I give my classes their first test.
Testing the Kids
I give my classes their first test.
Getting Lost in Other Countries So You Don't Have To
I give my classes their first test.
I share some good experiences to counter some of the complaining I've done.
I teach a crazy schedule because of China's Labour Day holiday.
I work out my schedule for Chinese Labour Day and wonder if it celebrates working a little too much.
I reflect a bit on what my first month has been like and finally get a good surprise.
Every teacher has to teach kids that don't behave. I have a lot. Here are some common teacher problems that I've had.
I have a very, very bad day at work.
I have a party in class and get love notes from students who later chase me down the street with swords.
Kindergarten was so bad I try to quit and other horrifying hijinks.
I argue against teaching the alphabet and phonics to kids who can't tell me their names, get told to do as I'm told, and have a large margarita.