What a nice surprise to see this at TMS!

I added several books to my reading list after today’s great book talks from ahml and Rebecca Fahnoe! Can’t wait to hear which ones my students added!

It’s amazing how one little positive note can make such a difference in a day. I’m thankful tonight for all those that spread kindness.

The path to your purpose may change over and over, but keep rewriting it until you arrive! #plaea #edchat #iaedchat

She was one of my favorite authors when I was a child. I love that she inspired so many children to enjoy reading.

A great list of books for summer reading!

I just finished reading This Is My America by @KCjohnsonwrites. I couldn't put it down! Which summer reading books have you read? What's next on your list? Can't wait to talk books with my students soon! Thomas Middle School

There are TWO Twolves in our household now, and we both had a great first day! Thomas Middle School

Learning to communicate with our new book clubs during The Flying Marker challenge Thomas Middle School

Our historical fiction book clubs are off to a good start! Thomas Middle School

Interesting thoughts to keep in mind as I head into a new week with my middle schoolers

I love that these students decided to create their own book club for independent reading. I’m thrilled that Kristen Christiansen decided to join them! Thomas Middle School

I just had the best customer service experience with L.L.Bean. I appreciate the way they resolved an unfortunate situation. It reminds me today to be thankful for kind, helpful people!

It was a nice surprise to see this friendly message in the snow at school during bus duty! Thomas Middle School

First day of school and homeroom 7-11 is off to a great start! Thomas Middle School Nora Fergus

I love when students recommend books for me to read! Today I finished a student recommendation, The Colors of the Rain. I love the lessons of listening to the stories of others and being brave enough to do our part. Thanks for writing such a great book, Rachel (R.L.) Toalson!

Homeroom 7-11 is ready for Valentine’s Day thanks to Nora Fergus’s student teacher, Ms. Reidy Thomas Middle School ArlingtonHeightsSD25

Yes!