Hidden Treasures!

This week after my science methods class, I decided to head to the used book store around the street from the school site where my classes are held. I had been what you could call "a regular" there for a couple weeks at the beginning of last semester, however with a very tiny wallet I had discontinued my trips. With a new class, new curriculum, and a renewal of my curiosity, I thought I would return and find some resources for the plant unit I am about to teach. I found many hidden treasure this time around. Among the many fabulous books I found were the classics like: Heggity Peg, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Sylvester and the Majic Pebble, and some really great books on American History for Children. However, I did not just find books for my students, I also found a couple books for my own education such as "Teaching Passionately" by Joan and Dawn Wink, and Differentiated Instruction- a resource book for educators. I am very excited to dive into both of these books and use them as references as I am building my teaching philosophy in the next month. After all of this book searching, I walked out with filthy dust covered fingers and fifteen dollars less in my pocket. I walked away thinking how amazing it is to have resources such as this little used book store where I am able to peruse and find absolute gems!!