The blog post reflects on the author's journey from teaching writing to embracing a career in writing and publishing. It emphasizes the importance of encouraging critical thinking in students, particularly those in middle school, as they begin to develop their own understanding of the world. The author discusses the challenges educators face, including low pay and lack of support, which often leads them to pursue alternative careers. The narrative explores the author's passio

I am a writer who grew up teaching kids how to write essays and stories. Writers grow up, we don't just learn, we develop. Being a...

I am a writer who grew up teaching kids how to write essays and stories. Writers grow up, we don't just learn, we develop. Being a...