tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85332136185391003252024-03-15T21:10:16.091-04:00*Teaching Maddeness*Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.comBlogger524125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-88136732172046941112023-06-15T16:45:00.002-04:002023-06-15T16:52:39.222-04:00Schoolwide Service Learning for the Whole Year!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Monthly-Community-Service-Learning-Projects-Bundle-9046872" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBH4ajc4b0LqUOAGYcZcXRd6aw5b8J6cFWQq-rRUi3dezsI1GkftkmDLAghoi-4t5SJMVuz4RSNfyZ5wAnpY8o2gfrrhK2RHveNkjrDug0TVvVpLuXSde07BoL5khjGP-sDfKhd-YKctmFqddU4ReBVWqs7Jko_RGtHckenq6okCAQ-hQM2OOE2qXS/w400-h400/ServiceProjectsBundle.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Looking for fun, engaging ways to get your students involved in serving their community? Tired of the same old donation drives and fundraisers? I have created a <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Monthly-Community-Service-Learning-Projects-Bundle-9046872" target="_blank">yearlong service learning bundle</a> with a different community service project for each month of the school year. </div><div><br /></div><div>That's right! ALL of the work has been done for you! There are so many options, that you can pick and choose the ones that work for you. You don't have to do a project EVERY month. Use some this year, use others next year to keep it fresh. And, the best part? I have changed my terms of use on this resource to allow school-wide use with a single license purchase! (So, hint...hint...get your school to purchase it, instead of digging into your own pocket!)</div><div><br /></div><div>I was intentional about making sure that there is a good combination of projects that asked for donations of purchased items and those that do not. Here's an overview of all of the service learning projects:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">January - A Souper Bowl</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgatVGYbq-0aCW2g8u0C28akhyXRZu1M1v7wL3HGOxkhKCznQstWn2ufZgdbsgjPHeS91Hz6Bja_vBfI0HKTvcOmHfKezQnHxK1_qBpqReyfBS0_7yrqvIOnT5z9PoPF09UdBgdg4ddaUyiziAeetu7NBgj7reyI_RaGYDN6K93BU5HYv_CnPHnflWi/s2400/SouperBowl_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgatVGYbq-0aCW2g8u0C28akhyXRZu1M1v7wL3HGOxkhKCznQstWn2ufZgdbsgjPHeS91Hz6Bja_vBfI0HKTvcOmHfKezQnHxK1_qBpqReyfBS0_7yrqvIOnT5z9PoPF09UdBgdg4ddaUyiziAeetu7NBgj7reyI_RaGYDN6K93BU5HYv_CnPHnflWi/w400-h400/SouperBowl_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />For January, it just seemed natural to do a canned food drive that tied in with The Super Bowl since it's always coming up soon. This is not just a regular canned food drive though, classes earn points with each can donated and the class (team) with the most points at the end will be crowned SOUPER BOWL CHAMPS. However, there is a special "Fumble Day" twist that can be used where cans donated can take a point away from any other team. Classes will need good strategy to be crowned champions!</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">February - Senior Valentines</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaLW61y9MUyY-qEasZGg73a-hEwm3YfpKpNlxsz83_eUByEwXK8p9UmH7u03I6kxTOCQjzaRDyCEMfYBzjK7BYIs_jfFIaeCY6ktTrW7cqtdiIwwt3fymDTG57E6G0Eu6J0gGmI281KmSGSpOkr77Bf1dtK8kXCnKOzz2x5u5qIIa5OzSjoGuESdh1/s2400/SeniorValentines_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaLW61y9MUyY-qEasZGg73a-hEwm3YfpKpNlxsz83_eUByEwXK8p9UmH7u03I6kxTOCQjzaRDyCEMfYBzjK7BYIs_jfFIaeCY6ktTrW7cqtdiIwwt3fymDTG57E6G0Eu6J0gGmI281KmSGSpOkr77Bf1dtK8kXCnKOzz2x5u5qIIa5OzSjoGuESdh1/w400-h400/SeniorValentines_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For February, students will make cards to be delivered to seniors in local assisted living facilities. This community service project shows students that you don't always have to purchase items to make a difference. Sometimes, using your talent and giving your time makes an even greater impact. This project comes with a school-wide goal poster so the school can set a goal for the number of Valentines created. There's also a special "Crush It" day that can be used near the end of the project to give one more push for Valentine cards. Any student making 5 more cards to be delivered will earn 15 minutes of FREE time with their classroom bestie.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">March - Mutt Madness</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigWOnm9wn8BUHmWma9nQ72yBWKqW6buHtI9I96HC2s8jN3FiPZKHUfG_8tTVM6phu0-PFSbj0Gcq5kYQogsizvTBIQoTjiCP6DH68ndECPFztOBUbcqBRzGRXyj6hlDAruLQecZ1vmSTv5fJe60WH9rdmgk0HJYLgCWph3ok1TyNDG8QRtfmsNKNtB/s2400/MuttMadness_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigWOnm9wn8BUHmWma9nQ72yBWKqW6buHtI9I96HC2s8jN3FiPZKHUfG_8tTVM6phu0-PFSbj0Gcq5kYQogsizvTBIQoTjiCP6DH68ndECPFztOBUbcqBRzGRXyj6hlDAruLQecZ1vmSTv5fJe60WH9rdmgk0HJYLgCWph3ok1TyNDG8QRtfmsNKNtB/w400-h400/MuttMadness_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For March, I played off of the basketball "March Madness" theme but with a pet drive. Students will be donating pet food, toys, and treats for local animal shelters. But, again, this is not a common collection drive. Classes will be competing in an elimination-style competition. Here's how it works: All classes compete in round one to bring in pet food. The 8 classes that bring in the most <u>pounds</u> of pet food in this round will move on to the Elite 8 (round two). In roud two, these 8 classes will compete to bring in the most toys. However, all eliminated classes may still bring in donations to help their favorite Elite 8 class win. The top 4 classes from this round will move on to The Final Four (round three). In round three, the top four classes will compete to bring in the most <u>pounds</u> of treats. Again, eliminated teams can help their favorite classes out by bringing in donations to help them. The winning class from this round will become the Mutt Madness Champions, with a certificate to prove it!</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">April - Litter Patrol</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi08lWUXvBZVCN-Y3CJnPgZpAoQVNx7RUwvQXDcSGk5dzlBHZ7qs_K-_pzj4Dp9H5Zt6IzqfxoxXb0GB6f0Bxy8JnJep6McPmzlNi9x1jlOt7jPvO-W6Yyck33Toj6gzQU4X2b15sA7HGGlzPGXn6EWpDU20Z4BJj2sHKlvT8vKAu_2VKl5P_QDeg9H/s2400/LitterPatrol_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi08lWUXvBZVCN-Y3CJnPgZpAoQVNx7RUwvQXDcSGk5dzlBHZ7qs_K-_pzj4Dp9H5Zt6IzqfxoxXb0GB6f0Bxy8JnJep6McPmzlNi9x1jlOt7jPvO-W6Yyck33Toj6gzQU4X2b15sA7HGGlzPGXn6EWpDU20Z4BJj2sHKlvT8vKAu_2VKl5P_QDeg9H/w400-h400/LitterPatrol_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For April, students will focus on giving their time to help make sure their school is litter free - just in time for Earth Day! Litter Patrol comes with several different posters to hang around the school and also a competitive challenge if your students need a little more motivation. Classes can compete to see who can collect the most sacks of litter this month - the only exception is that the litter can't come from their own class! Recycling posters are included if schools want to get students involved in sorting the litter for recyclables as well.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">May - Penny Wars</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvrn63CX3lr7we7SCeMG9C7yO_3Mg6Xsbu2A2CzizC_3eesV-DHIZNm-zoCCPmoQwW7IzcYYAM1ZPBTo-xUkiSTUBhjCaEBz8EWvFvhc1uC8JC7vWiugWmCy3TwOuZu_qq8PoX-x4q0ve_YSHzchxreyOqmZs3IWf94uruTk32nyFUgIyr5SWxqaOX/s2400/PennyWars_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvrn63CX3lr7we7SCeMG9C7yO_3Mg6Xsbu2A2CzizC_3eesV-DHIZNm-zoCCPmoQwW7IzcYYAM1ZPBTo-xUkiSTUBhjCaEBz8EWvFvhc1uC8JC7vWiugWmCy3TwOuZu_qq8PoX-x4q0ve_YSHzchxreyOqmZs3IWf94uruTk32nyFUgIyr5SWxqaOX/w400-h400/PennyWars_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For May, I've included Penny Wars, a fundraising activity. This is one project that can be used any time of the year. It's perfect for raising money for a special school project or a worthy cause. Instead of just asking students to bring in money to donate, make it fun by declaring a PENNY WAR! If you've never done Penny Wars, it's a super fun way to engage students in bringing in those spare coins. Basically, each team has a collection container and there are ways to earn positive points (pennies and bills make positive points for their team) and to give negative points (silver coins take away from (sabotage) other teams). Strategy is extremely important in this friendly game of war, so it's important for students to know how all teams are doing on a daily basis. I've included a wall display for updating totals, as well as a link to a spreadsheet I've used to keep track of totals.