On Saturday morning, December 11th, I had the privilege to gather at one of the Albert Lea theaters with approximately 160 of my students, former students, and their families. Together we packed a theater to watch a private showing of the new Narnia movie, “The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.” I have read the C.S. Lewis Chronicles of Narnia books aloud to my students every year since beginning teaching. I never tire of them, as each year they come alive in the minds of my first graders as we mutually enjoy the stories. Sharing rich literature together like this also allows me to expose my young students to new vocabulary for us to experience and discuss.
It was a real joy to share this time with not only my current first graders, but also many former students – some as old as seniors in high school – and their families. Thank you to all who were able to attend. For me, it was like having a family reunion with all of my favorite people there!
