NOTE: Below are two old blog posts from Jan. 2022. Never would I have thought this debate would reemerge in my state but here we […]
Should you be concerned about our state’s new social studies revisions? My thoughts…
Read more
Author: Christy
After graduating from Eupora High School, I attended Mississippi State University where I majored in Social Studies Education. In 2004, I completed my Master of Education from Belhaven University and became National Board Certified in 2005. In May 2020, I completed my Ed.S. in Educational Leadership from Belhaven University. I am beginning my 23rd year of teaching. In my spare time, I love to garden, read, and take care of my ducks and chickens and now bees!
The Second Life of Mirielle West by Amanda Skenandore
Mother Teresa once said, “The biggest disease today is not leprosy or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling of being unwanted.” Reflect on that quote for […]
Share this:
Southern Living The Official SEC Tailgating Cookbook: Great Food Legendary Teams Cherished Traditions
After my husband and I got engaged, there were only two wedding “seasons”/dates that were off limits: hunting season and football season! To this day, […]
Share this:
Gallows Hill by Darcy Coates (and Salem Witch Trials)
Synopsis: It’s time to come home… The Hull family has owned the Gallows Hill Winery for generations. The sprawling old house has long been perched […]
Share this:
Children’s Books and Econ? Why yes!
What does a teacher do when it is the end of a week…end of a HOMECOMING week…after a PEP RALLY…when kids are wired and tired? […]
Share this:
Nonfiction Book Reviews (before the blog)
Several years ago, I decided to cook a recipe that matched the setting of each book I read. I then would share the book on […]
Share this:
Fiction Book Reviews (before the blog)
Several years ago, I decided to cook a recipe that matched the setting of each book I read. I then would share the book on […]
Share this:
Do Not Disturb by Freida McFadden
Um. Wow! This book (link) was amazing!!!! I have read several others by McFadden. I actually just chose her book The Housemaid for next week’s […]
Share this:
Using “Foldables” to Actively Engage Students
Foldables. High school teachers may have never heard of these. Many elementary teachers, on the other hand, know exactly what I am talking about. Why […]
