still counting

20Dec08

FIVE DAYS!!! Every time I look at the calendar I feel surprised all over again. With everyone around me seemingly oblivious to the upcoming holiday, I never remember how close it actually is. I asked my students how they celebrate Christmas. They said they don’t. So on Friday I taught my students the following: Where […]

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holiday cheer

18Dec08

In the name of holiday cheer, I’ve recently abandoned all serious lesson plans in favor of teaching all things Christmas. My first graders (seventh graders, in American terms) are learning popular Christmas carols. My second graders (eighth graders) are making holiday cards and decorations. And my third graders (ninth graders) are watching Christmas flicks. While all […]

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