Thirsty Firsties

When students start first grade they are thirsty to learn.  As a teacher it is my job to ensure they retain that thirst for knowledge throughout their student career.  I start the year by building a strong teacher/student relationship.  I get to know them as an individulals and learn their interests.  I want them to know I care.  I build my curriculm around their interests therefore insuring that they will look forward to embarking on a new adventrue everyday.