Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
After teaching for more than a decade, I have changed the way I have used classroom jobs many times. I don’t think I even used classroom jobs my first year since I had too many other things to worry about. But, starting my second year (and for several years after), I knew I wanted my students to take some responsibility… Read More
Goals help set a purpose and a direction for where you are headed. While you are building your classroom community, why not take the time to make some common goals that EVERY student in your classroom can work towards? Here’s a little glimpse into how I do this in my classroom. Have you ever tried setting goals with second graders… Read More
Okay, I feel like I’ve dipped my toes in the water today. We had our annual Meet the Teacher night. This gives us a chance to meet our students and families the day before school starts. This was probably the first year I’ve met 100% of my students. I don’t know who is more nervous – me or the students…. Read More
I went back to school shopping. No, it wasn’t for new clothes. I bought a new laminator and I am giddy with excitement. Please tell me I’m not alone in getting excited about things like this (please). My Laminator Here is my new little toy – a Scotch Thermal Laminator. So, what does a teacher who just received a present in… Read More
For years I have been trying to find ways to curb classroom spending. One of the areas I targeted was with classroom rewards. I will be ready to fully implement my new system next year. I already use raffle tickets during math time to have students practice reading large numbers. I plan to give away tickets for positive behavior choices… Read More
My kids got to experiment with some new materials this week for art and they definitely had fun! 🎨 We made stained glass art, rolled marbles in paint, tried shaving cream art, and worked with some chalk pastels. You can swipe through to see their creations.
What should we try next?
Eli had a knack for telling all sorts of lies until the day the Lie-O-Meter was delivered to his house. Suddenly, Eli can’t lie about leaving the blocks out on the floor, not brushing his teeth at bedtime, or eating one of the cupcakes for his sister’s class. Each time he tries, the Lie-O-Meter is quick to point out the truth.
But one day, Eli decides to play ball in the house even though he knows he isn’t supposed to. A lamp gets knocked over and Eli quickly blames the dog. The Lie-O-Meter doesn’t catch the whopper, and the dog is sent outside for the night. At first, Eli feels relief at getting away with it, but then he feels guilty. And when Eli finally tells the truth, something really wonderful happens!
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I don’t know about you, but I have been doing a lot of reading in the last two weeks. Like, more than usual. 😉 I am so close to finishing The Book of Essie by Meghan MacLean Weir. My next library book is not quite available yet, but I do have an Audible credit, just in case.
What are you reading right now?
Raise your hand if you’re having a hard time navigating a new routine at home. 🙋🏼♀️ You might be isolated at home, but you’re not alone with those feelings. If you have kids, they might also be feeling a bit anxious. A Little Spot of Anxiety by Diane Alber does a great job of explaining what anxiety is, ways to recognize it, and strategies for working through it.
If you don’t already have this book, I'm not just a scribble has made it available as a free eBook through Amazon for today and tomorrow only.
Be sure to visit her page to learn more:
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I can't wait! We absolutely love these books.
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