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">June - Cereal Box Domino Challenge</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAQ4LLJKBZ_Imebhcv_TCnurbrxgq1DiHRSdqns4yDtxUz0k3hs1uEs3LRFHO3GhEjjkdw7ROtKkS9fzcjXxLgR3G2E_c32vizKTKBecYORfC9R4BPD4_VVrEW65d9n_1uIUata1o90OZemgtABkwDFCZ-0Lq8Gy8xheoeDbljyh9HlefIhohMNiwB/s2400/CerealBoxChallenge_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAQ4LLJKBZ_Imebhcv_TCnurbrxgq1DiHRSdqns4yDtxUz0k3hs1uEs3LRFHO3GhEjjkdw7ROtKkS9fzcjXxLgR3G2E_c32vizKTKBecYORfC9R4BPD4_VVrEW65d9n_1uIUata1o90OZemgtABkwDFCZ-0Lq8Gy8xheoeDbljyh9HlefIhohMNiwB/w400-h400/CerealBoxChallenge_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For June, I included a two-week Cereal Box Challenge. This project is another one that could be used any time of the year, but June seemed nice so that, if needed, cereal can be given to school families in need for summer breakfasts. In this challenge, students will bring in cereal to donate to local shelters or food banks. However, before donating the boxes, students will get to use the cereal boxes as large dominos as they build a domino track down the halls of the school (or in another large open space). The more boxes of cereal donated, the longer the domino train will be! Classes (or teams) will want to be the one with the most donations because they will be the ones who get to setup and start the domino train! A school count poster is included that can be posted in a central location and updated daily to keep student excitement up! There's also a one day "Hi-Ho-Cheerio Challenge" that can be used during week two that will make all cereal box donations for ONE DAY count double!</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">July - Art from the Heart</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFOAI3lr1bKRbDrXYF5N5ECDdPZbj2-yfkuWW97FAXUjF4STqgjKWBLdox90A-yidFo0KzRYYUpdlZsbJmoOM4qBS-P5N5xWCBsVqRbIJtrjglU2Tm38OeMDDBMf-JqkzexIiJeSeFaN70u33yBRUNuSXHNScyGXUnA163YCEFoc9MDldlHp13af7x/s2400/ArtFromTheHeart_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFOAI3lr1bKRbDrXYF5N5ECDdPZbj2-yfkuWW97FAXUjF4STqgjKWBLdox90A-yidFo0KzRYYUpdlZsbJmoOM4qBS-P5N5xWCBsVqRbIJtrjglU2Tm38OeMDDBMf-JqkzexIiJeSeFaN70u33yBRUNuSXHNScyGXUnA163YCEFoc9MDldlHp13af7x/w400-h400/ArtFromTheHeart_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For July, I included another creative fundraising activity called "Art from the Heart." This can be used any time of the year. In this activity, students will make their own original artwork to be donated to be used in a silent auction. There are 10 different themed flyers with guidelines that can be used - perhaps each grade level will create art with a different theme to make sure there is a variety of art. Once art is collected, a Silent Auction night will be held where parents and community members will be able to come bid on student artwork (starting bids of $10). This is a creative way to raise money for a special school project or a worthy cause. Students will see that their work is valued, the community will receive original student artwork to display, and funds will be raised for a great cause - everyone wins! There are also 4 unique ideas for using any leftover artwork to bless communities even more. All of the artwork will have a special purpose, whether taken home from the auction or not.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">August - Secret Mission: Operation Kindess</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirKEVoEF675OIq51oQ8DglT9hvlEeVnBAgjYlIwxCqXDcBXtU6LBPpHYJt0u3POY77SPzDoDo2zH-qbHfWmT-6BmEzVfgUjwM4tGq3RhPfuSSwcdC52ehcfozxsOqJkkuwm8PCTnQ6-hy_03pscbmnWCvZwQgzUpqmzVFQ-sgYJGSUECQ9PPoQ6NYe/s2400/SecretMissionKindness_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirKEVoEF675OIq51oQ8DglT9hvlEeVnBAgjYlIwxCqXDcBXtU6LBPpHYJt0u3POY77SPzDoDo2zH-qbHfWmT-6BmEzVfgUjwM4tGq3RhPfuSSwcdC52ehcfozxsOqJkkuwm8PCTnQ6-hy_03pscbmnWCvZwQgzUpqmzVFQ-sgYJGSUECQ9PPoQ6NYe/w400-h400/SecretMissionKindness_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For August, I thought Operation Kindness was a perfect mission. This could be used at the beginning of the school year to show the importance of random acts of kindness and help build classroom community. In this project, students receive a letter asking them if they're up for a challenge of completing a few tasks to become Special Agents of Kindness. The first task: complete a <b>secret</b> act of kindness as a class. There's a sign for brainstorming of class ideas for this mission. Once this class mission is completed successfully, students will be asked to complete one small <b>secret</b> act of kindness each day for one whole week. Students are only able to reveal these tasks to their teacher, who will send in the top secret data so that succesful students can receive their Special Agent of Kindness ID.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">September - Free Little Library</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR4eUuP6w9TWuW7QwHi-LzR_YzYjCf6ORKIu9ymqVRj9LxFNRv8yhkGf7yDxOCDG0z46qM0xn_XX2oO6opMahdHVDOePlXKgIKbmHYfpoDCpJ_UW64obx7PtdgyO6rSpWmC3IAZPuIpjoKYQVTiem-WE0ygl61q_bTQg3LM63s5KviJH53tE1Hetdm/s2400/FreeLittleLibrary_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR4eUuP6w9TWuW7QwHi-LzR_YzYjCf6ORKIu9ymqVRj9LxFNRv8yhkGf7yDxOCDG0z46qM0xn_XX2oO6opMahdHVDOePlXKgIKbmHYfpoDCpJ_UW64obx7PtdgyO6rSpWmC3IAZPuIpjoKYQVTiem-WE0ygl61q_bTQg3LM63s5KviJH53tE1Hetdm/w400-h400/FreeLittleLibrary_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For September, students will bring in any old books they have at home that they no longer read. These books will be collected for a school "free little library." Free Little Libraries have been popping up all over communities around the world. They are little boxes where people can leave books and take books - a spot to share the love of reading. Having a Free Little Library at your school will ensure all students have at-home reading. If a volunteer wants to take on the job of building a Free Little Library to go outside of your school for the community to use, that is wonderful, but not needed for this project. Cardboard boxes can be used - put one in a central location inside the school, or put one on each grade level hallway. Just turn a large cardboard box sideways (opening to the front) and fill with books! Make it even more special by letting students decorate it. This will give them a sense of ownership over the box, too. </div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">October - Socktober</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFc_Jvzkq7VpgE4PL8uyVZam39R2qQCnn0aUpUwTkH9LDafZRzJXvIXAPa7YYULA6kj94HXlYTsS4YJ_EetHn57sAQMRGGEFoSbz9jt9x9eip7Kr30LXAZ7IeVal4LQyRWs26HQa2BT56G2kF9c4mmM07EVc_X7vmJYdtslm4yqsPLhfG22iahJpjj/s2400/Socktober_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFc_Jvzkq7VpgE4PL8uyVZam39R2qQCnn0aUpUwTkH9LDafZRzJXvIXAPa7YYULA6kj94HXlYTsS4YJ_EetHn57sAQMRGGEFoSbz9jt9x9eip7Kr30LXAZ7IeVal4LQyRWs26HQa2BT56G2kF9c4mmM07EVc_X7vmJYdtslm4yqsPLhfG22iahJpjj/w400-h400/Socktober_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For October, students will be collecting socks for local shelters before the cold winter months hit. Did you know socks are reported to be the least donated item, but greatly needed, for shelters? To make this a fun, engaging collection there will be a challenge for the final three weeks of this month long collection. <b>Week 2 - SILLY SOCKS</b> - the class in each grade that donates the most socks in week two will win a silly sock day! <b>Week 3 - STRUT YOUR SOCKS</b> - everyone who donates at least one pair of socks in week three will be invited to participate in a "strut your socks" fashion show parade down the hallway! Make sure students wear their favorite socks and play some fun music for this reward! <b>Week 4 - Sock It To 'Em</b> - the class that brings in the most socks this final week will have the chance to "sock it" to the principal by hitting them in the face with pie!!