Hi to everyone!

Hi to everyone!
I'm Karen, and I am from southern California. I've worked as an English teacher and a language and culture advisor for children, youth and adults for many years in both Taiwan and the U.S.
Most recently I worked in Seattle with international toddlers and their mothers to help the children learn English through songs, finger plays, rhymes and other playful activities.

I love working with, and learning from, other teachers. So, I'm very excited to learn more about Teaching Affectively from Juan, along with all of you! I know that Juan and Buddy the Frog are going to share a lot of useful ideas with us!

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  1. Ayat TawelApril 10, 2016 at 4:53 AM

    Hi Karen Frazier Tsai It's great to have you join us. I'm sure we will all learn a lot from you as well :)

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  2. Juan UribeApril 14, 2016 at 11:04 AM

    Hi Karen! Welcome onboard!
    This is a very special group and even more now with you. I look forward to being, sharing, and learning with you. Hugs from Buddy and me!!!

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  3. Karen Frazier TsaiApril 16, 2016 at 10:16 AM

    Hi Ayat! Sorry for the delay in responding. It's been a crazy week! I'm excited to learn from you, too!! :)

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