Today, unlike other days, my son didn't want to listen to the radio on the way to school. Instead, he wanted to count to a very high number. Unfortunately, I can't remember which one right now. Suffice it to say that this is a personal project of his that keeps increasing in size over time. So, as we drove away he started his counting frenzy. He got into the 200's before he stopped and then we engaged in the following dialogue. My son: If someone got to 99... Me: You mean 999? My son: Yes. If someone got to 999 where would they end up next? Me: 1,000. My son: You mean 1-0-0-0?! Me: Yes. My son: Wow! He would be rich! Or she! Then, he asked to listen to music on the radio. A lovely way to start the day. “Slice of Life Story Challenge.”
This blog is a place to ruminate on the problems of teaching. If I am thinking thoughtfully, my posts will hopefully raise more questions than answers. By problematizing teaching we reflect on those questions that are constantly behind, in front, and at center of everything we do in the classroom. Feel free to comment. I'd love to hear what other teachers are thinking about on these and other issues. Cheers! Elisa