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If you follow me on Facebook, you may already know what I am about to tell you. I took some time this weekend to update my Sight Word Stick Activities! …
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If you follow me on Facebook, you may already know what I am about to tell you. I took some time this weekend to update my Sight Word Stick Activities! …
This year I transitioned into the guided math model for my math block. The change happened in October and has been going strong ever since. It was spurred on by…
We are coming up to measurement in our curriculum and I have always felt that we needed more hands on experience in this area. This year our objectives include not…
Today in small group, we explored writing fractions! Shoe fractions! Students answered questions such as, “What fraction of the shoes lace up?” They were 100 percent engaged and delighted to…
I have been working on a new packet for February! It has 10 math centers with 8 corresponding journal activities. I plan to use the centers for both small group…
This year I have put a lot of time and effort into orchestrating guided reading and guided math. I have 24 kids {moment of silence for me please} so it…
I came back from vacation with determination to hit our standards from every angle for every minute of the day! I just adore these eager fresh 6 and 7 year…
I decided to knock out the December to January change over today in my classroom. To treat myself, I headed to the dollar store before heading to school. Everyone needs…
Guided math in first grade creates time for targeted small-group instruction while students work independently on meaningful math tasks. The goal is not to prepare five brand-new centers every week…
I am one happy teacher tonight. We rocked out the day in room 119. I mean it. It’s the 6th week of school and thank you baby Jesus it feels…
Tomorrow we have our annual convocation, BBQ Picnic (Texas baby), and in service followed by a mad dash across town back to school for Meet the Teacher Night. Pack your…
It’s reveal time and I am excited to take part! This year I started from scratch. New School, New Room, Blank Slate!!! This is in the hall outside my room. …
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