Epinions Recent Reviews for Teach2755

At Sun Records, There's a Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On!

Sun, 2 Dec 2001 00:16:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - I touched something today that Elvis Presley touched! The microphone that he used to record some of his very earliest recordings.. I touched it! Really, I did! (swoon)

Okay, so I'm not really a fanatic. In fact, I wasn't even born when Elvis...

'To Grandmother's House We Go!'

Mon, 18 Jun 2001 19:48:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Author Richard Peck has written a wonderful series of short stories that combine to form the brilliant novel A Long Way From Chicago. Set during the years of the Great Depression in rural Illinois, young Joey Dowdel takes us on a journey with his...

You're Not Big Enough Anyway!

Thu, 17 May 2001 21:35:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - In this whimsical story by Eric Carle, The Grouchy Ladybug teaches the reader (young and old alike) that it just doesn't pay to be grouchy!

It all starts around 5:00 one early morning. The grouchy ladybug spies some yummy aphids on a...

Paying Tribute to Those Who Died.. So That We Might Be Free

Wed, 2 May 2001 22:46:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - In order for me to teach 20th century history to sixth graders, I first had to come to the understanding that a lot of my subject matter would not only be difficult to learn, but also difficult to teach. It's not easy explaining concepts about the...

It's 'Never Too Late' To Do the Right Thing

Sun, 22 Apr 2001 23:05:27 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Robert Kennedy once said "Just because we cannot see clearly the end of the road, that is no reason for not setting out on the essential journey. On the contrary, great change dominates the world, and unless we move with change we will become its...

The National Civil Rights Museum and Lorraine Motel

Wed, 4 Apr 2001 22:55:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Do any of you remember where you were on this evening in 1968? Chances are, if you recall that this particular night of April 4 marks the anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., you'll be able to tell me where you were and what...

We Should All Have This Dream

Thu, 22 Mar 2001 23:35:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - We are all very familiar with certain phrases from Dr. Martin Luther King's famous I Have a Dream speech..

..we know these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal..

..free at last, free at last,...

Ruby Bridges: Tiny American Hero

Sat, 17 Mar 2001 00:09:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Those of you who have read my reviews before know that I teach 20th century American history to 90 sixth graders. What you probably don't know is that this curriculum is new; for years pre-teens have been studying the history of ancient civilizations in...

A Little One's Courage in the Face of Fear

Thu, 15 Mar 2001 23:32:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - The Lily Cupboard is a very simple, straightforward story of a young girl's Holocaust experience in Holland. Boasting beautiful pictures, this book is written on a lower elementary level.. but it speaks volumes to young and old alike.

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Let's Get Something to Eat!

Sun, 11 Feb 2001 12:36:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Ah, what better way to welcome myself back to the world of Epinions than casting my humble opinion of Hannibal your way. I'll admit, I've been almost crazy with the anticipation of this movie's release. During my senior year of high school, I was...

How the Emperor Got His Groove Back

Thu, 4 Jan 2001 21:26:39 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Disney has rarely disappointed me with their whimsical, entertaining full-length animated feature film productions. I greatly enjoyed The Lion King and Tarzan and was really looking forward to seeing The Emperor's New Groove. I'm...

Oh the pain.. the horror! (Millenium Write-Off)

Mon, 1 Jan 2001 12:56:29 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - First of all, I'd like to thank systemdwn for organizing this write-off and for letting me squeeze in to participate after the deadline for joining. Also, please take the time to check out these other fine writers who have jumped in to complain...

Roller Coaster Tycoon For Windows: Loop, Swoop, Swirl! Okay, Now I'm Dizzy

Sun, 10 Dec 2000 14:39:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Have I been living under a rock? I should get out more. Really. Why didn't someone tell me that a)computer games can be very entertaining and b)RollerCoaster Tycoon is a fantastically fun game of strategy.

I didn't voluntarily...

It Just Wouldn't Be Christmas Without...

Fri, 24 Nov 2000 13:30:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - What better way to usher in the Christmas festivities than a nostalgic holiday movie. You know the kind I mean.. light comedy, endearing characters, timeless story.. and don't forget the double chocolate meltdown hot chocolate and buttered popcorn..
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I Can Only Hope My Reunion Turns Out This Funny (Write-Off)

Wed, 15 Nov 2000 22:05:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - The following review is part of the Favorite Comedy Movie Write-Off hosted by bops_mom. Other participants besides myself are:

29th_Candidate, acdc711, afranquemont, Alkaiser, amberm, bluehawq, bops_mom, BIGELLOW, bpotter1, chele316,...

Who Would Dare to Forget?

Mon, 13 Nov 2000 23:18:41 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Remember the Titans. You read the reviews.. you hear a few people raving.. but you don't pay a great deal of attention to the hype (except to realize you really should leave the house to see this one).. until you experience it for yourself.
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Marriott: Marriott-Huntsville: 'Space Camp Dorm for Teachers'

Sat, 14 Oct 2000 11:56:27 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Last summer I spent seven rather exciting days at US Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. Thank goodness for the Huntsville Marriott. Located on adjoining grounds, this hotel is a literal stone's throw from the camp facility's main entrance.
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Hot.. Spicy.. Tantilizing.. This is Fast Food?!

Mon, 9 Oct 2000 21:22:23 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - Does anyone remember the fabulous episode of Designing Women when Mary Jo has to begin moonlighting at a burger joint when her ex-husband fails to come through with child support? Her boss, Julia, discovers her plight when Mary Jo arrives at their...

I Was Pleasantly Surprised...

Tue, 1 Aug 2000 19:46:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - To be perfectly honest, when I first saw the television previews for The Patriot, it did not pique my interest at all. Strange, I know, since I am an American History teacher and an avid fan of Mel Gibson. Something about the film just didn't seem to...

Great Place to Visit; Nice to Be Able to Go Home!

Mon, 31 Jul 2000 21:51:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - I just returned from my second visit to the lovely city of Chicago; I had a fabulous time, as expected. When you live in the nice, slow-paced community of Jonesboro, Arkansas, it's very enjoyable to visit "the big city" on occasion.

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Oh my gosh, the roller coasters!

Fri, 28 Jul 2000 21:40:25 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - I have just returned from a much needed and very enjoyable vacation through the Great Lakes area, with a return trip through Chicago. My favorite stop on my northern jaunt (from Arkansas) was Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio. My husband and I...

Harry's Fourth Year (It's About Time!)

Tue, 11 Jul 2000 19:17:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - I am well aware that many avid readers, like myself, have let housework and family obligations slide these past three days (although I did manage to cook dinner last night!) in the never-ending quest to learn the ultimate destiny of one Harry Potter. In...

We're On a Quest! A Quest for Fun!

Tue, 11 Jul 2000 01:05:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - This fantastic Chevy Chase farce is just another one of those pull-from-the-shelf comedy classics that I just can't help but love.. anything that makes me laugh THIS much deserves to be viewed way more than once. I remember it wasn't always like that for...

Holy Smokes!!

Sat, 8 Jul 2000 20:18:14 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - From this moment forward, I may be branded as unfortunately insipid and overly sentimental, but that's okay with me..

I happen to truly love this movie, which pleasantly surprises me. Disney's "The Kid" has a unique quality of...

Dino Kartsonakis

Wed, 5 Jul 2000 21:08:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Teach2755 - I don't know about you, but I really admire and appreciate a musician who has mastered the art of an instrument and plays that instrument with every ounce of joyous emotion they can muster.. piano master Dino Kartsonakis has done this with flair and a...