Sunday, July 10, 2011

The Good Samaritan

I believe that there is goodness in everyone (with the exception of Casey Anthony) and in my teaching career, I have had the pleasure of meeting many good people.  Kindness shown towards me is one thing, but when it is directed at my kids it's worth double points!  A special thanks to Kathy for donating 50 titles to my Summer Reading Club!  You rock!

So many others  have donated books to my classroom in the past and I am forever grateful to each and every one of them!  A book is a powerful thing in a child's hands - it can be an adventure, provide new insight into issues that matter to the child, and most importantly, a book can help a child understand the world around them.  That said, I love the look on a child's face when they have found that special story that resonates with them and becomes a part of who they are.  

I remember the first time a book changed me - 7th grade  - Are You There God, It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume.  Do you remember your book?

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