I didn't like it. I wasn't going back.

Sixth graders are great; they come in with such enthusiasm. They don't mind being silly and dressing up.

I try to create an atmosphere that makes kids want to learn and come to school every day.

Once they have actually left office, we seem to grow fonder of our ex-presidents - and they of each other. That's why so many sighed in approval at Michelle Obama's public display of affection with George W. Bush at last month's dedication of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture.

My parents always pushed creativity on us, but they made it seem like the fun thing to do.

It gets tiresome after a while.