</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">November - Candy for a Cause</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKnI9qJdbwVArbW13TAbHRDAzq7ysoXoxaih73SfVVgzDY0nLG3pSDVSRJISR4AR9cc1HtZJszjl1Od8pz8xgrRQ_XjlHw_COS63fKg2MFW2luEjhZm3e4vZN6II7vZ9WFro0xlT5806UD_qZ-5728t9B0eKwQMEHqmQdTNe7peEaKSuYCJxYCe_FH/s2400/CandyForACause_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKnI9qJdbwVArbW13TAbHRDAzq7ysoXoxaih73SfVVgzDY0nLG3pSDVSRJISR4AR9cc1HtZJszjl1Od8pz8xgrRQ_XjlHw_COS63fKg2MFW2luEjhZm3e4vZN6II7vZ9WFro0xlT5806UD_qZ-5728t9B0eKwQMEHqmQdTNe7peEaKSuYCJxYCe_FH/w400-h400/CandyForACause_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For November, Candy for a Cause is the perfect project. Many households have leftover Halloween candy that no one wants, or can find candy deeply discounted at stores. And, it's the month of THANKFULNESS. The school will be collecting candy this month. For a motivational piece, classes can color and hang large candy pieces around thier rooms for every 20 pieces of candy donated! Candy will be donated along with thank you notes (written by students) to first responders in their local community - think police officers, fire fighters, and medical emergency responders. Thank you note templates are included. This is just a little thank you for those who do so much in our community. </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">December - Teddy Bear Toss</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyMHm2VUXcHQbIFGhTp0Eg3t7rvSvqqO26MY715tVocg1cJapJYIz5rUXKqYVBfGRj8OPflg563UY-yZPKrLCUt9UHO12goRppK9jTRhJ23MXQwfPxVzPBLt4tj5GWhV_1F2y_Rdd7cJ15qaIifzjUmdB8pEPvpVFMfyfPQ6HWU5kAibKujYRk2q52/s2400/TeddyBearToss_Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyMHm2VUXcHQbIFGhTp0Eg3t7rvSvqqO26MY715tVocg1cJapJYIz5rUXKqYVBfGRj8OPflg563UY-yZPKrLCUt9UHO12goRppK9jTRhJ23MXQwfPxVzPBLt4tj5GWhV_1F2y_Rdd7cJ15qaIifzjUmdB8pEPvpVFMfyfPQ6HWU5kAibKujYRk2q52/w400-h400/TeddyBearToss_Cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>For December, students will collect stuffed animals to donate to children in local hospitals for the holidays. To make this collection more fun and engaging, students will be invited to a Teddy Bear Toss before handing over their donations. Classes will head to a large open space (think gym, cafeteria, or hallway) one at a time and students will toss their donations toward targets (think hula hoops or taped-off targets). If their stuffed animals land in a target, students will win a prize (no-cost coupon rewards are included for Teddy Bear Toss Winners). After each class, stuffed animals will be removed from the targets, but left on the floor so that at the end of all tosses, a visual will remain of all stuffed animals donated so that students can see the impact they are making on their community.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I hope these <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Monthly-Community-Service-Learning-Projects-Bundle-9046872" target="_blank">monthly service learning projects</a> bring some new ideas to your school and help your students engage with community service. By <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Monthly-Community-Service-Learning-Projects-Bundle-9046872" target="_blank">purchasing the entire bundle</a>, <b>you save 25%</b> - and you'll have everything you need for the entire year!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-72423974250276611252023-01-23T17:46:00.002-05:002023-01-23T17:46:24.106-05:00Seasonal Big Poems for Grades 2-4<div><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 1.25em; white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you a teacher looking for a way to incorporate weekly poems into your curriculum while also focusing on reading strategies? Look no further! Our monthly poem work series is designed to meet the needs of teachers who want to provide their students with engaging, seasonal poetry activities that focus on a variety of reading skills.</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each packet contains four original poems per month, along with eight activities for each poem. These activities include </p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>visualizing</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioVpyDf3adzwIAGkpFoOroGMuMzBnSomjsVPSZrjCSx2VfGb2hoxP6Xwq8ryceW7m2eC4dhmH759T9MeVAgC2lOad5BLzpzVZ3EgP34TmjyOlBoqRfIcLA4lQbyTHtssuZL6F7TLTPfYcpC2jiG70WHtX0BErq1kyAYQqKI7KJPwzs6nJgrCQEsJrY/s512/Slide1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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--tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>making connections</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWpVF_o3Fzr7Hb7Cnv1KtKF-BG0_Z7eH9WKjzpkCRzUBOy9AvPx-kbG82i8-F0f-m7MCaest1WMYX-b5F5Jc0-ncc5fkQanDQXYXwGHNM075bqI4PMptRYy7cBmI_jWwwcc09yS1n2VBTJq26UbQojZ8e6GjdKCvpdkfWcxgqzuQEDUbXbmAQkV3Ig/s512/Slide4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>grammar fun</b></span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; 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color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>handwriting practice</b></span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; 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color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="text-align: left;">and <b>comprehension checks</b></span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; 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--tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="text-align: left;"> Plus, the digital version includes a fluency tracker and a YouTube link to listen to the poem.</span></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our weekly routine explanation and sample pictures of all activities included in the packet make it easy for you to implement the poetry activities into your classroom. The full-page and half-page copies of the original poems provide flexibility for different learning styles and classroom needs.</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Say goodbye to scrounging around for weekly poems that are geared more towards K/1st grade. Our packets are specifically designed to provide a reading strategies focus that is appropriate for students in grades 2-4.</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don't miss out on this fantastic resource for your classroom as it grows! It is a growing bundle which means, you not only save 25%, but you receive all future additions FREE. This means the <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Big-Poems-Seasonal-Poem-Work-Bundle-for-Grades-2-4-9033337" target="_blank">$72 bundle</a> can be purchased today for only $9, but that price will increase as future months are added!</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Big-Poems-Seasonal-Poem-Work-Bundle-for-Grades-2-4-9033337" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJRMeYB68Vdn32_3y3C1TXrX9W4jqG5qSX-1snKHwXV_3n3ofBGGD0D8DhqPf2eABuZ42G1WYy5i5aLsAvJvdBjdDDzwds5q8oRUNxH-XoTcZ3akrOSPPOaomfNx0wGUCo688JUjyGjgqmtbl8g8YadPDGx37v_Yj86WTi2WgACQAaQLQRVybmJmPk/w400-h400/Seasonal_BigPoems_BundleCover.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-90553370045869918852023-01-17T18:00:00.002-05:002023-01-17T18:00:34.982-05:00Bringing the Neighborhood Tradition of 'You've Been Booed' to Your School Staff Each Month<p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 1.25em; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">When it comes to boosting staff morale, there's nothing quite like a little surprise and some friendly competition. That's why I'm excited to introduce a new staff exchange tradition: "<a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Monthly-Staff-SEL-Youve-Been-Booed-with-a-TWIST-9008696" target="_blank">You've Been Surprised!