I had to completely ditch my lesson plan for writing today. BUT it was for an excellent reason! Let me explain… We’re in the middle of an opinion writing unit in both first and second grade. All writers are doing a great job of clearly stating their opinion, supporting their statement with examples and details,... Continue Reading →
Just here for a fun time (#sol24 Day 6/31)
My brain was in no way connected to the rest of my body today. You know these kinds of days. I know it’s not just me. The kind of day when I pause myself mid-stride, walking through the classroom, having zero idea what my mission was. The kind of day when first and second graders... Continue Reading →
The ABCs of my first and second graders (#sol24 Day 5/31)
A if for Awesome, which all 33 of my students Are. B is for Brilliant - we hold a high Bar. C is for Coughs, ‘Cause they’re always so sick. D is for Dozens of books - their book boxes are THICK. E is for Each and Every hug that I get. F is for... Continue Reading →
Did We Make It? (#sol23 Day 24/31)
Can we breathe yet?
Here’s Me, Today (#sol23 Day 21/31)
Here’s my snapshot of today… 📸
Plan, schman (#sol23 Day 1/31)
Wait. You want me to try WHAT?!
It’s Just So Sparkly! (Day 2/31 #sol22)
I'm not above extrinsic motivation.
Day 31/31 #sol21
I am better for it.
I Guess We’re Doing Okay (Day 4/31 #sol21)
How about that.