sample of feedback - elementary & middle schools
SAMPLE OF BOOK FEEDBACK:
Richard Freedman, Director, South African Holocaust & Genocide Foundation: "The First Thirty has given me much food for thought and I am quite sure will resonate with me in the years to come. Today is Youth Day in South Africa which recognises the contribution that young people have made in the struggle against apartheid and the rebuilding of our country after apartheid. It is also meant to inspire young people to take on their own potential and to find their way in the world. This book shows how that is possible and that it mostly the curved line which offers the greatest opportunity for growth and for something special to be achieved...."
Meagham, Teacher, Illinois: "...I have been using The First Thirty as a reading text with my 4th grade class. The kids are highly engaged in the story. The vignettes and lessons provide so many jumping off points for thoughtful, critical discussion. I bought each of my kids a copy of the book so that they could make it their own by writing notes in the margins and underlining sentences and phrases that really stood out to them. They have also populated their books with sticky notes filled with questions, connections, evaluations, and analysis... I think this book is a wonderful teaching tool because it addresses so many of the kinds of issues kids face – like teasing, bullying, respect, self-esteem, imagination, friendships, loss, facing challenging situations, overcoming setbacks and obstacles, race/ethnicity and a variety of other important life issues. As I mentioned, my kids love it! The book also provides many opportunities for writing extensions and could easily provide a starting point for social studies related discussions or art projects. The reading level is accessible to my students, especially with my support, and would be great for [independent reading] for kids at the 5th or 6th grade reading levels [and up]..."
SAMPLE OF WORKBOOK FEEDBACK:
Scott Mayster, father, Maryland: "A Place To Sit addresses important topics in a way 12-year-olds can easily grasp."
Jan Gillespie, Head of School, The Janus School (PA): "A Place To Sit supplies educators and school administrators with wonderful ideas to use with students of all ages and learning styles."
SAMPLE OF EVENT FEEDBACK - STUDENT EVENT:
Ms. Berry, Overlake School (WA): “We had the honor of hosting Greg at our Service Day event….he was fabulous to work with - gracious, prompt, generous with time and ideas."
SAMPLE OF EVENT FEEDBACK - STAFF EVENT:
Mr. Kallieris, Principal, Oak Terrace School: “….The faculty meeting was incredible…I've had numerous staff members state that he made them think about who we are as a school through a completely different lens. If our mission is achievement for all, then we all must think about ways to make this happen in our day-to-day life. It was a thought-provoking meeting that led our staff into prioritizing our mission for students.”
SAMPLE OF MEDIA:
Teacher Information Network: "A dazzling gem. When you finish, you will want your students to read it, too. Its lessons are immensely teachable."
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