Monday, August 19, 2013

Motivational Monday and Back to School



Today, I'm linking up with Sarah and Tamara at First Grade Buddies for their linky called Motivate Me Monday! I think all teachers need a little motivation from time to time especially with all the hats we wear.  Teachers are truly amazing people who get the job done.



Back to School 
I officially started back to work last Monday. There were 3 days of Professional Development and little time to work in my room. I'm still trying to get it together. Today was the third day for my students. I have 18 superstars who are already blinding me with their brightness. They all have so many wonderful things and ideas to shared. Some of my little stars tend to talk out of turn or without permission. Today, I share the book My Mouth is a Volcano by Julia Cook. This is a great book to use to discuss listening respectfully and getting permission to speak.

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Saturday, August 10, 2013

Back to School Blogger Exchange and SLANT Box

In July, I signed up to participate in Blogger Exchange hosted by Adventures of Ms. Smith and Covered in Glitter and Glue . I was thrilled about sending a fellow teacher something to brighten her day. My blogger exchange partner was Katie from Smiles from 2nd GradeI had a blast searching for things that I thought she would enjoy. After mailing off her box of surprises, I anxiously waited for my package. When it arrived, I did a little happy dance. The envelope was covered with cute foil stickers. 

 Look at all the goodies that were inside!!!


 I wonder how she knew that I loved books, stickers, pens, post-it notes, erasers, and cute little notebooks. She must have extrasensory perception!!! Maybe, it's a teacher thing!!!

 There was also a lovely note.


I truly adore my package.  Thank you, Katie! You ROCK!!!

Since I love giving as well as receiving, I also signed up for the SLANT Box. If you haven't heard about it, click on the button below for more information.

SLANT Box Exchange

Friday, August 2, 2013

August Currently

I’m so excited about linking up with Farley at Oh Boy Fourth Grade! for my first currently





LISTENING:  I like to watch a lot of shows on TLC.  Today, they are having a Say Yes to the Dress Braidmaids marathon.
What Not to Wear Videos Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta Videos Four Weddings Videos Extreme Couponing Videos

LOVING:  I finally found out that I’m not moving to another grade. This lady is staying in SECOND grade. YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!! Guess I’m going to have to cancel my appointment.
Sorry, Dr. Lucy.  

THINKING:  I always wait until the last hour to do things which causes a tremendous amount of stress.  I get the job done but imagine what I could do if I would stop putting things off until the last minute.

WANTING:  Okay, don’t cringe when I tell you this. I really dislike decorating my classroom. I just can’t get into it like other teachers. I have all these great visions that I can’t seem to implement. I need to hire someone to do it for me.  I’m currently taking application for a classroom interior designer. Those who are willing to work for Target/Dollar Tree gift cards or FREE will be interviewed first.

NEEDING:  My classroom technology consists of an overhead projector and one computer. YES, I’m serious!!! I need a SMART board, an Elmo, and some iPads.

MUST HAVES:

1.  Pencil Sharpener:  I’ve got to see if this pencil sharpener works as good as everyone says. I hope I win one!!!
2.  Comfortable Shoes:  I wished that I could wear tennis shoes to work everyday, but I can’t.  It’s a good thing that I have my Clarks. 
May DragonAshland Scurry
Ashland AlpineMill Square
 3.  Bag:  I can’t wait to use my new bag that I got for my birthday.



If you have time, check out the other teachers’ currently and link up!!!