Lovejoy Community,
Kindergarten is a magical place. Every time I have the privilege of spending time in a kindergarten classroom, I leave with a happier heart and lighter step. On Friday morning, Ms. Harper invited me to read a book to her kindergarten class. We read Madeline Finn and the Library Dog by Lisa Papp. This delightful book addresses both Madeline’s struggle and perseverance while learning to read. The kindergarteners and I had a thoughtful conversation about how sometimes things are not easy at first, practicing is an important part of learning, and learning takes time.
After reading together, a precious student named Cooper made my week when he shared his very impressive writing with me. Ms. Harper had asked Cooper and his classmates to write about how they could make the world a better place. Cooper wrote that he could make the world a better place by standing up for someone in the hallway and created a wonderful illustration. I was particularly impressed with Cooper’s pre-writing where he brainstormed ideas for making the world a better place which included:
· Holding the Door for Someone
· Saying Please and Thank You
· Carrying Something for Someone
· Asking Someone to Play
· Helping Animals
· Helping His Mom Cook
· Standing Up for Someone
Let’s take Cooper’s wise words to heart and make the world a better place this weekend.
There is only ONE LOVEJOY and we are ALL LEOPARDS!
Lovejoy Proud,
