Ms. Nancy's Library & Technology Blog

“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

“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

“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 of School, everyone.

— Mrs. Rawley

“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)

“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)

“Drinking Fountain”

— Marchette Chute

Is it time for school to start yet? My little nieces in Iowa are already back in school. One of them even decided to start wearing socks for the occasion. Hmm. She does not like socks, but she does like school, so this is sort of a big deal.

To my former students: HAVE A GREAT YEAR!!!

To my new students: I’m looking forward to meeting you, and let’s have a great year, shall we?

Best, always,

Ms. Nancy

Guy walks into a library and yells, “I’D LIKE A CHEESEBURGER, FRIES AND A COKE!”

“Oh, OK,” guy whispers, “I’d like a cheeseburger, fries and a Coke.”

I just cannot give the International Reading Association enough good press. Go check out this story about kids and dogs.

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