100 ways to teach

Once I got past the first few pages that made me really upset, I started to enjoy what ideas he suggested. I already do some of the things he said like #11 - I try to call at least one parent (I will try for more this year) every six weeks with good news. It really surprises some parents especially when they tell you they have never gotten a good call about their son/daughter. I also have tried playing some different kinds of music like classical or just piano music for them to work and listen to - it really seems to calm some students down, but others just like to complain. I like his #22 - having a gifted and talented area in the classroom - I will try to have some interesting and fun activities for those who finish their assignment first or early. I was somewhat surprised about TV time on #24 and noticed he did not include Indians (like from India). I think I might make some kind of poster about #29 on earnings per hour depending on how much school is finished or not. Also, #33 is sorta of on my student information form I have the students fill out at the beginning of the year to try to get to know them better - I think I might work on this for next year. Also, #47 - about the stock market would be interesting to see what stock they pick and to watch it and see what happens. One more suggestion that finally has a name for me is his #64 - school talk and street talk. I always try to remind them to speak correctly but now I have a way to say exactly what I mean so that they can be reminded why I am correcting them. By the way, I am doing physical therapy and trying to get stronger with each day. Thanks to those who prayed for me. Susan Mosley