Helping a Student Build Confidence
A sensitive child struggles in Spanish language class – until her teacher takes a more playful approach.
“The entire class was loving it – except Jenna. It was at this moment I realized Jenna hated loud noises!”
Author: Brinton Culp
Brinton Culp teaches language and culture in the Spanish classroom to grades four through high school. She also writes poetry and fiction for children. Brinton is on Bluesky at @brintonculp.bsky.social and X/Twitter and Instagram at @brinton_culp
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Every few weeks, people share encouraging essays, anecdotes, and stories about moments that turned their day around.
