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@thejackhopkins When my daughter was in a public school 8th grade, her teacher went around the room asking everyone what religion they were, after telling the class her religion. I was so angry.

Looks like I’m going to be having a sit down with my sons health teacher. Yesterday, they were asked to write down someone in politics they think is doing a good job. (Keep in mind, this is Health class) Then, they went around the room, and he asked them who they wrote down, and why they think they are doing a good job. When my son said “Joe Biden” his teacher shot back, “You must never want to have a 401k!” The teacher then went on to make several disparaging remarks about President Biden. My son is 14. He didn’t even know what the hell a 401k was. I’ll actually be talking to the Superintendent, and principle, first. If you are teaching Health…then teach health. Oh, and don’t play games to intentionally set a kid up for ridicule in front of their peers.

What do you think of bionic reading? ow.ly/PK8r50NjX7W

@TLT16 😹❤️

Oh, look what rocks I found!😍 Scan to know any rock, mineral, and crystal with #RockIdentifier. #rocks #mineral #crystal #crystalhealing #geology

Wow. THIS BOOK. One of the best things I’ve read in a while. Brilliant, inventive storytelling by @ChristinaDG. Masterful cartooning by @pichikui. Spectacular color by @larkpien. A tour de force that is as powerful and important as it is un-put-down-able. GET IT on August 2!

More than 300 new independent bookstores have sprouted across the U.S. in the past couple of years, in a surprising revival after an early pandemic slump. The book selling business — traditionally overwhelmingly white — has also become much more diverse. nyti.ms/3c6zLXy

"He suggests ways to use stories to heal, to inspire, to clarify, to teach compassion, and to connect. He reminds us that stories matter because connection matters. Because, as he says, matching the right child with the right book is "a sacred task". @kaaauthor @MrSchuReads

@leaky 3rd is my favorite adaptation.

Today in 2007 #HarryPotter movie #5 premiered: Order of the Phoenix. All the movie adaptations did a great deal of violence to integrity of characters & storylines in the books, but some were more successful than others. Which movie adaptation is your fav? Which is the worst?

Has there ever been a sweeter story in all the world than Odder?! 😭 Animal-loving kids will adore it, educators will cherish it, & parents will also see something incredibly specia in this. A true gem. We are forever changed by @kaaauthor’s perfect little novel-in-verse. 🦦

@DCCED Refugee/Alan Gratz

What children's book made you cry?

Here's Ron Ferguson, founder of The Basics, and his interview with NPR! In it, he shares a little about what The Basics are and why they matter. Check it out here! npr.org/sections/ed/20…

Interested in having me visit your school, library, conference, festival, or PD day this upcoming school year? I’m currently filling out my 2022-2023 virtual and in-person visit schedule. Inquiries should be sent via the Contact form at my website. jarrettlerner.com/contact/

@DanRather I might understand your point if Texas wasn't passing rigid laws to limit choice and discussion and voting rights. Radical action leads to a radical response.

We have anti-bullying programs in our schools. That should extend to politicians visiting our schools. Shameful.

@MrsCHeidrich 18 as well

This is terrifying.

Immersive virtual worlds are coming—and experts have concerns about the effects on children. Here’s how parents can prepare right now on.natgeo.com/3t6pGOY

Found out BAD DOG won the 2021 Missouri Building Block Picture Book Award!!! Huge honor to have so many children vote for my book - especially when you see the other nominees it was among. Thank you to everyone involved. Rocky is as excited as I am. dbrl.bibliocommons.com/list/share/721…