There is nothing in this world that brings me greater joy than to hear a child read, and this is an excellent reader sharing an excellent story. Tyler Smith, a second grader in Jan Belcher's classroom, came to our classroom as a guest to read A Christmas Star. It is the story of a family during the Great Depression who has very little money. They celebrate Christmas as a community at the local church. This year, however, someone has stolen the Christmas tree along with the mittens that all the children look forward to receiving. The emotion that the entire town feels comes through this 7-year old's expression. We were honored to have him share. Please listen to the entire story. It will be a truly unforgetable experience.
