Earlier this week the class was involved in some group work, which involved some talking to each other. When this happens and I need their attention, I count backward from five to give them ample time to refocus. Well, this time I finished counting as everyone was getting quiet, but right after saying "One, zero," Mark stood up and let one rip loudly.
I couldn't help but laugh.
Elementary kids in Brooklyn say the dangedest things
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Friday, October 23, 2009
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Synonyms
In writing, I always stress to take their time and really think thing's through. "A good writer's never done, they've only just begun," I said in fourth grade.
Mark, "I'm done."
Frustratedly, I reply, "Mark, I've told you that a hundred times! No, you're not done!"
Mark: "Oh. I'm finished."
Mark, "I'm done."
Frustratedly, I reply, "Mark, I've told you that a hundred times! No, you're not done!"
Mark: "Oh. I'm finished."
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