Monthly Archives: October 2013

It’s OK To Cry

I had an experience in my dyad placement this week that had me really reflecting on experiences I had as a child as well as on my beliefs as an adult. One afternoon we were bringing the 1st graders in … Continue reading

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October in 1st Grade

It certainly feels like October in the 1st grade classroom where I am interning. I wanted to share some of the neat ideas I have seen this month.  My teacher creates a chart for every month of “key words” for … Continue reading

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Every Child Needs A Champion

We all have our reasons for deciding to become teachers. These reasons are as different and varied as we are as people.  Some have a love for education and/or certain subject areas. Others are inspired to change the education system … Continue reading

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Teaching is Like an Iceberg and an Onion

This week I heard a wonderful analogy for teaching that really resonated with me. “Teaching is like an iceberg and an onion.” I was sitting in a staff meeting at one of the schools where I am student teaching. Everyone … Continue reading

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