Fancy Ideas for the Everyday Classroom
My district uses Accelerated Reader (AR), which is a computer program that allows students to take reading and vocabulary tests after they complete a book. We have class competitions, track their word count, test them every so often to see what their reading level is, and with each book that they read and pass a test (up to 60%) they… Read More
It wouldn’t be Friday without sharing our Fabulous Finds! I am linking up again with the wonderful Elizabeth from Fun in 4b for this week’s edition of Fabulous Find Friday. This weeks I found some amazing things at Dollar Tree and Michaels. Before I share, I must admit that didn’t I know about Dollar Tree for the past 6 years? Why isn’t… Read More
Today I am linking up with Janis from Grade 3 is the Place for Me for her very first linky introducing us new bloggers out there. I have been so inspired and encouraged in my short time as a blogger and I am still awestruck by how many amazing teachers that are out there. Here are my stats: … Read More
Today I am linking up with Molly from Psyced to be in Second and her linky about trying so many new things- the first day of school! I know I have been getting ready for the First Day- I have been updating all my goodies so I am ready for the big day! Well, the beginning of the school year can be daunting for… Read More
Whoo’s on top of their Learning Objectives? Well, now I am. Do you have to post your learning objectives each week? Hopefully these posters will help make this daunting task easy and beautiful! Just laminate and post in an area that is easily seen by students, parents, other teachers and of course your principal, that way they can see which… Read More
One of the most important things that every teacher must have in their classroom is a solid classroom management system. Without that, the careful lessons and activities that we spend all night refining and creating, go out the window. In my classroom I use a three tiered behavior system that has rewards and consequences for the whole group, small groups… Read More
