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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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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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I Am a Writer

August 13, 2017July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

I was a reluctant writer — —Something I have never considered myself before.  In fact, I’ve always felt writing was a strength of mine. When it came to this type of writing, writing for the world (as I call it below), I … Continue reading I Am a Writer

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Please Stop the Morning Work

August 1, 2017July 9, 2018 Kelsey Sorum

Today was a crappy day.   As educators, no matter what is going on in our personal lives, or with our health, we have to muster up everything we’ve got to give to our kids.   Realistically, we are all … Continue reading Please Stop the Morning Work

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