Beth Buerkel

It's emotionally taxing to have my book(s) banned. But not because they're my books, but because all I can think about is the message it sends to the Black kids who see themselves in my books. They deserve to have their stories told whether it makes you comfortable or not.

English 8 ready and waiting for 2021-2022 convocation! Photo cred: Amy Hepner

A2: I think books for young audiences are banned most often because many adults (in their infinite fear) believe it's better to shield young people than to help young people grow to become shields for others. #BannedBooksChat

@ms_palomBEE You are loved!

Some of the amazing pieces my students have created for me

Just to clarify: We care about “learning loss” but plan to disrupt learning for weeks? We care about mental health but plan to force anxious students into a building to take a test that won’t count?

Simple changes to the quality and tone of feedback matters when it comes to developing nurturing, trusting connections with students. ✨ edutopia.org/article/adopti…

"I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink."* - Matthew 25:35 *Offer not valid in Georgia.

The boy is home schooling. Teacher asked what the weather is today, But half the class in different cities. Now it's a gang of 4 yr olds arguing about whether or not it's raining. Teacher trying to mute em but they smart & know how to unmute themselves. Pay teachers more dawg🤣

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Love this @JasonReynolds83 quote from his conversation with @melanatedreader 🙌 Graphic created by @alexxmharper the #inkedlibrarian 👏 #jasonreynolds

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Commas are important.

And today’s all we got So we cannot stop This is our block... #InTheHeightsMovie #Summer2020

😍 Friday Book Cave Vibes

@BookCaveLove1 Aww! Those are my kids! 💜

@karlapfu I love this book!

My favorite💜 @buerkelb33- Are you using it?

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