My students have been paying attention, but perhaps not as keenly as I might hope. Yes, it’s time for another installment of Things My Students Say.
Several weeks ago, right at the start of the school year, I gave one history class a primary source/reading comprehension assignment.
After several minutes of quiet reading, one student raised their hand and said
Mr. E-, I really don’t understand this question. I’ve read it several times and looked for key words in the text, but it’s just not making sense.
OK, why don’t you read the question out loud to me?
Waged against so-called “infields,” the Crusades . . .
Stop right there. Read that again.
Oh wait. “Infidels.” I wondered why Christians hated baseball so much.
To be honest, I don’t like baseball much, but don’t think I’d start a war over it . . .
Notice:
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As such please be aware that
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Running In My Head 
I like to peek into your student’s minds. Your classroom must be good soil for learnings of all kinds.
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