Now that the snow has settled, we’re finally back at school! And oh goodness. I feel like it’s been years since we started our author study! Luckily, we are starting to get back into the swing of things. Today, we read Fly Away Home. We began by looking at the cover and taking a picture walk to ask questions before… View Post
Accountable Talk in Partnerships
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
Math Munchers
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”.
Books in the Spotlight and Reading Pointers!
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
Meet the Teacher!
I’ve decided to join the party over at The First Grade Parade! My name is Amanda! I’m 26, and I’ve been teaching for five years. I was fortunate enough to marry my best friend over the summer. I’m a newlywed! I’m currently learning how difficult it can be to balance teaching, grad school, and marriage. I don’t know how some… View Post