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Our Second Day of School

Today was our second day of school and we were very busy! We went over our classroom and school rules.We discussed consequences to our actions and how to be a positive member of the classroom. I started our morning routine with the students yesterday and today I listed the steps on the board. I was pleasantly surprised by how well everyone did on day two! For math, each student decorated a … [Read more...]

First Day of School

Today was our first day of school and it always amazes me how little third graders are at the beginning of the year! Our school is a 3-5 school, so it's a new school for our students, and by the end of the day I have no voice left, and I don't want to say another word :) All in all, it was a great day, and as the kids left the classroom they all agreed that they would love to come back! This morning we did a lot of the basics … [Read more...]

Kindness Club For the Win

It's the end of the year and you are counting down the days left right along with the students! It seems as though the entire class has forgotten every rule and routine that was put into place (and seemed to be working). Now the kids are antsy and acting more like brothers and sisters at each other all the time. The lack of kindness is taking over... I was recently reading a question … [Read more...]

Comparing Multiple Texts

One of the standards that we grade on our third grade report card involves comparing multiple texts by the same author. I try to do one author study each trimester and I have found that it helps my students grasp many skills that go along with Author's Craft as well. I try to pick authors who are gifted artists of their craft, so I am sure my choices are popular among other teachers as well. The last three author studies I have done include Jack … [Read more...]

Multiplication Fact Practice

We are at the point in the school year where some kids know ALL of their multiplication facts and others know very few (only the 0s and 1's). No matter where your students are, one thing is sure, they need to practice! In our school we are fortunate to have a block of time each day called "Small Group Instruction" and it is devoted to pulling small groups and targeted intervention. During this time I am always looking for … [Read more...]

GIVEAWAY: Classroom Signs to Match Your Color Scheme

GIVEAWAY! Do you need to spice up your walls? Check out my classroom mini posters! I'm going to be working on some new color schemes later this week! Comment below with the color schemes you'd like to see and you could win a FREE set for your classroom! I have them framed and hanging up in my classroom. My students love to refer to them and they really brighten up your classroom! I bought simple dollar store frames that had black matting in them. … [Read more...]