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Unpacking my privileges this Sunday afternoon

This is a great book that will help those who may be struggling with connecting with their students. If you teach in lower income based School system and environment and need a little insight ☺️ this book is for you ☺️

Emdin shares experiences of teaching in urban neighborhoods, which form the basis for his strategies & theories about how to connect w/students, help them engage in school, and thus help them make progress. While I don't think some of his specific suggestions & strategies apply in all circumstances, I think the message is valuable. When teachers & students form rapport, engage in conversation, & make learning relevant, it can transform a class.

I am posting one book per day from my extensive collection. No description. No explanation. Some will be old. Some will be new. Don't judge me. I have a lot of books. Join the fun if you want.

This is day 32

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Original idea of- @StaceyKondla @cortg

Courtesy tags for @Trashcanman @Catherine_Willoughby

I read this over 2 years ago, but am rereading it in anticipation of this coming school year. It‘s a very important read for any teacher who works with students who are culturally different from them, or for any teacher who struggles to connect with their classroom. #teachersoflitsy

#moonpalacebooks #minneapolis book haul!

Someone recalled this book, so time to speed through my reading of it!

Cannot WAIT to sink my teeth in and get smarter.💡

McNally-Jackson's book recommendation game is fierce

I am not a teacher, but I have thought many times about becoming a teacher as both my parents are teachers. However, I don't think that you need to be a teacher to appreciate the message of this book. This is a great reminder that empathy and attempting to understand and value other cultures is very important in positively interacting with others. And when all else fails, sometimes shutting up and listening works.

Day back from break and we got to hear Dr. Emdin speak at our professional development. It was amazing in that it challenged each of us to recommit to what we are doing in Newark as educators and believers in our babies. As is my school's tradition we also got a sweet new shirt. A school Tshirt and pants is pretty much my outfit every day!

On this #Columbusday, instead of celebrating a genocidal liar, the school I work at got together for a day of discussions on race and privilege, and our job as educators to dismantle systems of oppression. At the end we were gifted with a copy of one of my faves. Happy indigenous peoples day all!

First day back at school... so excited to restart my teaching stack!

Good stuff, nothing new, but if you haven't been teaching long or are looking for a good professional development book I do suggest this one. Lots of examples and clear writing. A bit preachy.