</a>"</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">For those unfamiliar with the tradition, "You've Been Booed" is a neighborhood game where one person leaves a small gift and a poem on a neighbor's doorstep, along with a sign that says "You've Been Booed." The recipient then hangs the sign in their window and pays the game forward by leaving gifts and signs for two more neighbors.</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I've created a monthly staff exchange pack that includes everything you need to kick off this fun tradition at your school - no matter the month! Each month, the pack includes four pages: an instruction page with gift ideas for that specific month, a direction page to pass along with your gift, a poem to add a festive touch, and a sign for the recipient to hang on their window or door.</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The themes for each month are designed to align with holidays and seasons, making it easy to incorporate into your school's calendar. January is "You've Been SNOWED," February is "You've Been HUGGED," March is "You've Been PINCHED," April is "You've Been EGGED," May is "You've Been SHINED," June is "You've Been SPLASHED," July is "You've Been SPARKLED," August is "You've Been SCHOOLED," September is "You've Been SCHOOLED" or "You've Been SPICED," October is "You've Been GHOSTED," November is "You've Been GOBBLED," and December is "You've Been JINGLED."</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the best things about this tradition is that it's completely optional. If a staff member doesn't want to participate, they can simply post an "opt-out" sign (included) on their door or window. This allows staff to choose to participate when they're feeling extra festive and want to spread some cheer without feeling obligated.</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I can't wait to see how this tradition brings your staff together and adds a little extra excitement to your school community. Happy "Surprising!"</p><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Monthly-Staff-SEL-Youve-Been-Booed-with-a-TWIST-9008696" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCSE3SqgVJV5I23HfB0NByi6Js1qRlPf-XNxBTikUoDL1zNcY9gSkb8kU86lLwM9XtSM1JN4RKe7lOwlE8uehgBKqaN5PmHE2tqPP9aQTpb6WNvVyEPjsN-wOmlTs0MAjr0c-PNQIiSxyM0cS_VlV-K1AnAd1RWAMECQ5mDMf9pkL-i3UC01Z7kvN8/w400-h400/Monthly_Staff_Surprises.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; background-color: #f7f7f8; border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; color: #374151; font-family: Söhne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Noto Sans", sans-serif, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; margin: 1.25em 0px 0px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-29852278319811621112022-04-05T21:33:00.001-04:002022-04-05T21:33:14.043-04:00Build a Reward Classroom Management<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Build-a-Reward-Digital-Classroom-Management-7936659" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwQshfWSQ3upTcSAwVAWBcbR3SYW3W0PQNUywHdcgzHIUY-0NB_K3C_eUrgl9vUJ3IJUyHiRpB9dL5Gi0e5RgJS5jy7GR_11UMYLIjDHGLIPs5zCizooHX5op6AEahY6iqQiWw1i6UVLYJneC3y-n2QWttstozB_nVdVdB-v7VeD9y2C_bsIum04o9/s320/BuildAReward_Cover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's that time of year. Everyone is restless. Spring fever is setting in. Classroom management needs a little reinforcement. If your students are anything like mine, they love working toward a goal, they love earning stickers, and they love a surprise. I combined all of these loves into my newest classroom management tool.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Build-a-Reward-Digital-Classroom-Management-7936659" target="_blank">Build a Reward</a> lets students work for a goal you set - this could be a specific behavior goal or it could just be the goal of earning "compliments" when out and about. Then, they earn a digital "sticker" each time they reach that goal.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Students get so excited to drag a "sticker" into place to build an object on one of the 20 scenes included in both the Google Slides and PowerPoint version of this resource.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigFp2TMQnmgZW-Iz7eFbgdNLr4q6b2gbCwEruSwSaDMfdP0Ql3Z-wghEiKWFrhtYAcz6us50AKeCV-WT7dEnudU0PxaXmbZbvUW0fvssgae-73quNgITBy_qbONHp3F3T6KdZb9sRmFwJUUa1tzo4Aq_wasZMZCrSPRi33NWRpIkWktFe33y_jTvWm/s1077/rocket.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="486" data-original-width="1077" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigFp2TMQnmgZW-Iz7eFbgdNLr4q6b2gbCwEruSwSaDMfdP0Ql3Z-wghEiKWFrhtYAcz6us50AKeCV-WT7dEnudU0PxaXmbZbvUW0fvssgae-73quNgITBy_qbONHp3F3T6KdZb9sRmFwJUUa1tzo4Aq_wasZMZCrSPRi33NWRpIkWktFe33y_jTvWm/w400-h180/rocket.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The 20 scenes include seasonal monthly scenes as well as some generic fun ones - plus, there are 10 more scenes coming! These scenes are editable, in that teachers can delete or duplicate the pieces to fit the specific needs of their classes. Each scene comes with 10 stickers, but if you want more or fewer - that's your choice!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">But, the best part? Once the scene is completed, students get to visit the PRIZE MACHINE. Who doesn't love to pick a prize from a machine!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2uNsOdCf72zeeIIAUFiphJ6gJDPbd-GK6B8rn77Rs-r8ZdFmnolv1Cc2BCMiDbqK5GCdN0qJkbpO0O6vpcOwiHf9BjG3ylemMwVae2Gaq0gdeKxvRRc_bTAA2zd4qAN0l1OfTUHfJb1Uy7v41Nb1POKiNLk0WzPqVGLZxKNLnz8mgpsLmTmSc0oQ_/s4000/Slide24.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="4000" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2uNsOdCf72zeeIIAUFiphJ6gJDPbd-GK6B8rn77Rs-r8ZdFmnolv1Cc2BCMiDbqK5GCdN0qJkbpO0O6vpcOwiHf9BjG3ylemMwVae2Gaq0gdeKxvRRc_bTAA2zd4qAN0l1OfTUHfJb1Uy7v41Nb1POKiNLk0WzPqVGLZxKNLnz8mgpsLmTmSc0oQ_/w400-h225/Slide24.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Students pick a prize by clicking on it and moving it (or deleting it) to reveal a secret number. The number will match one in the list and THAT is the prize the class earns! All reward text is editable so that you as the teacher can choose rewards that fit your needs. If you can't think of 20, just use 10 and repeat them all once.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, if you need to change up your classroom management to help combat spring fever, my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Build-a-Reward-Digital-Classroom-Management-7936659" target="_blank">Build a Reward</a> classroom management might be just the twist you need!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-75716175633670824822022-01-30T20:31:00.000-05:002022-01-30T20:31:06.642-05:0010 Valentine Activities for the Classroom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgb3ZnYe4ZMw9vtoqlQwwOwsMdG8SkxxHxStD-uG_PA2fSUqMJcW9qxE1B5SGTUf4wHe8ssxZmr9mL2UlyKnOlzGLZfr1naY40R9sgsLjNsQz2gQuhhSWzqEFalwCfb2ZJRgrn5XgZ4zlYzrcKEYt3h71KcU6-tm3xo6gkRUvusHMj3TcpCSC3MADXv=s4680" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4680" data-original-width="3120" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgb3ZnYe4ZMw9vtoqlQwwOwsMdG8SkxxHxStD-uG_PA2fSUqMJcW9qxE1B5SGTUf4wHe8ssxZmr9mL2UlyKnOlzGLZfr1naY40R9sgsLjNsQz2gQuhhSWzqEFalwCfb2ZJRgrn5XgZ4zlYzrcKEYt3h71KcU6-tm3xo6gkRUvusHMj3TcpCSC3MADXv=w266-h400" width="266" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div>Here are 10 activities for your elementary classroom that are sure to engage your students in Valentine fun while still covering the topics and skills they need.</div><div><br /></div><h2><b>1. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/February-Word-Problem-Workouts-Valentine-Exercises-6446556" target="_blank">Valentine Word Problem Workout</a><a href="s" target="_blank">s</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAuUqsao-BMe3KvvYx-OiyVeMPOlZX7-VWkifgla6hYCPSGJBaek1nrbAM7hhxJk9j26YuP0TaF3Nl8XwaevlSJMmtwPazexiJBfmgtuQFZI2U8KvvOlu3g_BmCi3JzarJeC8TCe7RWGKq6PUbeZWpn6anjADgcAtMRtksATEhUX0VHnKlRNKKr_ai=s2400" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAuUqsao-BMe3KvvYx-OiyVeMPOlZX7-VWkifgla6hYCPSGJBaek1nrbAM7hhxJk9j26YuP0TaF3Nl8XwaevlSJMmtwPazexiJBfmgtuQFZI2U8KvvOlu3g_BmCi3JzarJeC8TCe7RWGKq6PUbeZWpn6anjADgcAtMRtksATEhUX0VHnKlRNKKr_ai=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Your students will have fun following along with this video as they solve multi-step word problems and then do exercises that correlate to the answers. Fun holiday GIF characters lead them in their workouts!