Here is the cover of a book I wrote in second grade! I was so proud to have my work "published." I have kept this book all these years because it exemplifies to me the power of a teacher who encourages students by valuing their work. This is no great writing sample, but empowering me as a writer by binding my work has stuck with me and encouraged me to continue writing.
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That's so cool that your second grade teacher was such an inspiration - I read your "about me" bit too! Do they know?
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Magic Mistakes & Mayhem
Hi Serena,
DeleteThank you for your comment! I am so fortunate to have met up with my second grade teacher to show her how she impacted my life. Unfortunately, my grandparents passed away before I graduated with my teaching degree, but I would say they knew I would fulfill that dream because I never waivered from my decision to be a teacher. My grandparents' teacher items are some of my most treasured possessions! (Not that I can use the old chalkboard eraser in my classroom! Teaching has changed so much since their days.)
I read some of your old posts after commenting and saw that about your grandparents too- that's really awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks for letting me know my signature didn't work- I'd deleted an equals sign!
Hopefully this one does :)
x Serena x
Magic Mistakes & Mayhem
That signature worked!
DeleteI love the concept of encouraging students by valuing their work. Well said! I'm going to remember that one.
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OpenWideTheWorld
Simply offering the opportunity and place for students to share gives them validity. Kids also love to read each other's work!
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