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“One will rarely err if extreme actions be ascribed to vanity, ordinary actions to habit, and mean actions to fear.” — Friedrich Nietzsche, philosopher (1844-1900)

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“Children are like tiny flowers; they are varied and need care, but each is beautiful alone and glorious when seen in the community of peers.” — Friedrich Froebel, creator of kindergarten

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“Learning and teaching should not stand on opposite banks and just watch the river flow by; instead, they should embark together on a journey down the water. Through an active, reciprocal exchange, teaching can strengthen learning how to learn.” — Loris Malaguzzi (1920-1994), Italian early childhood education specialist

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“You can get help from teachers, but you are going to have to learn a lot by yourself, sitting alone in a room.” — Dr. Seuss (1909-1991) I’m really enjoying the Education Pages the New York Times provides on its website. Lots on there for parents, teachers and students. Check ’em out! Happy Third Week […]

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“Writing is like driving a car at night. You can only see as far as the headlights, but you make the whole trip that way.” — E.L. Doctorow, writer (b. 1931)

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“If any man seeks for greatness, let him forget greatness and ask for truth, and he will find both.” — Horace Mann, educational reformer (1796-1859)

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“In the summer, the song sings itself.” — William Carlos Williams

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“Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” — John Dewey I found out late last week where my placement will be this year for my library work. Yesterday I stopped by the school and got to see my new library! But no library is ever, ever “yours” or “mine,” it’s always “ours.” […]

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“Read a book and take a look at the TV in your head.” -– O.G. Readmore

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“Knowledge frees the spirit.” — Eileen & Jerry Spinelli

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