Blog #5

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 In the Preface and introduction of Kyla Shalaby’s Troublemakers, the author talks about different lessons in Freedom from Young Children at School explores how schools often misunderstand and marginalize students labeled as "troublemakers." In the Preface and Introduction, Shalaby sets the stage by questioning traditional discipline methods and arguing that children who challenge authority are not inherently problematic but rather reflect deeper issues within the education system.

Shalaby introduces her motivation for writing the book which is her deep concern for children who are repeatedly labeled as "problems" in school. She reflects on her experiences as a teacher and how she saw certain students struggle against rigid classroom expectations. She emphasizes that this book is not just about those children but about what their experiences reveal about the education system itself.

I don't think that the kids themselves are the problem. I think the way they grew up and the way they were raised have major factors on how they behave and act in the classroom. They also react to different situations based on how you as an educator acts. If you are not in the best of moods on a certain day, it will often rub off on the kids and they might also not be in the best of moods. Nobody wants to be in a classroom with a teacher who is not in a good mood. 

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  1. maci maielloMarch 3, 2025 at 10:54 AM

    I agree with you when you talked about how kids aren't always the problem, how kids are raised is the result of how they act. Kids come from all over, and teachers should provide support to their students and help them be successful, punishment doesn't always make them learn how to behave better. The way that you teach, and how your classroom functions is important with how students will react to it. Good job!

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  2. Audrey PMarch 5, 2025 at 10:04 AM

    Great use of words! I really liked how you sated that it is not the kids fault on how they are raised. Good Job!

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