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De-centering Our Power in Classrooms and Beyond

December 16, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

“We have a problem…” Morgan began, opening her hand to show me three flair pens, which were missing caps. Problem five of five hundred yet to come, I geared up for resolution autopilot, What can you do to fix that … Continue reading De-centering Our Power in Classrooms and Beyond

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The Blank Canvas Classroom

August 12, 2018August 13, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

Our move from a small town in WI to Brooklyn was a whirlwind. From the time I accepted a teaching position, we had two months to sell our house, find a place to live, and figure out 1,000 other little … Continue reading The Blank Canvas Classroom

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Children Are Capable, But We Must Let Them Be (Part 2)

February 24, 2018July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

It seems silly that the belief, children are capable is new to me this year.  I’m sure I’ve always felt this way, but it became a true part of my philosophy when there was a shift from my role as the sole … Continue reading Children Are Capable, But We Must Let Them Be (Part 2)

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Children Are Capable, But We Must Let Them Be (Part 1)

February 23, 2018July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

As I watch the group of survivors from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School spark a movement across the nation, one that has been unsuccessfully attempted by adults, something inside me rejoices: CHILDREN ARE CAPABLE. I think about the much smaller … Continue reading Children Are Capable, But We Must Let Them Be (Part 1)

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Before You Silence, Listen

November 28, 2017July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

Writing workshop used to be a “no talking” time in my classroom.  As soon as the classical music started, so did my reminders of “silent work.”  Conferences and small groups were interrupted by my need to shhhhh.  As voices spread across … Continue reading Before You Silence, Listen

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The Language of Command

October 22, 2017July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

Here’s an experiment for you, as a parent or teacher: Put 4 pieces of masking tape on your arms.  Spend an entire day with a pen in your hand and make a tally mark for every type of sentence you … Continue reading The Language of Command

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Big Picture, Small Steps

July 3, 2017July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

Close your eyes.  Picture your classroom.  Picture what a typical day looks like.  What are your kids doing?  What are you doing?  Where is the furniture?  What’s on the walls?  Now picture the classroom you want to have.  Are the … Continue reading Big Picture, Small Steps

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