I could write about my problem with Rotney's family this week but, happily, it was resolved amicably, and I've already been there many times.
I could write about my students who collectively think I own a pencil factory, but there's no point in going there because complaining about it won't solve the problem. (Buying a pencil factory will.)
Oh, I know! I'll recommend my three favorite educator blogs--the ones that make me laugh, the ones that fill me with admiration, the ones that make me think! Here goes:
Look At My Happy Rainbow written by kindergarten teacher, Matthew Halpern, both makes me laugh and fills me with admiration. His posts are insightful observations about his students. Mr. Halpern seems to be everything that all teachers try to be--caring, compassionate, and totally on top of what he's doing. And what's not to like about reading about kindergartners?
Michael Smith's Principal Page: The Blog is another favorite. I envy his "voice" and writing style. Previous topics include the declaration that any educator who can't microwave popcorn without burning it and stinking up the school is incompetent and therefore should be fired. I tend to agree with that! His light and funny style is very readable. He's actually a superintendent now (perhaps even still a principal) in a small school district in Illinois (or maybe Indiana--I always confuse them).
Confessions of an Untenured Teacher by Sarah, who teaches language to students with hearing loss, is another good read. It has short-but-sweet observations about school and life.
Okay, fatigue has hit. (That reminds me--I need to write "fatigue" on the board and see if my students can pronounce it. Fun for me and educational for them! Yes, we'll also discuss meaning. Sheesh.)
Have a great rest-of-the week. We're supposed to have a significant snowfall on Friday! The last time that was predicted, we got a half-inch. . .
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