A Day In the Life of a Teacher: Real Time

5:45 a.m. It’s far too early to wake up. It’s the time in the year where the sun gets sleepier and sleepier, not wanting to get up, either. 6:15 a.m. Coffee going. Lunch… Continue reading →

It’s Monday! What are you Reading? 4/13/15

What a great week of reading I’ve had. I mixed it up and read a classic, graphic novel, and picture book. Check out Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers to join the conversation.… Continue reading →

Celebration Saturday

  February always seems to be a quick whirlwind of a month and this year was no exception. While January seems to move like a snail in the mud, February came and went… Continue reading →

It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 2/9/15

  I have finished a bunch of books this week; I love that feeling! It’s Monday! What are you Reading? is a weekly blog meme. Teach Mentor Texts and Unleashing Readers hosts the kidlit… Continue reading →

Something to Celebrate

  It’s amazing how much can happen in one week. From work to social life to personal time, the week is an overwhelming thing. I love participating in Saturday’s Celebrations (join Ruth Ayres… Continue reading →

Ten Books I’d Love to Read with my Book Club

  Last week when I asked students if they’d like to start a book club, they were so excited. I put together a list, as quick as I could, of books that I… Continue reading →