I believe there is a book out there than can "hook" every child. Lots of children like to read, but I want children to LOVE to read. My son (will be in 2nd grade) likes to read. We read every night and he looks forward to reading at night, but I knew deep ...
I've been busy :) Between the pool and reading chick lit books, I've still been able to make a few things :) I made a fancy fun clipboard. I used scrapbook paper and a quote I printed off on card stock from The Girl Creative. Materials: Clipboard Scrapbook ...
I'm linking up with Doodle Bugs! 1. Pool Days :) This has been a great week to get some extra pool time in :) 2. I'm on the quest for the perfect school bag. I have ordered three. It must fit the following: iPad Notebook Planner Wallet Little Make-up ...
I'm linking up with Mrs. Jump's Class this warm Tuesday morning! We found this book at Barnes and Noble last winter and my son loved it. The main character, a little fish, is convinced that a big fish will not notice that he took his hat...after all it is perfect for him ...
I knew I needed to clean out my binders and make some changes for the 2014-15 school year. Look at this mess!!!! Our building is closed for the summer (cleaning and NO air conditioning). I happened to drive by last week, and the front door was open. ...
I went to an amazing professional development this summer on incorporating phonics into guided reading, and I've been practicing what I learned with my son. I will say that the presenter discussed having a Reading Recovery background. I'm not trained in Reading Recovery, ...
I'm linking up with Doodle Bugs for Five for Friday :) 1. I've been cleaning and organizing like crazy (closets, file cabinets, everything)! Last year they changed our dress code, and I had to buy some new pants and FAST. I hated wearing them all ...
One of my favorite back-to-school items to stock up on are pocket folders! Usually I can find them for 10 cents! I've had a couple people ask me how I use folders for guided reading. I always stock up on the two pocket folders when they go on sale for 10 cents. ...
This project was fun and saved a TON of money. We are remodeling our house and I really liked our hardware in the bathroom, except that it was from 1986! I bought some metal primer and brushed nickel spray paint. I bought the supplies at Lowes. First, ...
