Ashley Bolin

First Grade Teacher at Lexington Elementary School
Graduate Student at Illinois State University

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@Kimberl62318374 @dr_s_bertrand Read alouds and videos are a great way to get the little ones thinking about complex issues. My students always seem to come up with great questions when they feel like the conversation is open and they aren't afraid to take risks. #tch407su2020

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@dr_s_bertrand I am slightly obsessed with @getyourteachon and they are hosting a virtual conference on June 29th centered on "unpacking white privilege, bias, and anti-racist instruction." It looks extremely informative and engaging! https://t.co/1xBTa8kHNe
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[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@msherrillteach @dr_s_bertrand I follow Hope King on Instagram (cofounder of Get Your Teach On). They are hosting a virtual conference called "Be About It" on June 29th. It looks like an great opportunity for personal growth! https://t.co/1xBTa8kHNe #tch407su2020

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@dr_s_bertrand A3: One goal I have is to not be afraid of potential backlash. Addressing issues of diversity and equity are essential, even for our youngest learners. The status quo isn't working - I can't be afraid anymore to address the hard issues. #tch407su2020

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@mcgrath_kaylie @dr_s_bertrand This is such a great resource! As a first grade teacher it is sometimes hard to find diverse books which address issues in an age appropriate manner. @Scholastic has a great "We Need Diverse Books" section on their website. #tch407su2020

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@dr_s_bertrand A2: I have been using social media to inform my teaching. There are so many teachers sharing their journeys in creating a more culturally responsive classroom. I am gaining knowledge and resources from other educators! #tch407su2020

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@MsShoreELA @dr_s_bertrand I am also looking for more diverse books for my classroom library. My clinical students had an assignment where they were asked to find books that were "mirrors" and "windows" in relation to culture. Extremely eye opening! #tch407su2020

[Ashley Bolin @AshleyBolin_]

@dr_s_bertrand Ashley Bolin, first grade teacher. I have been looking for more diverse texts to use as read alouds in my classroom. I want to use these texts as springboards for discussions about inequalities. #tch407su2020