while the kinders were playing a farm game
with crops and cash,
some sold
some bought
some traded.
i thought all were farmers
until one came to me
to say:
“she doesn’t want to be a farmer. she said she’s a jedi warrior!
that means she’ll be stronger than all of the rest of us!”
i told him that jedi and farmers are both very strong people.
both work hard and refuse to give up.
both try to do things peacefully.
and that
they could work together with no problem.
they would be good for each other.
they would help each other.
even a jedi has to eat.
even a farmer has to stand up and be brave.
and they became a very powerful team.
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image credits: foodtank.com, google images, star wars, lucasfilm.ltd
I didn't have my glasses on.... 
Awesome philosophy Beth. Well said.
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thank you so much, paul –
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Reblogged this on Barb Taub and commented:
So much is perfect in this teachable moment!
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thank you for sharing this and for your kind comment, barb –
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A perfect lesson so eloquently described. Beautiful symbiosis 🙂
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thank you so much, ryan. it seemed a natural pairing, that just happened organically. )
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The Force works in mysterious ways 😉
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it does!
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Perfect example for letting popculture happen in traditional play. Well done! As usual. 🙂
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yes, just as in adult life, there are many situations where worlds collide )
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You are such a wise kinder teacher! Your kids are so fortunate to have you!
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i truly learn from them –
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I believe that!
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Excellent.
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Very nice!
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thanks, jedi roy.
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Love this!!!
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thank you, d –
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That’s why you teach ☺️ That Star Wars quote is Mr. S’s favourite. ❤️
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it’s quite a powerful quote, isn’t it? and thank you –
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A great lesson and reminder for adults as well as children!
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thanks, russ. i agree, it is good for anyone to consider –
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You must be an awesome teacher to use poetry about a very popular movie to teach them about teamwork. Keep up the good work!!
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it’s all about thinking on your feet, trying to teach as you go, when the opportunity arises – no way to really prepare for that, as any teacher would say
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Loved the way you crafted your story with the adage, ‘There is no work big or small.’ and your thread of thought could be continued in a new Star Wars sequel, perhaps? 🙂
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ah, perhaps )
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You are a brilliant teacher Beth. Thank you.
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it’s mostly a matter of really listening and thinking about the world out there )
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The really listening part probably makes a huge difference. 🙂
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This really says a lot of how “fast you are on your toes,” Beth. You iron out all little wrinkles and bumps between the kinders with a caring heart. ❤
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as you know, much of it is flying by the seat of our pants )
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Good quote!
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thanks!
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