Shanae's Blog

The five people that influenced my life growing up as a child were: My Father - My father raised me as a single dad, the majority of my life. He taught me that no matter what you have to love yourself, because during your darkest times and during your highest times, the only person that is sure to be with you is You. this resonates with me now because I always think about what he said, if I'm feeling down or lonely, and I know that I'm always my biggest supporter and encourager. My Mothe r-My mother was not in my life that much as a child. She was around maybe the first five years or so until she moved away. However, I do remember her as loving and compassionate in my early years.  This resonates with me know because I am compassionate and caring for my own child, and the children that I teach. My Aunt Gail - My aunt taught me how to write, my colors, and all of my first concepts. I remember her taking her time with me and having a lot of patience with me. This still reso...

     The quote on the picture above ( by Franklin Roosevelt) is so inspirational to me. We, as educators, have a big responsibility to shape and mold young minds. We have such a great and wonderful task of  preparing  children  for the upcoming future. Many people do not realize that teachers play a substantial role in the initial phases of a child's life. I  strongly believe that, although we may not know exactly what the future holds, we as educators can do our best to make sure that our children are safe, and adequately prepared.

Love is a Family by Roma Downy is a great book to read. It tells the story of a little girl that is anxious about going to family school event with just her mother. The young girl feels as if her family should be larger. Throughout the book, the little girl explores the componets of several families. She soon figures out that even tough she has a small family, the love that they have for one another is more than enough. I can relate to this story as a single mother, I read it to my daughter and she loves it!! Book Reference:  Downey, Roma, and Justine Gasquet. Love Is A Family .                          1st ed. New York:HarperCollins, 2001. Print.

Hello, I just wanted to introduce myself again. I am Shanae, a Headstart Teacher and the mother of one very energetic five year old. I love and enjoy teaching and couldn't honestly see myself doing anything else. Feel free to comment or ask any questions. Welcome!!

Hello, I am Shanae Brockington, Educator, mother, student. Welcome to my blog!