<div><br /></div><div><h2><b>2. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Books-Pixel-Art-Bundle-Distance-Learning-6299412" target="_blank">Valentine Pixel Art Comprehension</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Books-Pixel-Art-Bundle-Distance-Learning-6299412" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi7e4xGpZmUtNepf5WyQqnhWT5zCsnA01WxV7GcZ2U8gXvn_QUqjwYBejjSb_QL2sCP7wfs-xcwh_S3WVez3LU6EujjXx45We0suySgIgVMwEGZTMF3wrzYus5zH1rI2nAU-AI0FC6jCNRbDASyS-s7i4A83lOHxgw-f5giTJOnZ3Yxj6gDdPmuQGza=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Every teacher loves holiday read-alouds, right? After reading your favorite holiday books, let students complete these no-prep Valentine Pixel Art comprehension activities. As students answer questions about the book correctly, the picture will begin to reveal itself and students will be amazed!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>3. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Digital-Games-6894023" target="_blank">Valentine Digital Games</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Digital-Games-6894023" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhYPRzIvLihPMz7wTWyPGx_qpLXmMrq5uClNKzPiqKkKJkGCcvm24dGPdlhIhMVm6W1mgoKTcNVzlTkawT4lfHe-d37IUz-znFKC3AxkVt2qGvEaFmgDk1YSSMrGWM74T4bFg-pvQQGy0T4I4bstIrOE3ExKn-MUGSOCWjiK8ZshwRyJ290HQMWFG4c=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>With a pack full of digital games along with a directed drawing and origami craft, you will be SET for any downtime in the month of February. These activities are the perfect FUN fillers for those moments when you have 5 minutes to spare, or when it unexpectedly rains and you find yourself indoors for the day. Do yourself a favor and have these on standby this month!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>4. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Breakout-using-Google-Forms-7644761" target="_blank">Valentine Breakout</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Breakout-using-Google-Forms-7644761" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh4u3JD6woVchhU2icdBZvfmcwGOZ6Mdz4J3Bt1smjxE-A1R_xUaTDvXsdHftFpjsaln3G2TccODpv57-bjkbH5WKQJJ7dap0xx-W0kM2SNpvFlz_E8iYEMVB_LbLDyOpd6nst2VN5Wmv8VxkfcVDG_Z8-2eZfMGUISWqoHgWuLw12bS9tWKYQvQqKK=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>This Valentine Breakout is the perfect activity to save for Valentine's Day (or week). This breakout is unique in that it uses a Google Form so students do not need Google Accounts. Just provide them the link and they solve problems and riddles to unlock 4 locks to BREAKOUT in time for the Valentine Dance.</div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><b>5. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/February-Digital-Task-Cards-Flip-the-Deck-6384146" target="_blank">February Flip the Decks</a></b></h2><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/February-Digital-Task-Cards-Flip-the-Deck-6384146" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEil6ozIwKzHvdNjakQSItGi8xtMZbxLEWZeVvILmnB0I7ser1Rkkw8zmCdAIKe_eFc9u4iDMLRsNiNS9iktLAy5mlsAg3oBYidyGEYx90HuG0-XVtycCDlmFx1yzCz8LkRwyRBzZDapkFYDn6ciyKbJ_7Eo7y_i0ETNrrBlS_SKlFtO9SDNG9z7cQ8G=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Digital-Task-Cards-Flip-the-Deck-5998363" target="_blank">Flip the Decks</a> are the digital versions of <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Roam-the-Rooms-2130611" target="_blank">Roam the Rooms</a> - no matter which version you use, your students will love the ELA and Math practice with a Valentine twist! </div></div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>6. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Digital-Photo-Booth-Writing-Prompts-Distance-Learning-6429621" target="_blank">Valentine Digital Photo Booth</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNWcwBlvphRbLm7AL_dvhrdmSBTmEagIGtdHxvxfoBlH1ECXNSzuK6lTKBTf5_1Hyk9aYnVJ2CEweAfJbOMrvpRWQVANKWK3DVq_bRpzKy427Or7aClpqyaI87-SMlGHxUFhP5WGX1z82Xgb57oKQUSWOjbzgI8ldDo9ssw2wavaQN9nZfcyuQMWFy=s2400" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNWcwBlvphRbLm7AL_dvhrdmSBTmEagIGtdHxvxfoBlH1ECXNSzuK6lTKBTf5_1Hyk9aYnVJ2CEweAfJbOMrvpRWQVANKWK3DVq_bRpzKy427Or7aClpqyaI87-SMlGHxUFhP5WGX1z82Xgb57oKQUSWOjbzgI8ldDo9ssw2wavaQN9nZfcyuQMWFy=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>How do you make writing more engaging for students? Add a digital photo booth with it, of course! Students will write an emotion poem about something they love and snap a selfie to use in their illustration where they will drag and drop Valentine props onto their photo. A student tutorial is included with this resources, so no worries if your students are inexperienced with Google Slides!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>7. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/VALENTINE-Story-Response-Crafts-Bundle-February-Story-Craftivities-7633679" target="_blank">Valentine Story Response Crafts</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/VALENTINE-Story-Response-Crafts-Bundle-February-Story-Craftivities-7633679" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEip9s49qmSYCCNLZhp9pQkwJKiVITS2PP944CNRPtKjdeu2kFfUO306e4XIy7xPky35ZHoHaD6vOMoBASvRxZvtJaNR6ZUpqZtLauodnNirg8Lzi6kQaWbjyrgDQO0ccBwZda6YCUWvCcNQ9r8BDP4EcHkpNIYk-2hM8taVSvxwZMfUVq2HGgQlOQyW=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>One of the best things about holidays at school are walking through the halls and looking at the displays! Your Valentine display will be set with these story response crafts! We've picked 5 of the best holiday read-alouds and created a short story response along with a student craft to go along with the books. These are perfect for parent volunteers and substitutes, too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><h2><b>8. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/February-Glyphs-No-Prep-Activities-Valentine-Glyphs-7605692" target="_blank">February Glyphs</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/February-Glyphs-No-Prep-Activities-Valentine-Glyphs-7605692" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_JDvXUGI0hHJRb6XNawE69wyNEkc4xfrrLojeBxJQUPBSqT0ZWHxSDSvMCVkMFdOKTvuPJsj-plOgLr19OX5btgtpDfRcZY2PdO0awcrnlh5Wwa2hm39vBlaB2Q0S2skfHYrqSEPkZ05MGkfNuxGw2Nv-SI6BLy4EFs0gJej75kRoLaSdP8j5mKkF=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Glyphs are one of our favorite things to do with students. They're fun and engaging, require students to analyze data, help students get to know each other better, and leave you with a student created display. Win-win-win! These no-prep coloring glyphs are perfect for morning arrival time and center time, but also perfect to leave for a volunteer or sub!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>9. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Multiplication-Feed-Me-February-Edition-6908492" target="_blank">Feed the Monsters - Math Fact Fun</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Multiplication-Feed-Me-February-Edition-6908492" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3600" data-original-width="3600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjc-ztSCAFvZ4s3e5fdmlxGFzzBh8qRyHTeRnYV6h839AI7TrCKgweHn6p8wHbPXPqT4qe5fqzG4_Ql3puqM1WqOPnpt3MFN0wITFTPrsKGYae-0UYNWSS3vmCEFzMEpDJLBhtXuYPPa7Ov6XRXCbHw-3mpW1kQZxkfF4pHjdH0S4mrcmLaGYRonTWM=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>These Google Slides drag and drop math fact activities are perfect for center time or independent practice. They are available in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division versions for differentiation in the classroom.</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>10. