Sheri's Music Studio

New Release – The Girl Who Read to Alligators by Alice Hammel

What happens when a child struggles to connect with peers or finds conversation overwhelming?

In The Girl Who Read to Alligators, a quiet, introspective girl discovers confidence not through people—but through reading aloud to the alligators in a nearby swamp. 🐊💬

As she builds a relationship with the natural world, she also begins to find her voice—and, in time, the courage to connect beyond it.

This beautifully illustrated story gently explores themes of:

Social anxiety & self-expression
Neurodiversity and alternate forms of connection
The transformative power of reading

A must-read for educators, librarians, parents, and anyone who believes in the quiet strength of every child.

Buy here! https://lnkd.in/gxVZ86-s

Alice Hammel

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Special education is NOT a place 🎤 (mic drop)
Thank you Catherine Kahl

Hello JULY!☀️
May your second half of the year be even better than the first. .

What a wonderful week so far here at the Midwestern State University Kodály Institute! It’s such a gift to be surrounded by fellow educators who care deeply about teaching music in meaningful and thoughtful ways. These conversations and moments of learning are reminding me why this work matters so much. Thank you so much for letting me teach!

A very good friend and dear coworker introduced me to the movie called, “Out of My Mind.” This is a must-see film. I highly recommend that everyone watch it.
*Breaking down barriers! 👊💪🏽❤️*

Exciting things happening this month! I’m honored to be the featured speaker for the Janet Lerner Memorial Speaker Series, presented by the Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois. Join me via Zoom on Thursday, June 24, 2025, at 5:00 pm CT for my talk, “Why Can’t They Just Sit Still and Listen: Myths and Realities of ADHD.”

We’ll explore common misconceptions about ADHD and discuss strategies to better support neurodiverse students in today’s classrooms. I look forward to seeing you there!

Event details: https://bit.ly/43Iy4Xl