We can't do anything Halloween, but we do a Pumpkin Day. I ask parents to donate big pumpkins. I ask for about 5 or 6 and for parents to come in...
Well, I don't think they're too old for picture books. I'm several times older than them and I still get lost in a good picture book. ;-)
It is tough for 1st graders to understand "more than" or "less than." I would introduce by having all kids in a circle around me, or projecting...
Or where they throw a ball in the bucket (like that Bozo the clown game). And somehow have them id letters or rhyme words.
The concept of days/weeks/months is something that should be taught over time IMO. I don't think 1 lesson is gonna get it. But good luck!
I would talk to the boss, explain my reasoning, then look for a new place of employment. But that's if it were in America. Not sure what the...
Character Parade and Pumpkin Day on October 31. Thanksgiving Feast Winter Party Valentine's Party End of the Year Celebration
Could you start by doing a timeline of your day? Or memorable shared events from this year thus far (1st day of school, fire drill, character...
It's not like its anything new. Just helps remind you of what you already know. It was a quick read.
The only parent that has my number is the Room Parent. In friendly words, I told her to only use it for Room Parent responsibilities that can't...
I miss Johnny Appleseed. Our "new" curriculum omitted it. ::::tear::::
I would talk with mom. And I'd consider it as a conference. You say you don't know anything about the child... have a conference and ask...
I've read the book. It's on my kindle app just in case I need a quick tip, lol. I am modeling my behavior plan after it, and it's going great....
Every night the children are required to read 20 mins. They must also write a summary sentence in their reading log. Starting in October, each...
I still think you're lowest level kids should be reading. You will just spend more time doing word work. But there are leveled books they can...
I think they should be reading books, but also include word work.
I wouldn't say those things are "new" and "different", but rather engaging. I think if you focus on how you can keep them interested and engaged,...
RTI is a ton of paperwork for me as well. I feel like I have to write down the same information 458749857 times for the same child. And then I...
I hope you get all the help you need. I believe in the workshop model in all subjects throughout the day, whether it be reading, math, writing,...
I know you don't want to do it from scratch, but I think you could have created one faster than you typed that post. I'm not trying to be a...