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/DIGITAL-Valentine-Cards-Distance-Learning-6410341" target="_blank">Digital Valentine Cards</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/DIGITAL-Valentine-Cards-Distance-Learning-6410341" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="2400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEikH8uXpi84eoasa8QPmrxT4s-nPFWZYMRZNxQEgISs5jVYZknzROojwvWWMd2ghr9qzELFuFd5opcJiP_eAp69LiycXMbqvYYf8oij0BtTQLW7e2hVlYW6E1zQf5qKd3MOMwVnObCGshsNfjpDB5LQ7aXHCBNWrxknLFXBaBgwZxyPmSklqd4DQsd7=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Whether your students are in-person or virtual, they can all participate in the Valentine card exchange with these digital Valentine cards. Students can design and personalize their own card with drag and drop images. Take a peek at the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOWptX8j4tU&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank">student tutorial</a> that is included to see if this would be appropriate for your students.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If you have suggestions for other Valentine activities you would like to see included in this list, drop a comment to let us know.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhixZjXbv-tTHloatFZg_-159sNhM_BHsqQR0fESgpPrYxD1UqF8hNiH2XPSWp9zBwpp26i_5iKsMrOr1l0TiwTvxlXXRvfYPU7xmSg2ZmibzVrgI0NmD4InXC2mG3blEBcJZ-1-MeC8is/s1600/Signature+1.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhixZjXbv-tTHloatFZg_-159sNhM_BHsqQR0fESgpPrYxD1UqF8hNiH2XPSWp9zBwpp26i_5iKsMrOr1l0TiwTvxlXXRvfYPU7xmSg2ZmibzVrgI0NmD4InXC2mG3blEBcJZ-1-MeC8is/s1600/Signature+1.png" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>
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However, nothing is more frustrating than finding one to share with students, only to realize they can't access it. Many districts (without the knowledge of teachers) block students from accessing Google Sites that are not built within their district's own Google Domain. Now, some of these districts will "unblock" them temporarily if they confirm there is nothing offensive on them. But, other districts (mine included) will not be so willing to do this. While the reason is good (it keeps students safe when districts don't know who is controlling the content of those sites), it is oh so frustrating when the content is not only safe, but educational.</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">While some districts don't block Google Sites, they do block other elements of many breakout games, such as YouTube videos or files hosted privately.</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">After many frustrations with this, I decided to take matters into my own hands and create my own breakouts. But, I wanted to make sure they were not only accessible to my students, but any students. </div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b>Why Google Forms?</b></h3><h4 style="text-align: left;">Reason #1 - Access for Everyone</h4><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">By using Google Forms (instead of Google Sites), it ensures that all students have access to the breakout. A Google Form (in view mode) doesn't even require a Google login or account; therefore, it can be completed by anyone, on any type of device.</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Reason #2 - No Prep & Easy to Navigate</h4><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">By using Google Forms, any puzzles and/or problems can be embedded right into the form. This means students don't need to manager multiple tabs or pages - absolutely everything they need is there in one spot! This also makes it NO PREP for the teacher! #WinWin</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Reason #3 - Self-Checking Locks</h4><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">By using Google Forms, the lock codes become self-checking. Using the self-validation mode when setting up the GoogleForm, I have made it so that students cannot move on to the next lock without getting the current lock open. If students enter an incorrect answer, they will be prompted to "try again."</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Reason #4 - A Learning Record</h4><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">By using Google Forms, students' names and answers will be submitted to the teacher digitally where she will have a record of all learning that can be pulled up on a single spreadsheet. This can be used to track participation and trend in skills.</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">What does a typical Google Form Breakout look like?</h3><div>Let's take a look at my Christmas breakout as an example:</div><div><br /></div><div>When students begin, they will have a brief introduction, setting them up for the task.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8aismP75ipoDrEeKTZrT-Gl0qE_1NNKSg-7m00IewE0N9mitcM_quRtDWER255qpPvDtF3TYwv9kinEHQaOX2_GO1Jffe3BYNbM3AwlFt-8iXEGRRvfbElu8CsidVwfCuzY1GO3jWdWU/s2048/Slide2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8aismP75ipoDrEeKTZrT-Gl0qE_1NNKSg-7m00IewE0N9mitcM_quRtDWER255qpPvDtF3TYwv9kinEHQaOX2_GO1Jffe3BYNbM3AwlFt-8iXEGRRvfbElu8CsidVwfCuzY1GO3jWdWU/w640-h360/Slide2.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>Then, there will be 4 locks to unlock - a Letter Lock, a Number Lock, a direction lock, and a Word Lock. Let's see an example from each.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Letter Lock Sample</h3><div>Students must discover what present is in each of 5 boxes. Then put the first letter of each present in ABC order to find this lock code.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigtBiO4EBcwCAKbMJhCfsxbPQSJ5C6DqWpArUSSsghvBDQxuQg1U3fxq4w_8KudY0eSUpJzFp0NzxMXuIAoTtgDXpfB8c143Mywx42Of8PmgiZ_944TenO0EDIZ2CSypf_UEQS3arufqo/s2048/Slide15.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigtBiO4EBcwCAKbMJhCfsxbPQSJ5C6DqWpArUSSsghvBDQxuQg1U3fxq4w_8KudY0eSUpJzFp0NzxMXuIAoTtgDXpfB8c143Mywx42Of8PmgiZ_944TenO0EDIZ2CSypf_UEQS3arufqo/w640-h360/Slide15.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Number Lock Sample</h3><div><br /></div><div>Students must find the missing number from each of 5 light patterns.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNdZgUCKpcGoCjj-0Nbi1weu2iLRP9A01a_obqNRE5vOGUXJvboJUTz6yBs2c50Y1aVZhNIhyphenhyphenoR-qJyhEsBB6fM3H2y2kz_xrdLRhXdJXYL_Hrl4JoPCn4Lb1_PvASJTyueBPGXwzNHX0/s2048/Slide5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNdZgUCKpcGoCjj-0Nbi1weu2iLRP9A01a_obqNRE5vOGUXJvboJUTz6yBs2c50Y1aVZhNIhyphenhyphenoR-qJyhEsBB6fM3H2y2kz_xrdLRhXdJXYL_Hrl4JoPCn4Lb1_PvASJTyueBPGXwzNHX0/w640-h360/Slide5.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Direction Lock Sample</h3><div><br /></div><div>Students must find which direction a candy cane was passed through a grid of reindeer based on 6 clues.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFsxqyZQpInnH7LOWT4j_yXch8dY70S0GQp8Q6qGrMpvYKcRQBx1OrrARk9bu9SujfD0s-AKHCJnUSYmx4fe1-pQk_YIGhWjv3p9K_brCbiCdKN2CE2j-mWD1wbQCKI-WbUcVk2RR7awo/s2048/Slide14.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFsxqyZQpInnH7LOWT4j_yXch8dY70S0GQp8Q6qGrMpvYKcRQBx1OrrARk9bu9SujfD0s-AKHCJnUSYmx4fe1-pQk_YIGhWjv3p9K_brCbiCdKN2CE2j-mWD1wbQCKI-WbUcVk2RR7awo/w640-h360/Slide14.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Word Lock Sample</h4><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">Students must find the ONE word missing on the compound tree puzzle that could be used to make a compound word with both the word before it and the word after it.</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWM2T2r16f9Uyamf7dIFix_GrNswYp_HMlT2jT4zvQ83IOd-sEtZKSCAkDLIx8c9i9HrKt08H63wTyWPsVEVuBRHjWAxEJIX68hE44kM8fa30DmYVwRNEhu40RUYORI8TRgWcdQNTRdhk/s2048/Slide10.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWM2T2r16f9Uyamf7dIFix_GrNswYp_HMlT2jT4zvQ83IOd-sEtZKSCAkDLIx8c9i9HrKt08H63wTyWPsVEVuBRHjWAxEJIX68hE44kM8fa30DmYVwRNEhu40RUYORI8TRgWcdQNTRdhk/w640-h360/Slide10.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;">This is just one sample, but most of my breakout games are similar to this in format. I recommend having students work on the breakouts in groups of 2-3 students. This gives students help and support while allowing them to use each other's strengths. If it is your class's first time doing a breakout, I would even recommend doing it together as a whole class to let students understand the format. Once they've experienced one, they'll have the hang of it!</div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Holiday-Breakouts-using-Google-Forms-7366502" target="_blank">By grabbing my Holiday Breakouts using Google Forms early, you get all future additions for FREE!</a></div><div class="separator" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>
