I pick

I've read and re-read The Daily Five and I'm ready to "read to learn" and not just "learn to read". My favorite graphics site Lettering Delights is having a great sale, tons of packages for only 50 cents. I spent just a few dollars and am squealing in delight over the cuteness. So, of course I had to make something, and of course, I want to share. This "I Pick" poster is just one way to help children pick out books that are appropriate for them. Click here to download the Word version…

If you’re just joining me (or the other bloggers part of this book study), I’m so glad you stumbled across this post! Before reading this post, you may want to check out my post on Chapters 1 & 2, followed by Chapter 3. If you haven’t picked up your copy of The Daily 5 yet, ... Read more

I have been talking with some of my firstie friends about using the wonderful Daily 5 (created by the 2 Sisters) in our classrooms. I have a confession: I LOVE using Daily 5 in first grade! This however was not the feeling that I had when I was first handed the book during my first ... Read More about I’m Lovin’ Daily 5 on the Fifth!! {A Monthly Linky Party with a Giveaway and Freebies!}

My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss inspired this Color My Feelings printable booklet for kids. Great for elementary aged kids!

I have posted before about my "Secret Student" before but I am posting about it again to include in in What the Teacher Wants Behavior Management Linky Party! Get over there and get yourself some good ideas! These last few weeks have been hectic and crazy. The kids in my class have been real troopers through it all. We went from three first grades to two first grades after the first two days of school. Yeah, that was interesting to say the least and I think we are all finally getting into…

Updated to include a Spanish version! I like to use these table awards as a way to teach my students how to use team work to get things done. The quietest crew award is for tables who are working quietly. So many times, my students are talking so loudly that it becomes hard to focus or conduct small groups. This has helped my students learn to really pay attention to how they are speaking. I have noticed it has also helped them work as a team. I have let the quietest table pick a new…

When teaching for kindergarten, social emotional learning is a huge focus. These books help our little kinders understand their BIG feelings.

Graduating is sad, but getting to see your family more is not.

My Kindergarten Reading Block