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Teaching George Méliès, Charlie Chaplin, and Buster Keaton along with Brian Selznick’s “The Invention of Hugo Cabret” and Martin Scorsese’s “Hugo”. #111Words #Teaching #BrianSelznick #TheInventionOfHugoCabret #GraphicNovel #Movie #Film #MartinScorsese #Hugo #GeorgesMéliès #LaVoyageDansLaLune #SilentMovie #CharlieChaplin #BusterKeaton #MiddleSchool https://111-words.ghost.io/teaching-george-melies-charlie-chaplin-and-buster-keaton-along-with-brian-selznicks-the-invention-of-hugo-cabret-and-martin-scorseses-hugo/

Teacher explains why she 'refuses' to give students zeroes, or any grade below 50 percent

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/equitable-grading-no-zeroes

Boy with Down syndrome brings pure joy when he absolutely nails the 'Whitney Houston challenge'

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/down-syndrome-student-delights-classmates

High Fashion

Our son’s semester art class project at school has been crocheting a set of accessories for Pike. We managed to get him to briefly model them.

Many treats were required. Here are some alternate angles and outtakes. (We freed him from this torture immediately afterwards.)

#art #crafting #crochet #dog #middleSchool #pike

A small black and tan Yorkshire terrier in close up sitting on a green couch in front of a white pillow and a red blanket. He is wearing a crocheted white triangle bandanna around his neck, a crocheted white bracelet on his left front paw, and a crocheted white sleeve covering most of his right front leg. He is looking up slightly at the treat being held out of frame. He is very fluffy, overdue for a grooming.

An angle more from above; the dog is only wearing the bandanna and looking up towards a treat out of frame.

A more zoomed out shot; a ball of yarn sits on the green couch next to the dog and he seems to be looking at the camera like "really??"

Middle school concert night. I’m up at the back of the bleachers with the camera to video. Audio is captured by a Tascam recorder back stage (hooked up to a couple of overhead mics above the stage) and the jazz band in the pit is captured by a GoPro on stage.

Videos go up on YouTube for sharing.

#schoolband #middleschool #MiddleSchoolMusic #AcademyOfAlameda #Alameda

"This year’s #books are all over the map! From #Uganda to #Vienna to #Texas, these books showcase both the #diversity and commonality of #Jewish life. #Refugee experiences figure prominently, as do themes related to fantasy and the power of one person to make a difference. I was surprised when reviewing my list that there were only three #holiday books (counting #Shabbat—and none about #Hanukkah!) and one modern #midrash.

For #preschool to #middleschool #kids, here are some of the best new #Jewishbooks out now:"

https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/community/articles/best-jewish-childrens-books-2025

A study followed 'gifted' kids for over 50 years. Here's what we've learned about them.

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/genius-students-ex1

Thanksgiving Break: Subbing at Costa Mesa Middle School! #TeachingLife #MiddleSchool… https://ift.tt/vfpI71i

#American #Kids Can’t Do #Math Anymore
Five years ago, about 30 incoming freshmen at #UCSanDiego arrived with math skills below #highschool level. Now, according to a recent report from #UC San Diego faculty and administrators, that number is more than 900—and most of those students don’t fully meet #middleschool math standards.
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/11/math-decline-ucsd/684973/
https://archive.ph/GmtF1

7th graders were asked what 30-year-olds want for Christmas. The answers are harsh but true.

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/7th-graders-guess-gifts-for-30-ex1

Today's middle school teacher dispatch:

The other teachers are almost all 24 and are literally bullying each other over who the kids like more. I am old and I am tired and you couldn't pay me to be 24 again.

And I am old and tired and, frankly, more popular (lol) because kids want structure and they know I'm fair.

#education #middleschool

✨New Release!✨
My 11th published book is out now: Myths from the CRé

10 short stories inspired by mythical realities from around the world. Drawing from Australian, British, Chinese, Irish, Norse, Sámi, Slovak, and Swiss traditions, along with retrocausality, these myths invite readers to reflect on the life lessons that lie within. 🧙‍♂️

Out now: 📚
https://amzn.eu/d/11RVRKv

#myths #mythology #morals #shortstories #primaryschool #middleschool #reading #literacy #education #teachers #teaching

And about her oldest sons, Mo'men and Abdul Rahman – they're teenagers so in high school and middle-school:

"Mo'men and Abdul Rahman have lost their future and aren't studying."

About schools in their camp:

"We don’t have schools here; it’s too far from us."

