On Thursday of last week, both 1st and 2nd grade classes headed off to Wild Swan Theater to see their current production of Charlotte's Web. That morning, I thought I'd start reading the book aloud, as it has always been one of my favorites. I admit, I am always leery of doing so, as I can barely choke out the end, and always end up in a puddle of tears.
One of the things I loved: When I announced that I would be reading it, so many children said, "Oh! but I've already read that one!" and it appeared to me that perhaps I would be better off reading something fresh. But once I started reading - SILENCE. With excellent writing, children are spellbound, even after (or maybe especially with) repeated readings. I'm glad I started the book, and feel sad that it is already almost at an end. I'll start packing extra tissues.
Also, Joanna emailed a link of an amazing video to all S-K teachers just today, and I immediately shared it with the children. I couldn't believe the timing of her gift. I'd like to share it with all of you, but I believe it is only on Facebook. Here is one that is almost as magical:
There is so much beauty and magic all around us, we just have to open our eyes to see it.
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