It may seem to outsiders that all middle school students are the same. However, any middle school teacher will tell you there is a huge difference comparing 6th and 8th graders. From their behavior to their posture to their comfort with risk, there’s a huge chasm between the grades in middle school. But now, thanks to Mr. Lindsay, a TikTok creator and middle school SPED teacher, people can see the differences for themselves. And with truly stunning accuracy.
Take a look at this TikTok from @mr_lindsay_sped:
What we love about this TikTok:
Mr. Lindsay really captures the differences that an outsider might not spot. Things like:
- The open brazenness of 8th graders. “I’m not texting. But if I am, I’m texting my mom.” Reminds me of the Narcissist’s Creed.
- The extremely subtle “SOME ROBLOX” from the 6th grader. This is art, Mr. Lindsay. Blink and you’ll miss it.
- The 7th grader’s skillful traveling Griddy. “Don’t your knees hurt?” Me, constantly, to 7th graders
- “Don’t forget your bag. Oh, yeah. You didn’t bring one.” Very uncool to have a bag. Also uncool: pants, no matter the weather. It’s a shorts-only world, and middle schoolers (particularly boys) are just living in it.
What others are saying about the difference between 6th and 8th graders:
In the comment section, it’s clear that fellow middle school teachers overwhelmingly feel seen.
Note: he has a separate TikTok on middle school boys as “the master gaslighters.”
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Lots of comments along these lines!
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If teachers weren’t saying, “Yes, this is accurate,” they were saying, “Yes, and here’s what I’d add”:
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Fact: 6th graders love lunch.
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Tornado? Random Tuesday enthusiasm? Hard to say.
How to find more content from Mr. Lindsay:
Clearly, Mr. Lindsay’s TikTok video brilliantly captures the essence of middle school dynamics with a hilarious glimpse into his (and many middle school teachers’) world. Thanks, Mr. Lindsay, for making teacher TikTok a little brighter, funnier, and Griddier.
For more content from him, follow him on TikTok or Instagram!