Come check it out!! These are amazing!

Happy Summer!

A few days ago my friend had a Facebook link up for some wonderful books. I love them so I thought I would share!


Here are a few I purchased for my classroom! Two of them are "Shine-a-light" books.


 



 Below you will find two videos about a few of the books!!

 

If you are interested check out the Usborne & Kane Miller books.

Adorable Valentine Craft

Happy Valentines Day!

We had a busy week with conferences and a Valentine's party!! One of our classroom mascots is a ladybug called "Dot".  For our Valentine craft one of my room mom's found this adorable ladybug craft that I thought I would share with you all! What did you all do for your Valentine's parties?

Mother's Day Fun!!

Hey there teacher friends!


Wow I can't believe it is almost the end of the year. It is definitely bittersweet! My cute group of Firsties are such a sweet group this year and I am so proud of them.

Yesterday we completed several activities to talk about our mommas! Our favorite part of the day was making our Mother's Day gits!! I found this cute idea over at SugarDoodle. Check this site out for the craft supplies and recipe.

They turned out so cute!!

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Snowflakes, Snowmen, Elves, and Gifts!!

Wow! It has been awhile! Hope you all are enjoying your Christmas break. The weeks leading up to break were super busy but so much fun!!

It started with snowmen... we made snowflakes with Popsicle sticks and talked about how every snowflake is unique and how we are all unique. The students loved making them!!

They also made cute snowmen and included a writing about snow. Our class Christmas party was also snowman themed. Here is one of the cute snacks they had!! I found it on Pinterest. Gluten free cake pops with milk!

We also had our classroom elf Pepper visit us from the North Pole the month of December. This is always something the students enjoy. They each had the opportunity to make their own elves which turned out so cute!!!

This year I decided to get my students books for Christmas. I found the book "The Littlest Elf" and thought it would be perfect.

The final product :)

Hope you all have a wonderful New Year!!

Thanksgiving crafts with my Firsties!

This week was so fun!! It was full of Thanksgiving activities here were two of the kids favorites. Now it's time for a week off!!

Wow...it's been awhile and gift ideas!

Hey there,

It has been too long!! I am trying to work/think ahead and plan for the holidays. This year I want to get my students books for Christmas. I know they will love this because they thoroughly enjoy reading. What are some books that you would recommend for 1st Graders? What do you give your students for Christmas?

Guided Reading Binder...

Over the last few weeks I have been reworking most of the documents I created to use in my classroom. One of the items I was thinking about creating was a guided reading binder packet. Before starting I thought I would check TPT. I found a lot of resources but wasn't sure which one would be the best.

Do any of you have a recommendation(s)?



What are some forms you cannot live without during guided reading?


Thanks,

Something New and Bloglovin'

Happy Summer!! How do you get the word out to families about Scholastic? What is the best way to earn points? I distributed the order forms to my Firsties but wasn't sure how to earn points or how to inform the parents about how to order.

How do you go about this in your classroom?


Also, here is my newest product.

I would love for you to follow me!!

A Classroom Necessity

Hey there!!

Here is another update form. I am hoping to update a few more soon and post them.

Enjoy!!

A Much Needed Update...Center Product Update

I updated my Word Work Packet!! This is something I have been wanting to do this for some time. It was one of my first products. It definitely needed a facelift.


It is great for centers (individual/small group) and homework.

   

Thanks,

New Product Giveaway!!

Hi there,

I have been working on several different projects lately! I updated my Student of the Week packet and created two new products.

My teacher organization labels are great way to start of an organized new school year. I also created a product that I have been wanting to make but have not had the time. If you do a class flea market you will love my Flea Market packet.


I have decided to have a giveaway!! The first three people to comment will get one of these products free. Here is how it works comment on how you would use the product in your classroom and include your email address.

Also, where do you get your png frames for your products I am looking for some new ones.

Praying we can get some moisture for all the fires here in CO!!


Thanks for participating!!

Monday Made It...Student Progress

I was inspired by another form (my amazing teammate made) I use in my classroom. I love the idea of having a form that shows students progress that you can keep for records but also give to parents.

Do you use anything like this in your classroom?

I posted it on my TPT store!!

Centers and Homework for next year...help :)

I can't believe how fast the year has gone!! Throughout the year there were areas I knew I wanted to change for next year. One of these is centers. This year I found free center icons that I laminated and put on the whiteboard. It worked fairly well but I felt like it looked messy as well as took up too much space on my board.


Also, what are some of the activities you have your students do during center time? For my First Graders, I used buckets and have one for writing, reading with a partner, and word work.

I posted several months ago on what I do for homework packets but am ready to change up my cover page layout. I would like to add the spelling the the front page instead of stapling a separate piece of paper to my packet.

Does anyone have any templates they would like to share?


If you have any suggestions or methods you have developed for centers please leave a comment below.

Thanks,

Dr. Seuss Matching Activity

Hey there,

I am so excited about this coming week. Both 1st Grade classes are celebrating Dr. Seuss all week with fun activities. Then, on Friday we are having yummy Dr. Seuss theme snacks and watching the Lorax (and it is pajama day).


Here is a cute activity I made to go with the book Oh The Places You'll Go.  Click on the picture to get a copy for your class.

Enjoy your week!!  I would love feedback :)!!

100th Day, Valentine's Day, and More

The last two weeks have been so fun and busy. We celebrated the 100th Day, last Wednesday!! Oh my goodness how fun!! The day was filled with activities. Some of these included fruit loop necklaces, if I were 100 years old writing, 100th day hats, and we all dressing up like we were 100 years old.

We also had our Valentine's Day Party!! On Thursday!! So fun!!

Each child made their own box.  They also made cards for their parents.








Lastly, we have been learning about fractions. My kids made these adorable Fraction-pillars (I found this idea on Pinterest...I did not come up with it). This is my example.








Ms. J

Merry Christmas and Handmade Christmas Thank you Cards

Merry Christmas!! Hope everyone had a wonderful day yesterday! With Christmas and my birthday so close together I always have a lot of thank you's to write. This year I have even more to write because I have such sweet students/families!!

This was my project today. I created these inserts for thank you cards to save me some writing. I have not posted them on TPT yet. Let me know what you think and if you would use these.

Keeping Desks Clean...

I was wondering if any of you had any suggestions how to encourage tidy desks? I teach little ones and am looking for new ways to encourage organization.


Thanks,

I am still here...

Hey there,


I cannot believe how long it has been since I have blogged!!! My first year has been amazing thus far. It is such a blessing to work with wonderful colleagues!! Yesterday we had our first program (Thanksgiving Play). They were such cute Pilgrims!!



Right now I am planning Polar Express Day!!! What are some activities you do? Also, what are some fun ideas for a classroom Christmas party?


Happy Thanksgiving!!

A Month Left and Beginning of the Year Must Dos!!

Thanks so much for all the wonderful comments about my room!! A month from today I will be with my cute Firsties!! I can't believe how fast it is approaching. I am currently working on lesson planning. What are some must dos that are easily overlooked by new teachers?

Thanks,

My Classroom!! :)

Hi everyone here are a few pics of my classroom!! My theme is polka dots! I love how it turned out!!





My birthday board which was inspired by pinterest :) !!



Our Calendar Wall



Helpers and Student Of The Week.