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4 posts published by Jennie during August 2025| A Teacher's Reflections
4 posts published by Jennie during August 2025| A Teacher's Reflections
When school ends. most children enjoy school’s Summer Camp. Many teachers become Camp Counselors. I have summers off… which is hard for children. They miss me. Juliana popped over to my house unexpectedly. She missed me and wanted to see me. She had a note for me. Jennie, I miss you so very much. I … … Continue reading →| A Teacher's Reflections
Our grown children live far away. One is on the east coast and one is on the west coast. Between them we have five wonderful grandchildren. Whenever they visit, it is special. Here I am with the west coast gang. Ice cream was the highlight. Here in New England we have farms in beautiful rolling … … Continue reading →| A Teacher's Reflections
Dogs really do make the best books, because children love dogs. Well, most everyone loves dogs. When the dog in a book is more human than dog, the storyline is like a glistening taffy pull. Kathe…| A Teacher's Reflections
Hubby snapped this picture of me, completely engrossed in reading Amanda in Scotland The Standing Stones. Thank goodness for Amanda. This weekend I’m busy with an annual writer’s conference on line. I’m exhausted. There was an hour window of a … Continue reading →| A Teacher's Reflections
MacDowell For all the artists out there; writers, painters, musicians, sculptures, film makers and more – there is an artist retreat open for you. Really! It all began in 1907, founded by composer Edward MacDowell and his wife, pianist Marian … Continue reading →| A Teacher's Reflections
This cloud appeared late afternoon. It was one bright streak coming out of a gloomy gray cloud. What does that say? Nature always gives us messages in their art, telling us to look and to think. So I looked, and … Continue reading →| A Teacher's Reflections
Our neighbors came over for a swim after dinner. Things had started to cool down and the sun was behind the trees. Their children love us, and of course follow me everywhere. 6 and 4 year olds d…| A Teacher's Reflections
What do you do in a heat wave? Eat dinner in the pool, of course. And sing and dance to “Heat Wave.” Stay cool. Listen to your inner child. Always! Jennie| A Teacher's Reflections
History is an abstract concept for children, so if I can link something tangible – like me – to history, perhaps they can have an understanding. At the end of the school year we read non-fiction chapter books. Little House on … Continue reading →| A Teacher's Reflections
I’ve lost hubby to Dan and Willow’s new book, Poetic Justice. Isn’t that wonderful? Jennie| A Teacher's Reflections
Our Memory Garden at school is a raised bed of beauty; flowers, sculptures, American flags, and a collection of painted rocks, all to mark classroom pets and loved ones who have died over the years…| A Teacher's Reflections
5 posts published by Jennie during May 2025| A Teacher's Reflections
Sometimes play is not what I expected, yet turns into something wonderful. Last month was one of those days. When we went outside, class photos were being taken under the tree, so we couldn’…| A Teacher's Reflections
The plants and flowers are thriving, all but the little guy in the back, spreading his ‘wings’ and trying to grow. Winged Victory is growing a baby flower. Winged Victory is the end of …| A Teacher's Reflections
As always, a trip to the Eric Carle Museum is full of the unexpected, with moments that linger long after my visit. First, I met Penelope in the hallway. Penelope Rex is the character in Ryan Higg…| A Teacher's Reflections
