After I had been at The Education Center® for a few months, the first magazine that I worked on was published. I proudly displayed it on a shelf in my office. Now that shelf is populated with all the books and magazines I have had the privilege of editing or writing. Each one of those publications holds specific memories for me—memories of testing projects with my coworkers, researching interesting topics for learning center cards, or watching, wide-eyed, as an artist turned my simple directions into colorful, kid-pleasing characters. Because we’re always thinking about ways to reach your students, every day in this office brings new adventures and moments to remember.

I couldn’t resist wandering around the office today so I could take a walk down memory lane with a couple of my Mailbox friends. Here’s what they had to say:

“I especially liked working on the Mix & Match Games. We had the opportunity to make the art shine.The challenge there was to fit the gameboard path in with all the art. The art was fun to do and the colors are wonderful. I hope the kids get as much fun out of them as we had producing them.” —Pam Crane, Senior Artist

“If you’re a preschool teacher, wait until you see Day-by Day Preschool Plans! I had such fun working on this book, but then, I have a special place in my heart for preschoolers. I found that this book neatly tied together crafts, stories, songs, and more for every week of the year. So there I was, sitting at my desk, singing some of the song lyrics aloud and occasionally incorporating movements that preschool teachers might use. Admittedly, I was having fun while working, but I’m sure any of my coworkers who wandered past my office may have had a chuckle. That’s okay. If I have fun making sure the lyrics flow well with the tune, then I’m sure the preschoolers will have a ball!” —Marsha Heim, Copy Editor

Now it’s your turn. I want to hear about your favorite activity from The Mailbox magazine. Do you have an activity or project you’ve done for years, one you know will be a success every time? Or, have you just found a new Mailbox idea, book, or magazine you have fallen in love with? Tell us about it! Your favorite may become someone else’s favorite!

Happy teaching!

Hope

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One Response to “Mailbox Memories”

1. 21 Feb 2009 at 5:37 am # 1.  Bennie Daniels, Jr.
   
   

   About 10 years ago as a grandparent I visited my granddaughters class and participated in a Marvelous Memories program. I took letters I wrote to my mother when I was in the 4th grade. I head up a group of Senior Citizens in my Church and would love to have a copy of the questionnaire that was used called Marvelous Memories. Please e-mail me a copy. Thanks Bennie Daniels

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