They Say Teachers Shape the Future....

While they touch the lives of the children they teach. Well, today my life was touched by two of my students and I know I will never forget these children.

Jaden in A-3 ( a new 1st grader to Harritt) had just heard the story of "What Happen to Marion's Book" and been shown some of the books from our library that had met an ill fate. These books were damaged beyond repair. He raised his hand in a sweet 1st grade voice said, "teacher I have that book at my house I can bring it and give it to you to replace the one that you have that is damaged." My heart was so moved by this tender child and his willingness to give for the good of others.

Ashlea, C-5, a 5th grader (and another new student to Harritt), asked me yesterday if we had any Dolphin books. I directed her to the "Dolphin Diaries". She said she had read the first one in that series (Into The Blue) and really enjoyed it. As I steered her to the book "Stranded" she remarked, "Mrs. Wanek have you read the "Dolphin Diaries," if you haven't I can loan you the first book that I liked so much." Today what did I receive? None other then Ashlea's personal copy, of the "Dolphin Diaries Into the Blue," for me to read. As I write this now I am 1/2 way through the book and I agree with Ashlea this is a great book. Thanks for suggesting it Ashlea maybe someday you'll be a librarian too!