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<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-9404844525379524682021-10-19T19:30:00.003-04:002021-10-19T19:30:50.029-04:0010 Halloween Activities for the Classroom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG4IxpdBasPLA-91KlfDKDlln01LWG2yeeC4MB7_YD1ZC7_PoxLDrseP9eIhudI4KH_wcBm1PdIbF3d3vxeaapiZ6rYryqkPHU4BulA_zFRnadRTZIQ0vnmIKy9NMRZrk7WRm_VuNMOBQ/s2048/OctoberActivities.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG4IxpdBasPLA-91KlfDKDlln01LWG2yeeC4MB7_YD1ZC7_PoxLDrseP9eIhudI4KH_wcBm1PdIbF3d3vxeaapiZ6rYryqkPHU4BulA_zFRnadRTZIQ0vnmIKy9NMRZrk7WRm_VuNMOBQ/w266-h400/OctoberActivities.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><br /><div>Here are 10 activities for your elementary classroom that are sure to engage your students in Halloween fun while still covering the topics and skills they need.</div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><b>1. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Word-Problem-Workouts-Halloween-Exercise-6958475" target="_blank">October Word Problem Workouts</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Word-Problem-Workouts-Halloween-Exercise-6958475" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHmXVTR2l58JiqtHUBO83ntGkE-_3rHLjzudWPenvoHsUIpCTVrk5TTNIszyQFb077YHShgexcNQEGkRNpvHo5bc8SAJXP5k5bh-YamSvqu1jlcHd2oqIfkO9xDeudzRHytjQnjNjglWA/s320/October_WordProblemWorkouts_Product.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br />
<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Your students will have fun following along with this video as they solve multi-step word problems and then do exercises that correlate to the answers. Fun holiday GIF characters lead them in their workouts!<div><br /></div><div><h2><b>2. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Books-Pixel-Magic-Bundle-Distance-Learning-6725528" target="_blank">Halloween Pixel Art Comprehension</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Books-Pixel-Magic-Bundle-Distance-Learning-6725528" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh9hNrsPK9QmBb7qmwd06oiLNCi_fi4fPueUg4sLkreXB_GKJoXfX12M1-l-u3tfF1ew6HJsrmnRcGDScHS1wGf46TWnlUUV7gRPIQAPHGQcnI5go2OPfm_QBk6nGWCc3k8_GgUy8d_yk/s320/OctoberBooksUnit_PixelMagicCover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Every teacher loves holiday read-alouds, right? After reading your favorite holiday books, let students complete these no-prep Halloween Pixel Art comprehension activities. As students answer questions about the book correctly, the picture will begin to reveal itself and students will be amazed!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>3. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Digital-Games-6877622" target="_blank">Halloween Digital Games</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Digital-Games-6877622" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVKozDlwY1Pzql-53xMyO_iu_VaIxVGHGRvo9nM4OQRnJ3HDuaPej6rgDKZ2WN8BCI3VsFHfHNIJDreV4vBmHVC5ouuNzRfNMnq9SGSFrOFU3RXhkIXWW7ozsI2f03PASe4VpsrLd02IQ/s320/DigitalGames_Halloween.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>With a pack full of digital games along with a directed drawing and origami craft, you will be SET for any downtime in the month of October. These activities are the perfect FUN fillers for those moments when you have 5 minutes to spare, or when it unexpectedly rains and you find yourself indoors for the day. Do yourself a favor and have these on standby this month!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>4. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Breakout-Google-Forms-7309036" target="_blank">Halloween Breakout</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Breakout-Google-Forms-7309036" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLVV_EKnYUYWAlcqQITXbG2Skbcd9ziXxPr7RDaxgTrXHEy_X_Ddqg_xyKXrL5hKCSnPm5d0sauE_v82pj-8j5WRMy8XWUz2ev-CuWKkalSlvPxGcWd7dF3R2rVcL1zGQiZPKLzzNq2tY/s320/HalloweenBreakoutCover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>This Halloween Breakout is the perfect activity to save for Halloween day (or week). This breakout is unique in that it uses a Google Form so students do not need Google Accounts. Just provide them the link and they solve problems and riddles to unlock 4 locks to BREAKOUT in time for trick-or-treating.</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>5. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Digital-Task-Cards-Flip-the-Deck-5998363" target="_blank">October Flip the Decks</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Digital-Task-Cards-Flip-the-Deck-5998363" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT1zvQtQ876boOcmIrCQpzXT5BHz6WhkFZbVzxsDXhhtcGk371NxD3OghzbmsyUIJ-bWgqKfxz3jY3UKAO9gCzaqobL6qKIiN3utMYmbj3CvTm512VDCFl0KBCLOnamEDpwbzgA5Qodzs/s320/FlipTheDecks_October.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Digital-Task-Cards-Flip-the-Deck-5998363" target="_blank">Flip the Decks</a> are the digital versions of <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Roam-the-Rooms-2130611" target="_blank">Roam the Rooms</a> - no matter which version you use, your students will love the ELA and Math practice with a Halloween twist! </div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>6. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Digital-Photo-Booth-Writing-Prompt-7042586" target="_blank">Halloween Digital Photo Booth</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Digital-Photo-Booth-Writing-Prompt-7042586" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOgIfgkkOsrkK7bgRJvY5HLMyBb-joEwd0AAS0U97EvCkfnl_73bn6ZXJOgOa5oDoHV3zTbCq8krJvhNNUGNrdVzYtSH7YZg9Qw90tYgDsKFAxVpSDEFEFa9kgFlowhRLGoTEMeQiZNyo/s320/PhotoBooth_WritingPrompts_Halloween_Product.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>How do you make writing more engaging for students? Add a digital photo booth with it, of course! Students will write about a haunted house and snap a selfie to use in their illustration where they will drag and drop Halloween props onto their photo. A student tutorial is included with this resources, so no worries if your students are inexperienced with Google Slides!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>7. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/OCTOBER-Story-Response-Crafts-Bundle-Halloween-Story-Crafts-7116376" target="_blank">Halloween Story Response Crafts</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/OCTOBER-Story-Response-Crafts-Bundle-Halloween-Story-Crafts-7116376" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSSVVS9WYtS3JrpHzY1WgN0Bl9-wYS2YewklUiY1OBS_aOeGkibfHE1R59S7onftSF0XGmeE-5fwBsqhDITQp3OuMwzM1mgqjmRC6DUDaDpYSC57R_0UA6Sn2Kzp1JsywrMh01b3mzaqo/s320/OctoberStoryResponseCrafts_BundleCover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>One of the best things about holidays at school are walking through the halls and looking at the displays! Your Halloween display will be set with these story response crafts! We've picked 5 of the best holiday read-alouds and created a short story response along with a student craft to go along with the books. These are perfect for parent volunteers and substitutes, too!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>8. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Glyphs-No-Prep-Activities-October-Glyphs-7205311" target="_blank">October Glyphs</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Glyphs-No-Prep-Activities-October-Glyphs-7205311" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_ptzIU8YHlumsdZbK0sihyphenhyphen141NCYEs0j4OENwQii93O4mSy-cryJyS6LIMa_AwVmYzwwfmozWsf9lCJG6AIIeN9khZK0f_kgTDB5t9R6gKWby4M8jMynq63DbJ8vbAYs0qjxVYtw1ohY/s320/OctoberGlyphsCover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Glyphs are one of our favorite things to do with students. They're fun and engaging, require students to analyze data, help students get to know each other better, and leave you with a student created display. Win-win-win! These no-prep coloring glyphs are perfect for morning arrival time and center time, but also perfect to leave for a volunteer or sub!