It is Back to School Time and who wants to do math right away, let alone a math test. Well teachers don't and neither do students. Why not make Back to School Math fun? Your To do list Buy a box of Fruit Loops or a bag of Fruiti O's Print up this Fruit Loop Math Assessment Easy Right? Fruit Loop Math is one of my favorite Back to School activities in 1st Grade. I generally do it on the ... Read More about Back to School Fun Math Assessment
How Can Parents Help Teachers
One of the most discouraging things as a teacher is the lack of respect and acknowledgement from the public and the parents of our students. I never expect gifts, they are expensive and that price adds up. I know, I have 3 kids who all have teachers. A simple specific thank you goes such a long way. I am a parent and a teacher and I understand the struggle of being a full time working parent and ... Read More about How Can Parents Help Teachers
Math Games for Everyday Use
Math is either a subject that students absolutely love or can't stand, until they come to my class and play Math Games everyday! I have noticed that when students come into my classroom in either 1st or 2nd grade, a lot of them don't like math. It has a stigma to it from their grade before, that it is boring. When I say it is time for math the kids would groan. I decided to start each lesson with ... Read More about Math Games for Everyday Use
Character Education and Respect
In my years of education, I have seen a recurring problem in many students and that is their lack of respect, character and socialization. It amazes me how many students come into my 1st grade or 2nd grade class lacking respect and not knowing how to shake someone's hand, not knowing how to talk to someone in a conversation or not seeing the importance of connecting with another child. Some ... Read More about Character Education and Respect
How to Lead Guided Math Groups
Small group learning is very essential in 1st and 2nd Grade. It is a time when the teacher can meet with students in a smaller setting. These are the times where I would notice if a student was struggling with a concept or if they were almost there but needed extra guidance. I do not do Guided Math Groups every day though. When deciding on doing ... Read More about How to Lead Guided Math Groups
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