Classroom Tapestry

<p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Listen to the voices of the children.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>An experienced educator shares the awakenings longings joy and despair of young hearts and minds revealed in sparkling strands of poetry and prose. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>From abandonment by a parent to boy/girl relationships to thoughts on love sports and life's unanswered questions���...���the writings of young people are showcased as they try to make sense of their worlds. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Read revealing stories from students in a junior-high classroom of a veteran language arts teacher of thirty-three years. See how the interaction of a caring adult can positively influence young lives. Be inspired by teaching tips lessons on the nature of language and successful teaching strategies that empower students to become independent learners. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>This treasure trove of junior-high student voices will awaken the feelings of what it is like to be young and will give a window into young minds. Educators parents and grandparents will find a window into young minds and ways to help children deal with their lives in a healthy and accepting way. </span></p>