This is a throwback post that I did awhile back about getting our Guiding Readers units organized. Since this post, I've had quite a few requests to make matching spine labels for the Writing and Math units. So HERE YOU GO! Sorry, it took me so long! We also have a Free Year-Long Curriculum Map for Kindergarten and First Grade. (Scroll to the bottom of this post to grab the map and spines) If you want to read the throw back post carry on! If not, Happy Organizing. ... continue reading...
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Handprint Puzzles: First Day Puzzle Freebie
I can't believe it is already time to start talking about First Day of school activities. Mercy! The summer flew by! If you are a mamma stuck at home in the house with littles who love the phrase, "I'm bored!" it probably crawled by! But, for me it seems like it is almost over before it even got started! Handprint puzzles are a great activity to do on the first day of school. One of my favorite things to do on the first day of school are these handprint puzzles (Thank you to Little ... continue reading...
Book Talk Tuesday: Nonfiction books and Jack Hartmann!!!
Before we get to Book Talk Tuesday I have some EXCITING news. Jack Hartmann has been working with me to create songs and videos for some of my units. How cool is that? We just added his new Frog Life Cycle video to my Frog unit. So if you are one of the sweet people who have already purchased the unit head on over and download the video that goes with it. It shows actual real life footage of a frog's life cycle. You can click on the cover below to check it out. He is ... continue reading...
Book Talk Tuesday: Wiggles First Day at School
Teaching little ones the rules and procedures in the classroom is sometimes a tricky process. Wiggles First Day at School makes it much easier! Wiggles the dog came to school but he doesn't know the rules. Talking {barking} while the teacher is talking, not sharing and running inside are just a few of the problems that Wiggles has to work through as he learns the procedures. These are the procedures that are introduced in the book. 1: Back Pack placement 2: ... continue reading...
Debbie Miller: Professional Growth
Thank you Amanda at One Extra Degree for hosting today's Linky!!! Cute graphic courtesy of Miss Amy Lemons! Today I'm linking up with Amanda to share some of my favorite professional development resources. If you've followed my blog or attended one of my presentations then you know that I LOVE Debbie Miller. Reading one of her books is so easy because if truly feels like you are having a conversation with an old friend. Reading with Meaning is the first ... continue reading...
Owl book pictures and a cool video!
Due to a request I am posting some pictures from our owl books. Some of the kids chose to color their pictures and some of them chose to leave them black and white. I told the littles that it was up to them. However, {NO Haters, please } I did tell them that since this was a Nonfiction book the owls had to be realistic. NO PURPLE OWLS, thank you very much. ;) They did a BEAUTIFUL job on their illustrations if I do say so myself. One thing I usually do when we are doing this type of ... continue reading...
Polar Express Unit and Free Song Download
I uploaded my Polar Express unit to TPT last night. I still have some more stuff that I want to add to it but a lot of you were emailing me that you needed it NOW! :) I will let you know when I finish updating it. It is on sale until Friday. :) You can click on the picture to view the unit. Linda McCardle put the song I wrote for this unit to music. You can get the song by clicking on the link below. Thank you so much ... continue reading...
The Lion & the Mouse: Chapter 8 Book Study
Chapter 8 is about noticing "precision and detail" in writing (illustrations). Katie describes the way Bob Graham illustrated his characters with such detail that the "scenes seem authentic..." Even the details of the mother in his book, Let's Get A Pup include the mother's tattoo and nose ring. In this way Bob Graham included "memorable small and unusual details that readers would not necessarily know or even imagine."(p 132) Katie states that being precise in the detail is ... continue reading...
Book Study Part 1: In Pictures and in Words
Deedee Wills kicked off our book study and she did such a great job that I just want to add a few little snippits. By sharing some pictures of student writing from my classroom. One thing that really stood out to me in this book is the idea that it is OKAY to slow down and take our time. Writers don't have to jump right in and start writing "words" to create meaning. Each time they pick up a pencil or a crayon they are making meaning through their illustrations. I'm excited about really ... continue reading...
Is It an Insect? Emergent Reader freebie
Hey friends! Where on earth does the weekend go? It just flies by! I always have this list of things that I'm positive I will be able to finish and then WHAM! It's Sunday evening and I'm only halfway through the list. Goodness gracious!!! This is a sad week for many of us. STATE TESTING!!! That should be a four letter word y'all! Thank the Lord my sweet Kindergarten kids don't have to take any test but our 3rd, 4th and 5th graders do. ALL week! Which means we have to use our teeny ... continue reading...
Insect Unit
Quit Buggin' Me!!!! Ha-ha...just kidding! :) I've had a lot of emails and questions regarding my insect unit. I am working on it and I hope to have it finished by late tomorrow evening. :) I will post a link as soon as it is finished. Thank you guys so much for letting me know that you like my units. I appreciate y'all so much! UPDATE: Friday at 11:30 p.m. I'm still working on it! Sorry y'all these units take a long time and I want it ... continue reading...
Happy Veteran’s Day!
This is my son in law, Curtis on the day he returned home from Afghanistan. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13. Thank you to all men and women who have served and defended our country. We are so thankful that our soldier returned home safely. Prayers for the families of the soldiers who weren't able to return home to them. God Bless. ... continue reading...
Reading Comprehension: Engaging Readers: YEAR LONG BUNDLE NO PREP
Reading units that are differentiated for kindergarten and first-grade. No Prep Print and Go Lesson Planning made easy! Engaging Readers Read Aloud Lessons Aligned to CCS and TEKS. Reading, Phonics, Comprehension, Word Work and More! NOTE: This isn't a packet of worksheets. These are actual Lessons that guide you through the process of using Read Alouds to teach the standards for Reading and ... continue reading...