I love to have my students work together in groups or with partners. It allows them to consider different viewpoints, to improve their oral speaking skills, and foster cooperation. Sometimes, though, it’s hard for little people to stay on topic or be respectful to others. They are still learning how to interact appropriately with others and how to tune out… View Post
While making the cute little googly-eye pointers in my last post, I was inspired to create “Math Munchers”. Just like their gator counterparts, they like to devour large numbers. In this case, furry-monster-pom-pom counters or “arrays”.
I love literacy and books, and I want my students to love it just as much as I do. So, as a result, I am a huge fan of incorporating displays, tools, and procedures that foster that love of books as much as possible, especially when they are inexpensive and easy to plop right into my existing framework. I’d love… View Post
I came across Sarah Cooley’s Brownie Points class reward system a while back, and I thought it was really cute. She uses a cookie sheet and clip art brownies to reward her class for exemplary behavior. Once the pan is full, she rewards her kiddos with a party. I ran across adorable wooden cupcakes today at Pat Catan’s, and my… View Post
At the beginning of every school year, I send welcome letters out to my incoming students. I want them to feel comfortable on day one, and I also want them to be excited about what’s ahead. The other reason I send home letters is because I want them to begin thinking about what they want their classroom to look and… View Post