The Adventures of Libby the Leaping Learner

I am Sharon Blake. I teach third grade at Bedford Elementary School in the beautiful mountains of Virginia. At the beginning of the 2010 school year, I wanted to create a writing project that would challenge my student's writing skills and allow them to use their imaginations. I introduced the class to "Libby," a stuffed frog with personality. I explained to the class that "Libby" would be going home with each one of them to share in their weekend adventures. Each student was to write an entry in "Libby's" journal describing their adventures together.

As the journal entries began to develop, "Libby" came alive. Each Monday a student brought her back and shared a brand new adventure with the class. "Libby" became a true member of our class and the students looked forward to their weekend with her. I was amazed at the work that came back each Monday. As I witnessed other students reading "Libby's Journal," I saw my student's faces glow with pride.

My students brought "Libby" to life. This book is a collection of her adventures. She has become a unique character with a loving personality who will live in my heart forever. I fell in love with "Libby" and I know you will too.

I hope you enjoy reading about her adventures as much as my students enjoyed writing about them. "Libby" has developed into an intriguing character. Who knows what future adventures await "Libby."..wait and see.