Hello Friends, The unspeakable massacre that has occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School today has left us shaken, heartbroken, and disgusted. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone at Sandy Hook Elementary School, the families, the teachers, and the entire community. A word, from our founder: I am a teacher. I am a public…
Today Was a Bad Day…
Hello Friends, We hope you enjoyed the 12 Days of Books, and we hope you will still take the time to donate your favorite children’s or YA novel. But alas, we digress… A word, from our founder: Today was a bad day. Ah, screw it. Today was a bad WEEK. Personally, I had a person…
12/12/12 Concert
Hello Beautiful People, As you may know, The Write Teacher(s) is based in New York, specifically Long Island and New York City. When Hurricane Sandy hit our shores, well, lives were forever changed. But, on 12/12/12, we came back fighting. We came back with a vengeance. And we did it, through music & the arts….
The 12 Days of Books: Day 12, Book 12
Hello Beautiful People, My how time FLIES! On the First Day of Books, The Write Teacher(s) gave to me: The Story of Holly & Ivy, On the Second Day of Books, The Write Teacher(s) gave to me: The Polar Express, On the Third Day of Books, The Write Teacher(s) gave to me: The Gift of…
The 12 Days of Books: Day 11, Book 11
Hello Beautiful People! We cannot believe it’s Day 11 already!!! Have no fear, you still have until December 20th to donate to The 12 Days of Books. Send us an email for shipping info! And now, for Book 11… It’s Christmas, David! Written by David Shannon, this book reminds us of the mystery and…
Today, I aged 10 years..
Hello Beautiful People, A note from our founder: Today, I aged 10 years. Today, one of my favorite students was absent, and according to his girlfriend, he was coughing up blood and seeking medical attention. If THAT wasn’t enough to give me another twenty grey hairs, she then handed me his essay for the…
‘Tis the Season for GIVING!
Hello Friends, We’re pleased to announce our latest giveaway… One lucky winner will win a copy of Elaine Wolf’s newest novel, Danny’s Mom! What’s the catch? Send us a picture of your favorite Christmas Lights display…and we’ll pick one winner! Let us see your photography skills by tagging us on twitter @TheWriteTeach, using the hashtag…
The 12 Days of Books: Day 10, Book 10
Hello Beautiful People, Our next story comes to you all the way from France. Yes, we said France… “In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines Lived twelve little girls in two straight lines In two straight lines they broke their bread And brushed their teeth and went to bed. They left…
A Write Teacher(s) Review: A Letter to Heiner Müller
Hello Friends! Today, we went to see A Letter to Heiner Müller at La MaMa E.T.C, on the Ellen Stewart Stage. Well… Words are failing us. And, yes, it’s in a good way. First, let us tell you all about A Letter to Heiner Müller, via the La MaMa website: In its American premiere, A Letter…
The 12 Days of Books: Day 9, Book 9
Hello Beautiful People! Time for BOOK NINE! Here…we…gooooo! ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of…