Unity

This Children's Lit class is definitely one of a kind. Taking a few minutes to reflect on all we have accomplished this semester brings my mind to one universal theme: unity. All of the experiences we've had individually have brought us together as a class and I have definitely been strengthened from everyone!

One of the first memories that comes to my mind is the Fairy Tales day. I had so much fun teaching with all the awesome girls that dressed up in princess prom dresses! Although I wasn't a part of the group activity (when everyone re-inacted a fairy tale their own way), I could see the unity in the class really start to emerge as everyone worked together. From the three little pigs to Snow White, we all had a ball watching everyone dance and run around like kids again.

Another day I really loved was the ropes course. When half of us were told we had to lift eachother up and get over that wall, we almost laughed at Brother Grant and thought he was kidding. Once we put our heads together and got started, we had a fail-proof plan that ended up being fun! McKenzie and I felt like we were in cheerleading again as we used a cheer stunt to get everyone up to the top. At the end, I felt accomplished and I actually got to know others better in addition to getting a little workout. ;)

I seriously love everyone in this class and I am so grateful to know such amazing people! Thank you also to Brother Grant for creating such an open and inviting atmosphere for all of us to learn and grow together. :)

Nicolette (GoldCoins) Goines :)