April 2010

The first quarter of my project, my quest, has ended.  I have read a total of 45 books, 50 actually, but I abandoned 5 of them.  Not too shabby!  I am truly enjoying this process.  I am flattered that a few of my students and friends are following my journey and I appreciate the book suggestions as well.  At this rate, I feel positive that by December 31, I will have read at least 100 books!

However, April also is the start of the 4th Quarter.  For any teacher the last weeks of school are busy.  For an 8th grade teacher the last 9 weeks of school are crazy busy.  Not only is there graduation promotion to think about, but also fundraisers, class t-shirts, NJHS ceremony, the annual Six Flags trip and, oh yeah, just plain teaching!  I'm hoping that despite the many, many, MANY things on my plate for the next 2 months or so, that I am able to squeeze in at least a few books.

And now that the warmer weather and sunshine have begun, I hope to spend many afternoons and evenings reading outside and enjoying the fresh air, and maybe a beverage or two!  I highly recommend any cup or mug made by Copco!



46.  Mathilda Savitch by Victor Lodato
47.  Going Bovine by Libba Bray
48.  Every Soul a Star by Wendy Mass
49.  Ashes by Kathryn Lasky
50.  Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life by Wendy Mass
51.  Soldier X by DonWulffson
52.  A Mango-Shaped Space by Wendy Mass