I am a teacher, writer, thinker, and voracious reader. Over time, I have deepened my understanding of the processes and classroom structures that engage students in reading and writing. My goal is to help students uncover the reader and writer inside of them, illuminating a path of self-discovery and a love for literacy. I am an avid fan of young adult literature, adult contemporary fiction, adult nonfiction, and reading and writing research. I currently teach 7th grade language arts and social studies in North Carolina.