As you read this, remember: The person with the red pen always has the last word.
This teacher takes joy in the little things — like these good-humored binder clips.
Some people complain about too many awards, but if you do it right, you can make the right statement.
And if that doesn't work, a wall of shame is a pretty good tactic, too.
The English language can be tricky, but thanks to this teacher, this student will never again confuse the words "cereal" and "serial."
Although sometimes, things just get confusing. All kinds of confusing.
Sometimes, it's all too clear what's going on, and it's time for some tough advice.
Of course, some teachers have slightly different takes on things like cheating.
A good knowledge of pop culture doesn't hurt, either. Gotta reach the kids somehow, right?
But then again, you have to make sure the kids get your references, too. Otherwise, this can happen:
But it's always good to teach them that old sayings have truth in them. This one is a real-life example of the pen being mightier than the sword.
It's a good use of the image, but how long do you think this teacher spent practicing it?
This IS depressing, but at least teacher and student have the kind of rapport where they can be honest with one another, right?
But don't expect that kind of compassion when you take your grievances to Facebook.
I think someone's had enough of Judy.
Then again, with the right motivation, some teachers can be bribed.
But while some may respond to bribes, threats aren't usually taken seriously.
Okay, so if you’re in the education profession, we do advise you to use discretion if you’re going to out-snark your snarky students. And if you’re not, you can bask in the glory of these teachers who have finally had enough.
Courtesy of Little Things
Cat,
ReplyDeleteI loved my red pen! These are great, Cat.
Meredith
Loved your red pen did ya Mere? Ever used it on Jack? ;)
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Enjoyed these....I wish I had kept a notebook...you would have enough for lots of posts...LOL.
ReplyDeletehugs abby
Would love to read anything you can remember Abby! ;)
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Haha! Your post is hilarious. Such gems! Thanks for making me laugh. =)
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome CB...so happy you enjoyed these. ;)
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lol great post as always Cat. love the one about Saturn.
ReplyDeleteHugs Lindy
That was a good one wasn't it Lindy. ;)
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My red pen was always out for writing assignments (although I preferred purple.) Run-on sentences and fragments drove me crazy! I found a great flash card game where I would put different groups of words on the overhead, and on the count of 3, the kids had to hold up Run-On, Fragment, or Complete. It really helped. I also had them red pen each other's work.
ReplyDeleteI still don't mind editing but like to throw a little teaching in, just for good measure. I supervise 3 college students as one of the duties in my job, and they are always handing me something to look over.
A Thanksgiving Hug from Ella
You do a good job Ella.
DeleteOoh Ella...please don't red pen my blog...I use a lot of fragments...just the way my brain functions! ;)
DeleteHugs and blessings...Cat
I am qutie sure my daughter has a big red pen. Enjoyed these., thanks.
ReplyDeleteYou're very welcome Sunny...I'm sure your daughter does have a red pen. Let me know if you'd like to send these to her and I will forward the email to you. ;)
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Hi Cat, loved these. Just great that the teachers there have not lost their humour after what some of the students did. Thank you for sharing, Cat.
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Nina
I agree Nina...really have to admire these teachers retaining their sense of humor. Happy you enjoyed. ;)
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Well.... I sometimes chose a very different color!
ReplyDeleteLOL Minelle. ;)
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