I just returned from our state reading conference, CCIRA, and what an immersion in all things focusing on students and teachers, teaching and literacy! I experienced both kinds of exercise from Thursday on, walking for my body while listening, talking and reading for my brain! I had the pleasure of seeing authors and talking with different exhibitors about books and about reading ideas they promoted through their materials. This time, I want to focus on a couple of emotional highs that connected to the blogging community too, because I believe after reading your words for many months that you are these kinds of teachers I write about below.
Patricia Polacco spoke about life journeys, particularly her journey.