Tonight, we are enjoying the last moments of summer. Tomorrow, a new school year begins. My daughter will be a first grader. I’ll be returning to teaching art and also … Continue reading The last moments of summer.
Tag: teaching
I may be out of words for the world.
A terrible thing to consider when you’re a writer. But there it is. For years now, I’ve taught Jewish teenagers about the history and hallmarks of Antisemitism, and what to … Continue reading I may be out of words for the world.
Shalom Aleichem.
Today, in the middle of the checkout line at Marshall’s, of all places, my daughter asked me how to say “I love you” in Hebrew. She’s currently in kindergarten at … Continue reading Shalom Aleichem.
How do I teach?
How do I teach? How do I teach my third graders that they’ll change the world, they’ll make it a better place, when inside I wonder if all that will … Continue reading How do I teach?
Positive spin.
I’m teaching a painting class at our local Jewish community high school program this fall, as I often do. It’s fun and encourages me to both be creative and stay … Continue reading Positive spin.
On changing the world.
Becoming an educator in order to change the world is a grand idea, but it’s a little impractical. In this pursuit, it is actually more effective to spark changes by … Continue reading On changing the world.
Keystone Colors.
I’ve got a theory, about colors. Now, Color Theory is absolutely a thing. It’s a legitimate study of colors and how they relate to each other, and how certain factors … Continue reading Keystone Colors.
Now what?
I did it! School is out for summer! Students were done on Wednesday, I had a day of professional development on Thursday and spent today clearing up my classrooms so … Continue reading Now what?
Someday. (Or, Ode to a Whistle.)
When I was student teaching in 2013, I was assigned to a challenging class of third graders, and learned quickly that trying to talk over them would only result in … Continue reading Someday. (Or, Ode to a Whistle.)
Profundity.
Ever hear the phrase, those who can’t do, teach? I’m chuckling to think of it because in this particular instance, I both do and teach. But I’m not sure if … Continue reading Profundity.
Journeys in the Dark 