Back to School
27 Jul 2008
This summer I decided to go back to school. I was a little unsure about using my summer to do this, but my kids were great about it. They have help out so much, I wouldn’t be able to have done it without their help. Esteban is the one that encourage me to go back to school, and would give me pep talks on those days I felt it was to much. Karina was the one I would bounce ideas off on. She has read so may books we would have book talks and discuss our different perspectives on some books. Elias was my reading partner. I was required to read all the caldecott award books and Elias was my reading partner. He enjoyed most, but there were a few that were too long for his attention span. The 2008 award book is 525 pages long, too long for him.
I took a children’s literature class, it had lots and lots of reading but it was very refreshing. I read a lot of award winning book that I hadn’t read and realizes I had missed out on many good books. This class made me realize how important it is to read and read and keep reading. There are so many wonderful books to engage all readers. I can’t wait to share some of these books with my 2008-2009 class.
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2008 Jul 30
I’m so excited for you, and I’m glad you’re enjoying the classes. It’s great that your kids are supporting you. Karina would be a great one to give you ideas, and it sounds like Estevan is keeping you going. Did Elias enjoy the Caldecott books? I bet he loved mama’s attention! Would you be willing to share some of those books with your fellow colleagues (especially your mentee)? I would look forward to it!
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2008 Aug 11
I think it’s great that your family is sharing in your back-to-school experience. I’m sure they’re getting a powerful lesson in the fact that learning in life-long and never stops. I’d also like to hear more about the books you read. I haven’t felt motivated to read much children’s literature lately.
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2008 Sep 29
i also like to read books that is why i read 4 hours a day :}
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