My students cats won't listen to me when I correct them.

My wife would normally be able to supply something, but they are killing and drilling in an effort to pass the standardized tests this week and next.

One thing I remember is that she had the kids write a version of Cinderella for their own culture (after studying versions from other cultures). The best one was set at the ROTC Catillion, and the Ugly Stepsisters were both gay and coveted Cinderella's dress anyway. She was cracking up while reading it. That version got an "A" I think.

Years ago, my mum had a student who was both adorable and a hellraiser. She was giving him shit for something when he looked up at her and said, "But Mrs. _____, these aren't horns, they're halo supporters!" IIRC, he was the same kid who, when she had a class discussion about travel and immigration, said, "When you come from Jamaica, mon, they squeeze your toothpaste." He was about 9 at the time.