The name of this blog might be confusing to some people. When I was brainstorming names for this blog, I knew I wanted something cute, catchy and fun. I had the "Cook's Classroom" part, but I needed another "C" word to finish it out. I went to the dictionary - the old fashioned paper version! I love having access to an online dictionary, but sometimes you just need to look it up in a book!While searching the "C" pages, I came across the word conundrum and stopped. It sounded fun and interesting, but I always thought a conundrum was some sort of a problem. It had a negative connotation for me. Why would I want to name my blog something about problems? I read the definition: a riddle, the answer to which involves a pun or play on words - What is black and white and read all over? A newspaper.This was it! I love puns! I love words! Conundrum was perfect. So, there you have it. That's why I named the blog Cook's Classroom Conundrum. I love corny puns, and I love to share them with my kids. Do you have any favorite puns? Cat puns are always funny : "My cat tripped and fell - What a CATastrophe!" Sometimes you just have to be there!In my classroom we read, write and have fun - especially with words!
Thursday, June 16, 2016
Why "Conundrum"?
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Conundrum is just one of those fun words to say! You are also acting a great model for the confusing and crazy thoughts that all writers experience. Yay for puns and word play!
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