Don’t be SO Tacky! Teaching Informal and Formal Language
Common Core has made us look at language skills in a different way. One new skill for second grade is teaching formal and informal language. I made some resources to help my students learn this skill using one of my favorite books-Tacky the Penguin.I couldn't think of...
Valentine Task Cards!
I'm so excited to have finally finished this ADORABLE set of math task cards, just in time for Valentine's Day! Valentine's Day makes me feel so mushy and gushy and happy.The bundle contains 5 sets of task cards that can be used for centers, scoot, games, or my class...
Groundhogs Make Me Giggle!
I don't know why, but I just think Groundhog Day is fun. I don't spend a lot of teaching time on it, but I do like to read my class a story or two and talk about shadows and winter. Even that is pretty funny, because here in Arizona it will be in the upper...
Getting to the Heart of Black History Month + Freebie!
Black History Month is just around the corner! February is a short and busy month so I try to get more bang for my buck with this Valentine-ish Black History Month bulletin board. I love it because I can leave it up the whole month! It drives me CrAzY to...
Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday – Freebie!
I've gotta admit... I really miss my kiddos. I really do have the sweetest class. Don't get me wrong, I've had an amazing and relaxing break. I'm so off of my schedule, so next week is going to be a little brutal, but seeing those toothless grins is always a great...
Dip the Halls!! – Freebie!
One of my go-to gifts is my "famous" Garlic-Dill Dip Mix. They are simple to put together and make GREAT gifts for teammates, office staff, assistants, or even your custodial crew. They are perfect when you want to give something handmade but don't want to...
Holiday Gifts- All Bagged Up!
I just put the finishing touches on some "Winter Break Science Fun" kits. They have the same materials inside... I just switched out the topper. I plan on giving these to some of my former students who come in and help me during their lunch time. Such sweeties, I...
Famous Explorer and Scientist Research Books
I LOVE using flap books! I use them ALL YEAR LONG as mini research report projects. We have been working on two different ones this year- Important Scientists and Famous Explorers. These are great for class books too! After we research a famous scientist or famous...
Columbus Day Freebie!
When I was little we would get Columbus Day off of school and that was always a big treat. It usually fell right on or really close to my birthday. My mom would make it a special day for me. Our state no longer recognizes Columbus Day as a school holiday, which...
Peek-A-Boo Layered Books
I am so excited to introduce my newest creations... I call them Peek-A-Boo Layer Books and they are such show stoppers!! Here is how they work: Each page combines together to create a scene that peeks through the front cover. Negative space is removed to achieve...
