Choosing a Just Right Book Choosing a just right book can be challenging for students. Through the years of working with first graders and second graders, I have seen numerous students become frustrated when trying to use the "five finger" rule. Therefore, I never want to tell a student that the book is "too hard" for them. I created these bookmarks to give students a guideline - while not pigeon-holing books into Too Hard and Too Easy categories. Scenario of a Student Doing a Tricky Word … [Read more...]
Story Stickers
Do your students ever struggle with starting their writing? These story stickers helped jump-start my students writing! All I did was have them color the "stickers", cut them out, glue them on their writing sheets, and add their own illustrations. The stories the students created were much more detailed and imaginative than if they hadn't used the story stickers to jump-start their writing. You can download a free copy of these story stickers in our Free Resource Library. If you're not a VIP … [Read more...]
Group Signs for Fall
I LOVE the fall! The decorations, the foods, the smells, the beautiful leaves. Instead of keeping group signage the same all year, why not adjust it according to the seasons? This way, simple signs can add an element of the beauty of the changing seasons into your classroom. I created a set of pumpkin themed group signs which can be downloaded for free in our Free Resource Library for VIP Members. Happy Fall! … [Read more...]
Stick with Reading!
Do your students struggle with finishing a book - especially a longer, more challenging chapter book? I created this poster and reading log to help students build their reading stamina as they "stick" with reading! Click here to access our Free Resource Library, where you can download the poster and reading log absolutely free. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Listening Well
We've all been there. A class of students who are doing everything but listening. Simply telling them to listen doesn't work. After giving them a chance to stretch and get out of their seats for awhile, I always like to point to a visual reminder of how to be a good listener. Sometimes, students are sitting at their desks. Other times, students are sitting on the rug. I just added 2 posters to my Free Resource Library for you to use in both settings. Click here for the posters. … [Read more...]