"Ellin has been the single most important influence on my teaching craft. She brings her deep knowledge of research, genuine care for all children and their thinking, impeccable eye for compelling literature and art, her joy for teaching, and facilitation finesse to the table. Ellin always leaves us enlightened and braver teachers. The days are too few and we follow her to the parking lot, hugging and waving. She is a part of us."

-Jill Bradley, Instructional Coach, Tillman Elementary, Manatee County, Florida