Assumptions and Biases

My own biases have really made me stop and think about how my students learn and where they are in terms of learning levels. One student in particular is a very good reader and is tested every day at a different level. My own bias was to assume that a great reader is also somewhat similarly great at spelling. It turns out that no matter how often one reads or how advanced they are in reading, their spelling ability may be somewhat similar to a student just learning how to write. It was surprising to me to see how varied each of my students are in terms of ability and that just because someone is good at something we should never assume they are good at other things or even struggling with another.

I can't believe this is going to be my last week with the kiddos until January, and I already know they will be taller and wiser in just three short months!