Stones of Erasmus — for Teachers, Writers, & Philosophy Sprinkles Makers!

Hi, I’m Greig — welcome! Here you’ll find sharp writing, creative ideas, and standout resources for teaching, thinking, making, and dreaming in the middle and high school ELA and Humanities classroom (Grades 6–12).

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Showing posts with label words. Show all posts

Showing posts with label words. Show all posts

12.9.25

Crazy English — Why English is so Hard to Learn

Why English Is So Hard to Learn The following excerpt (often attributed to Richard Lederer ’s Crazy English [1989]) highlights the delight...

26.1.25

The Surprising Roots of “Community” and the Hidden Boundaries We Create

Have you ever wondered why some everyday words seem to carry hidden layers of meaning? By taking a closer look at the etymology of “communi...

6.11.19

You Talk Too Much: On the Pleasures of Logorrhea

Wherein I expound on the pleasures and gains of excessive talking. Is Silence Golden? Common wisdom says silence is golden. I respect ...

24.2.07

Poem: "Portraits"

Click here for a printable copy of "Portraits" © 2007 Greig Roselli

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