The story discusses five strategies for creating a positive classroom environment, including greeting students, playing music, starting with something positive, using a clock to make appointments, and creating groups.
The story is a personal narrative of the author's school journey from kindergarten to college, highlighting key memories and teachers who made an impact. Each grade level taught valuable lessons that shaped the author's future teaching philosophy.
Brandon and his friends have a sleepover and decide to explore the haunted attic, only to find a valuable necklace and get scared by Brandon's dad dressed as a ghost.