I teach an inquisitive, motivated group of advanced fourth graders who learn by questioning and creating. They are a joyful group, eager to discover new things each day. Together, we create a community filled with choice and empowered learners.
Design and innovation are integrated into all we do, and my goal is to provide exciting and engaging, hands-on experiences so that learning comes to life.
Ours is a collaborative classroom where students work together to make sense of the world around them. Through exploration and problem solving, students are better able to understand and make a difference in the world they live in. Learning in our class is an adventure!
My Project
Tae Keller's Newbery award winning book is a beautiful story of family and the ties that bind us. It is a magical book that brings kids and grandparents together.
In the novel, When You Trap a Tiger, the main character, Lily, learns "that with stories we can share our past and shape our future." Keller's writing brings Korean folklore to life as a girl goes on a quest to unlock the power of stories and save her grandmother.
After reading When You Trap a Tiger and experiencing the relationship that grows between Lily and her grandmother, students will interview a special family member, learn about the joys and challenges he/she has faced, and write a letter of appreciation for the lessons learned from the interview.
By reading this magnificent tale, my hope is that my students will learn and appreciate the importance of keeping people's stories alive in the world.
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