Day thirty-six - Singing tunes in Tulsa

When I arrived at The Apple Tree in Tulsa there were already parents and grandparents waiting to meet me. It was exhilarating. Earlier that week, the article in The Oklahoman had also run in the local Tulsa newspaper and I was greeted by an interested group of enthusiasts. “Show us what you have,” they demanded. Suzanne Ham, owner of The Apple Tree was able to find us a place to sit and chat. What a nice way to start the day. Suzanne, who has a Masters in Early Childhood Education, was instrumental in the development of the first Title One programs in her area. Her extensive knowledge and experience is evident in the way she organizes her store.

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Suzanne Ham, owner [top left], Outside the store [top right] and Inside the store [bottom left and right].

A few miles down the highway the folks at The Learning Shop were waiting for me. Some in-school workshops, at the local immersion school, Dwight Eisenhower had been planned for me that afternoon.

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Students learning a new French song.

After spending the afternoon with kids and teachers of Eisenhower School I returned to The Learning Shop where I was able to ‘regroup’ before retiring for the evening. It was great to meet with Alison Raff, the buyer and Deena Smith, the owner. A big thank you to Cari Bashaw for organizing the afternoon activities.