2/3

[Rapha]

#GazaVerified #school #learning #future #Palestine #Gaza #HelpGaza #elementaryschool #middleschool #highschool #education #study

RE: https://mastodon.social/@naeemafamily/115468794193261909

Yesterday (01.11.25), I asked Haneen about school and if the twins Elias and Aylan are also studying. Because Saji is studying at home (all three are in elementary school stage)

What about them? Haneen answered:

"I am very sad for Aylan and Elias; they don't have a school, and it's difficult for them. They need a foundation now."

1/3

[Rapha]

#GazaVerified #school #learning #future #Palestine #Gaza #HelpGaza #elementaryschool #middleschool #highschool #education #study

Bring American Transcontinental Railroad History to life with music, media and primary sources!

The Silkroad Ensemble’s American Railroad project presents a musical exploration of the cultures that were first connected by the building of America's Transcontinental Railroad. The lessons in The American Railroad Instructional Guide explore the profound yet often-overlooked contributions of Indigenous and African Americans, as well as Chinese, Irish, Japanese, and other immigrant communities, to the construction of the U.S. Transcontinental Railroad and connecting railways across North America.

Unearth these hidden histories and boost student engagement in your middle school classrooms! 👇

https://journeysinfilm.org/teach-american-transcontinental-railroad-history-for-middle-school/

@histodons

#Education #Homeschooling #MiddleSchool #History #Histodons #USHistory #Railroad #Trains #Music #BlackVoices #Indigenous #AAPI #TV

Rhiannon Giddens (second from left, with a banjo) stands outdoors near a train with crew members on the set of My Music with Rhiannon Giddens, Season Two.

How do Transcontinental Railroad History, Indigenous / Native American History, Music, and Cultural Preservation and Reclamation intersect?

Our Learning Guide for My Music with Rhiannon Giddens and Native American Musician Pura Fé helps students explore these connected issues as they follow Pura Fé's musical journey, culminating in a Silk Road Ensemble performance of her song “Mahk Jchi”.

https://journeysinfilm.org/teach-with-my-music-with-rhiannon-giddens-and-pura-fe/

@histodons @music

#Education #Homeschooling #Indigenous #Music #History #Histodons #IndigenousPeople #IndigenousMusic #NativeAmerican #MiddleSchool #RhiannonGiddens #PBS #PuraFé #PuraFe #TV

Native American musician Pura Fé stands at a microphone and plays a conch shell on the set of My Music with Rhiannon Giddens Season Two.

Teach with My Music with Rhiannon Giddens and Mazz Swift to introduce students to African-American musician Mazz Swift, their musical experiences, Black History & American Transcontinental Railroad History. This episode also connects to Neurodiversity Representation, Non-Binary (/LGBTQIA+) Representation, Music Lessons & History through Music.

https://journeysinfilm.org/teach-with-my-music-with-rhiannon-giddens-and-mazz-swift/

@classicalmusic @ExperimentalMusic @histodons @improvisedmusic @jazz @music

#Education #Homeschooling #Music #BlackVoices #History #Histodons #Artist #BlackHistory #NonBinary #Neurodivergent #LGBTQ #MiddleSchool #MazzSwift #RhiannonGiddens #PBS #TV

African-American musician Mazz Swift stands under a spotlight, playing the violin with an expression of passionate concentration. She is featured in the Silk Road American Railroad Project and the series My Music with Rhiannon Giddens.

Teach with My Music with Rhiannon Giddens and Maeve Gilchrist to introduce students to Irish musician Maeve Gilchrist, her instrument the Celtic harp, Irish music, American Transcontinental Railroad History and the experience of Irish Immigrants!

Learn more about teaching with the My Music Episode Two Learning Guide!

https://journeysinfilm.org/teach-with-my-music-with-rhiannon-giddens-and-maeve-gilchrist/

@music @histodons

#MiddleSchool #Education #Homeschooling #Music #CelticMusic #IrishMusic #Histodons #History #MaeveGilchrist #PBS #TV

An 8th grader challenged his teacher to a dance-off. Her response made her famous.

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/teacher-student-incredible-dance-off-ex1

Teach with My Music with Rhiannon Giddens and Wu Man to introduce students to Chinese musician Wu Man, her instrument the pipa, Chinese music, American Transcontinental Railroad History and the experience of Chinese Immigrants.

Get your free My Music Episode One Learning Guide!

https://journeysinfilm.org/teach-with-my-music-with-rhiannon-giddens-with-wu-man/

@histodons @music

#Education #Homeschooling #WuMan #Pipa #China #MiddleSchool #History #Histodons #Railroads #Trains #PBS #RhiannonGiddens #TV

#MiddleSchool

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