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Heroes 17 August 2018

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Sally Gerard

One of my online English sessions begins with a discussion of some of our ancient heroes and the Hero’s Journey and asks students to discuss the various traits of those heroes-of-old. They are to list and think about the hero’s … Continue reading →

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Be a hero 12 June 2017

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Sally Gerard

A hero has courage against all odds to do what is good and right and true. When faced with choices, be your best hero. Choose what brings strength to a relationship and not what brings instant gratification, whether or not … Continue reading →

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Simple Thanks 19 May 2015

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Sally Gerard

We’ve written the final versions of our own hero narratives. Yesterday, I asked my students to think about those mentors and helpers who guided them along the path of that particular journey and to compose a letter to that mentor. … Continue reading →

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Onward 15 May 2015

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Sally Gerard

This day was born under such a beautiful rising of the sun. A burst of light from behind the clouds shone on the tractor by the barn and I felt the pull of the tractor, waiting with its one-way disc … Continue reading →

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