I'll "OWL" ways Love You

Super fun craftivity to do with your classroom. The owl is so cute. And Festive. We just wrote about who means everything to us and why we will "OWL"ways love them. Some of my kiddos wrote a two page paper defending their right to "OWL"ways love their dog. So cute. Ok, lots wrote about their parents too. Some even tried to write about me...

I said "Thank you," "You're the sweetest," I love that you want to write about me." But, UGGG....DON'T... This is NOT about ME! This is about digging a little deeper and looking at family...ok, and dogs. I couldn't say no to that. I just know how much joy and love dog can bring to your life. Ok, dog. Write about your dog. I could have easily written about my dog. I chose my parents. They really do mean the world to me. Maybe I will invite them to see mine on the wall so proudly displayed...

I can't wait to see the parents faces when they see their children's total dedication to them when they visit for parent teacher conferences. I am SO proud of my kids. They ROCKED THIS OUT. Find this cute craftivity here: I'll OWLways Love You Craftivity.

Candy Heart Graphing Activity

Valentine's Day Comes.  Ready or not. It is here. The kids love Valentine's day. We might as well mix a little fun in with the fun. Well, learning in with the fun. This is a perfect little graphing activity that hits quite a few of our common core standards for both kindergarten and 1st grade. And, they love it. And why wouldn't they. Find your link here: Candy Heart Graphing Activity

8-31-15 Newsletter

8-24-15 Newsletter

Teacher thought of the day!

Relax, take a deep breath, and smile at your class. As we begin each year we may forget how far a child will grow during our time with them. Have faith in your plan for these kids. Slow your roll, and TEACH everything WITH INTENTION. Relish these days as you get to know your knew kiddos!

Teacher thought of the day!

Today is our first day back to school, and I am so excited to meet my kiddos and begin our long journey of success and growth. As we begin, I thing about procedures. Procedures aren’t rules for your classroom. They are more like habits shared by the whole class. Setting and practicing procedures give students a sense of knowledge and security. They know exactly what they are supposed to do in different situations: what to do when they enter every morning, when they finish morning work, when reading to themselves, and any other routine you establish for your class. Procedures help both you and your students and make everyone’s day successful. Set your procedures and then practice them with your class until they are automatic. Everyone will be happy with the results.

Teacher thought of the day!

Without out a doubt, if I want my kids to boogie, do the Macarena, put effort into reading, or take any kind of risk, I must be willing to do the same thing. They are expecting me to set the example IN ALL THINGS. Go ahead, get down like a child and boogie, play, sweat, learn. This will make you credible and more trusted by your students. It will give them permission to follow suit. I know, sometimes it feels childish. Do it anyway. You will both be rewarded.