Four Years Later Do you still feel like the pandemic was a blackhole we fell into where time and space seemed to get lost? I feel like it’s easy to delineate before the pandemic, but still wonder when exactly we moved to “post pandemic?” At this time four years ago we had no idea howContinue reading “Thinking about the Pandemic”
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Building a Writerly Life
In February over President’s weekend I was able to experience a writing retreat hosted by Leaf and Pen. I’ve spent a lot of time over the last year thinking about building in time and practice for writing. After all, I started this blog over two years ago, often come up with ideas for content, andContinue reading “Building a Writerly Life”
Continuing the Journey
The last time I posted on this blog it was the spring of 2022. I didn’t realize it had been that long, but as we begin a new year we often take time to reflect on what has been. For me, this writing interruption was related to personal events that forced me to breathe, reflectContinue reading “Continuing the Journey”
The Importance of Diverse Texts
As our classrooms become more diverse, and the varied needs of our students increase, it is important for teachers to use literature to expose students to a variety of cultures and experiences. Unfortunately, as we watch the news, attend school board meetings, or receive feedback from parents, schools are experiencing a great deal of pushbackContinue reading “The Importance of Diverse Texts”
Starting with Identity
“Identity is a prison you can never escape, but the way to redeem your past is not to run from it, but to try to understand it, and use it as a foundation to grow.”-Jay Z Have you ever taken the time to think about your identity? Or thought about the words you would useContinue reading “Starting with Identity”
Teaching with Equity 