Reflections on teaching, parenting, and living
Thankfully more and more middle school and high school teachers are embracing independent choice reading in the classroom. Whether you were inspired by Penny Kittle, Donalyn Miller, Kylene Beers and Bob Probst, Kelly Gallagher, or your co-worker down the hall, you are going to have some obstacles to navigate in your quest to get students... Continue Reading →
Many of my family, friends, and co-workers are confused by my excitement to join the AP Literature Reading with teachers and college professors from across the country to read essays for 7 days straight. My family has affectionately labeled my time at the AP Reading as “Nerd Camp.” I first applied to the reading pool... Continue Reading →
In January of 2017, I made a commitment to actually keep up with my reading using Goodreads. The app makes it so easy to create a virtual bookshelf, update reading progress, rate books, and write reviews. I made a conservative goal to read 25 books this year and surpassed the goal with 43 books read.... Continue Reading →
One of my first assignments for my AP Literature students the past two years is to write about their lives through a journey of four books. I made a commitment in my teaching manifesto to write alongside my students, so I will attempt to narrow this list to choose four books that have been significant in... Continue Reading →
While I do occasionally get a twinge of motherly yearning that makes me long for the days when I could easily scoop them up in my arms, I am so thankful to see them growing, learning, and maturing. P.S. Patrick and Liam, I am so proud of you. Here's to many more milestones to come! Now go switch the laundry. Love, Mama
Learning Curve 