Your Teacher is ALWAYS Watching!

Greyson recently opened a student store by the name of "Photoman."  The kids are LOVING Greyson's ability to capture fun moments in the classroom with his digital camera.  Photoman's business model is to take pictures of classroom happenings and then "sell" the photos to kids.  Once a student purchases a photo, an email is sent to the child's parent with the picture attached.  It really is a great idea.

Greyson snapped this picture of me just as we were leaving the rug after a read aloud session earlier this week.  He did an amazing job editing.  This morning I showed the students this picture (giving Greyson my 'celebrity endorsement'), and the students responded by saying, "That is creepy.  It looks like you're looking at us."  So, guess what?  I'm definitely printing this picture out and placing it in the classroom.  As I told the kids this morning, I'm always watching, even with there is a substitute in the room!

Greyson also jump-started Aviana's modeling career today.  He took this shot of her eating ice cream she had just purchased at "Ice Cream Galaxy."  The fellas who own Ice Cream Galaxy liked the picture so much that they paid Aviana and Greyson for the rights to the picture. They intend to use the picture to advertise for their store in the classroom.  Aviana, if your modeling career really takes off, don't forget the little people!  You might also want to consider hiring Greyson as your agent!

Tomorrow morning is third grade's annual Books & Bagels.  Greyson mentioned to the class that he would be taking pictures during the event.  He said that the pictures could be purchased as Christmas gifts for parents.  Is this kid a natural entrepreneur or what?  Well, that started a trend.  Now there are "We are OPEN for Books & Bagels" signs decorating desks all over my classroom.  I'm very curious what tomorrow will bring!  Stayed tuned...