The nephews often summon me to assist them in studying or preparing for English assignments. Despite my love of the subject, it can be an interesting time thanks to Common Core.
Back in my day, English class was not considered “language arts.” We learned to read, write, spell correctly and utilize correct grammar. There were of course what one could consider frivolous activities such as writing poems and short stories. I enjoyed these activities but some classmates did not see the point.
