Happy Friday! Friday the 13th in a middle school is never boring, so I am sure I am about to have my work cut out for me when the school day starts in a few minutes. But first, I wanted to pop in with my first Friday Finds of the new year.

4 Year Old Who’s Read 1000 Books – sweet article about a little girl who I think I’d enjoy spending some time with

70 Books to Make You Feel Hopeful – I’m mostly bookmarking this for myself, but I think others may appreciate it. Books with depressing or ambiguous endings seem to be popular right now, so I will refer to this when I need to get that taste out of my mouth.

When Finland’s Teachers Work in American Public Schools – interesting piece if you’re interested in public education.

Are You a Giver or a Taker – one of the more fascinating TEDtalks I’ve listened to in a while.

All I Have is Christ – a behind the scenes look at one of my favorite worship songs