A new name!

I've been playing with the idea of changing the name of my blog, and then it hit me!  C.S. Lewis has always been my favorite author.  I read The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to my students every year, I've read many of his books over and over.  I am always amazed by his wisdom and eloquence.

He also made a statement about education that I think is a beautiful philosophy and one that I try to emulate in my classroom.

The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts. -C.S. Lewis

I think this gives such a beautiful picture of what education should look like.  As educators I strongly believe it is so important to remember that we need to nurture the natural curiosity, and abilities that each student possesses.  I think this speaks to how we teach as well as how we create a classroom culture.  Student's need to feel valued, loved and nurtured.

What do you think?  Let me know in the comment section below!