meet English and French

It has been over a year since I have had fish in my classroom.  English and French came to live in my classroom last Friday, adopted from Wal-mart.  They are definitely more interesting than the collection of plants I have on my desk and table.  The fish generate a lot more conversation, but I am sure that it would have been easier to take pictures of my plants than these squirmy little creatures.

Where Are All the Minnesotans?

Where Are All the Minnesotans? by Karlyn Coleman and illustrated by Carrie Hartman is a celebration of winter activities here in Minnesota.  From ice fishing to sledding, it depicts a variety of ways people spend time outdoors during Minnesota's long winters.  Though marketed as a children's book, adults who live in Minnesota will appreciate it as well.