Risk taking

I can't believe we're nearly a month into the new school year.  The students are doing such a great job of adjusting to the new routines and expectations of third grade.  I'm so happy to have such a great cast of characters to work with this year.  I love their willingness to take risks and try new things.  They come to school ready to learn and they give it their all.  What more could I ask for?  Whether we're painting state symbols with water colors, Mod Podging the covers of writing journals, posing for head shots, crafting bios, or solving math problems, these kids are showing a great amount of personality. 

I look forward to all that we'll accomplish together.  This week...play dough maps of the 6 New England states.