The class was almost all kids I've known for two years. Last year I subbed in both of their classrooms a lot. So I was pleased when the kids arrived exclaiming, "Hey! It's Miss Barnes!" - despite the fact they've had subs for the past 3 or 4 days. One girl even remembered me from subbing in her first grade class over two years ago at a different school - a class I subbed in for only 2 or 3 days! Funny how kids remember stuff.
Turns out there were no plans for me. But the principal was in the room when I arrived, and he and the other third grade teacher sketched out some times and ideas for me. The assistant and I figured out the specifics a little later. It ended up not being too complicated. We did a short reading lesson and then went to the cafeteria to hear an author presentation by Larry Dane Brimner. After this we had some extra time I wasn't expecting so we had snack and sharing (which they were begging for). Then came PE, writing and recess/lunch. After lunch we did math - which was the biggest challenge of the day. The lesson involved a lot of me talking and them listening. Some had a hard time with the listening. But I am persistent, and we made it through, and ended the day with silent reading. All in all, not too bad for a slightly impromptu day.
2 comments:
Of course they remember you! I'm glad it turned out to be a good day after the rushed start. It's cool that you got to hear the author speak. Firemen, author, I wonder what special guest you'll get to hear next.
Love you!!! MOM
You know she only remembers the awesome subs :)
Dressed, packed, and there in 25 minutes, impressive. Glad you had a good day.
Rhonda
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