I say 2...4...6..8... and the students say "First graders are really great!" Then they show me that they are ready to be great listeners - or...
That is the way I remember the rhyme from childhood too! I can't believe how bad that sounds today.....I agree...a new ending is needed!
I am looking for a way to reward the class for being complimented on good behavior in the halls and during transitions to specials. I like the...
I teach first grade. I have only had my Smartboard since January. I do everything on it - from lunch count in the morning to using it as a...
We just had our Parent Night last Thursday. Each student "wrote" a note to his/her parents listing at least 3 things to see in our classroom. I...
Congrats, Beth! I have been sending positive thoughts your way during your job search. Third grade is such a fun grade to teach! I taught third...
Anne, I know how you are feeling! I am returning to the classroom this year. I have taught 3rd, 4th, and Title I (1st and 2nd). I took some...
I think Sam's sells those cute popcorn bags.
individual pocket charts I purchased several of the scheduling pocket charts from the Target $1 Spot. The charts came in red or blue. They are...
I just purchased two beanbag chairs from Big Lots! They were only $10.84each. They are not the cloth beanbag chairs. They are the "vinyl" type...
"free" storage I appreciate the wonderful ideas on these posts. I am a returning teacher. I taught for 8 years and then decided to stay home...
Congrats Tri'nTeacher!! That is wonderful news!! Your head must be spinning! I just found out that I will be teaching 1st next year! It is such...
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I stayed home for 7 years with my children. Take this time to enjoy being a mom - it is the best job in the world!! Teaching will always be...
I was just offered a first grade position for next year!! I am so excited and feeling a little overwhelmed right now! I would welcome any...
Years ago I interviewed for a teaching position in August. I was due with my first child in October. I did not mention the pregnancy to the...
TexasAggie - thank you for the advice about the phone interview. I just found out that the principal would prefer to interview me tomorrow - not...
TexasAggie - any advice for someone else who has to go through a phone interview soon?? I was reading along yesterday and really hoping that it...
Thank you all for the answers and ideas!! I am a teacher trying to return to the classroom after staying at home for 6 years. I feel that I am...
Beth2004 - worried about you!! I have been reading along (like so many of you) and following Beth2004's job search. I am in the middle of my own...
