Do you have any idea how many different things children want to … Continue reading →

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The Real Deal at a Museum

Posted on August 7, 2016 by Jennie

A trip to the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, MA is a wonder in itself. It never fails that I am ‘blown away’, as my anticipation or expectation is fulfilled, yet not at all in the … Continue reading →

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Girls Reading Books

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Jennie

Reading, captured through art. What could be more beautiful? Marcia Strykowski shows us.

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The Pen is Mighty

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Jennie

Writing is a powerful thing.  And, so is reading.  To my surprise and delight, this is what I received in the mail recently: Yes, it is a postcard from author Kate DiCamillo.  It is even signed, “Your Friend”.  I sent … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Question

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Jennie

“Jennie, tell me all the chapter books.” That was Jackson’s request, profound and unexpected.  This is his whole wide world of reading aloud.  And, this is the greatest question. Jackson and I were on the playground this morning.  He was hot … Continue reading →

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Quotations on Teaching

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Jennie

Originally posted on charles french words reading and writing:
  (https://commons.wikimedia.org) “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.”                                                                               Malala Yousafzai ? “There is an old saying that the course of civilization is a race…

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Really Understanding Children

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Jennie

Beverly came to camp a little late. She quickly joined all the campers as we were singing camp songs, hoping no one would notice her.  She wore her signature no-smile, crossed her arms, and plunked herself down beside me. She … Continue reading →

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