Lifelong Lessons with Vivian Gussin Paley

Abstract

This article is based on a teacher’s journey over the years with her mentor. She highlights her personal and professional relationship through anecdotes and conversations. The article focuses on the year she cotaught with Vivian Gussin Paley and shares her experiences in the classroom and the lessons she learned during that year. The article discusses Mrs. Paley’s keen sense of observation, her unique approach to teaching, and her commitment to understand the minds of the children through their play and their stories.