</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>9. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Multiplication-Feed-Me-October-Edition-6905635" target="_blank">Feed the Monsters - Math Fact Fun</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Multiplication-Feed-Me-October-Edition-6905635" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisUU3ygxTvbfa_w6477iBpSVeG_5F5OlhbHbDnMaikD0moPPBkatFP0FudV4pwGaGqh84BHhqlmqSTNAc_4tdfrzEA9J7s1b3LVgpedF1JYsurvMOE5z6NBXr9wBryeG88NCZUmryHVHA/s320/October_FeedMe_Multiplication_Product.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>These Google Slides drag and drop math fact activities are perfect for center time or independent practice. They are available in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division versions for differentiation in the classroom.</div><div><br /></div><div><h2><b>10. <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Big-Poems-of-the-Week-Digital-Version-Included-Distance-Learning-2081500" target="_blank">October Poems</a></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-Big-Poems-of-the-Week-Digital-Version-Included-Distance-Learning-2081500" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="527" data-original-width="527" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAiInlHYyl4Fpx1vpHXl2VOqYTfURQtNxiEQ4h9isZOcbP8POhGwgZ9n8XdEemmiswW28df2TFnTN9qV89mpUGmvpUih8XgIaJB93dOWMv-cHQ05hwk00a1M85GQFVrZ-Zt9HRjvphiF4/s320/octpoems.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />While these poems aren't exactly Halloween-themed, there is a bat poem included and well, we just think the 10 interactive activities included to complete with each poem is enough to keep any student engaged regardless of the topic! We think these are a must for every month of the year!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If you have suggestions for other Halloween activities you would like to see included in this list, drop a comment to let us know.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />
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It's that love-hate relationship, am I right? You want something students can complete independently, but you want it to be meaningful. You want something engaging, but you want it skill-related. You also don't want one more thing to prep, but you need it to be organized for your students.<div><br /></div><div>Let me introduce you to my new <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Print-No-Prep-Build-Your-Own-Morning-Work-BundlePowerPoint-Google-Slides-6953466" target="_blank">Build Your Own Week Morning Work</a></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>What Does Build Your Own Week Mean?</b></div><div>This series will include a slideshow to use for each day of the week. By having a different activity each day, students will not get bored with their morning work. Each day will stay fresh and engaging. But, that's not enough. I'm actually including several options for each day of the week. Now, you can't (or probably won't) use more than one option a day, but by giving you different options it ensures that you can choose the skill that fits your particular students best and it gives you the option of changing that focus throughout the year, if needed. So, by looking at all of the different options, you can <b>Build Your Own Week</b> with your morning work! I've included skills that focus on writing, words, and math so that students are getting a well-rounded experience.</div><div><br /></div><div>The daily slides are no print and no prep. Just project the slide on your board and students will complete the task in a notebook or journal. Each slide has the directions on the left side and a modeled layout to guide students on the right side. Each slide also has instrumental music embedded that can be played with the click of a button.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>What Different Options Are Included?</b></div><div>Let's take a look at the different options -</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjfYQAU3cbHoNv9fdAbbraEe2c4IOYILEvz3uSyuan2ZZOeGgma2jfIMAcALl3y4UYpnGOcd_8JW_eZWYdWPFyIv679aApzmVisKwelyGAMwvXD3mLvC185up2f6YxZub8noLjrYhzSLc/s2048/01MakingWordsMonday2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjfYQAU3cbHoNv9fdAbbraEe2c4IOYILEvz3uSyuan2ZZOeGgma2jfIMAcALl3y4UYpnGOcd_8JW_eZWYdWPFyIv679aApzmVisKwelyGAMwvXD3mLvC185up2f6YxZub8noLjrYhzSLc/w320-h180/01MakingWordsMonday2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Making Words Monday</u></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Making Words Monday has 40 slides in which students will use the letters from a big word to make smaller words. They'll sort their words by the number of letters and see how many they can make. This practice of making words gives students practice with manipulating letters which strengthens their ability to sequence sounds heard in words.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHidbXTzxAD-LMQLDpzcBee4F5fGPcT4-ewZKvoZqwdzZ0E58rXBuwhyphenhypheniU534MaGl9NU2diaMVAFXqWwzJYw1qm88w9hWUFx0f3a_xyqMMmkhv-N-aotaVMOWgIV0MezAJcbjD_FSrbuw/s2048/01MondayMemories2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHidbXTzxAD-LMQLDpzcBee4F5fGPcT4-ewZKvoZqwdzZ0E58rXBuwhyphenhypheniU534MaGl9NU2diaMVAFXqWwzJYw1qm88w9hWUFx0f3a_xyqMMmkhv-N-aotaVMOWgIV0MezAJcbjD_FSrbuw/s320/01MondayMemories2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Monday Memories</u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px; text-align: start;">Monday Memories gives students a personal narrative topic to write about and illustrate. The topics are general so that all students can pull from their experiences for writing.</p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px; text-align: start;"><br /></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px; text-align: start;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh11mVdarlEzm3D-2E6Vq7rgiZ6Ofc8BiVepPs339QA6cAgcgAbOWxFeVfVHFGq2JmvlOvcm6TjG92mK3BhuPBUG7AJQpuVqU6gabzQl6zKIs0qkhk7RYC_ZZan4fFbwXU-W00tCRiMLcc/s2048/02TeachItTuesday1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh11mVdarlEzm3D-2E6Vq7rgiZ6Ofc8BiVepPs339QA6cAgcgAbOWxFeVfVHFGq2JmvlOvcm6TjG92mK3BhuPBUG7AJQpuVqU6gabzQl6zKIs0qkhk7RYC_ZZan4fFbwXU-W00tCRiMLcc/s320/02TeachItTuesday1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px; text-align: center;"><u>Teach It Tuesday</u></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: start;">Teach It Tuesday slides give students a chance to be the teacher as they teach their classmates "how to" do something through their writing. Students are asked to write and draw in sequential steps using transitional words from the word bank provided. This is a great way to strengthen how-to writing.</span></p><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4y0gntSPxXuOLbMN4xYU-S6D88a9mqwRpcwfNsWH2tJ1sCwb1G1022JY4Hma5Wv0pPEUURkPOsZm3pTVieE6tALiZZICPzXgyTRejL8l7TLFTuVkBf1bF7sq9ySVYRCgz0I_wbIsS37g/s2048/02TalkAboutItTuesday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4y0gntSPxXuOLbMN4xYU-S6D88a9mqwRpcwfNsWH2tJ1sCwb1G1022JY4Hma5Wv0pPEUURkPOsZm3pTVieE6tALiZZICPzXgyTRejL8l7TLFTuVkBf1bF7sq9ySVYRCgz0I_wbIsS37g/s320/02TalkAboutItTuesday.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Talk About It Tuesday</u></div><div style="text-align: center;">This option gives students practice with those speaking skills that are often formally overlooked in the classroom. Students get with a partner and talk about a topic provided - the catch is that they must stay on topic! Question prompts are provided to help them along if there's a lull in the conversation.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5xtP0TNKQuhunoHvw0csM2Qf94rDIYPPU702jSjMEQHbhEEUHFqFj3kIEQ-ydgS0mmq7kS-ZnP2vylrnoaBM1Iq56URt-K9cpe4gzlOPUhPeMhvsjTYgGY_KMFkaxsZ9Sk6X3pxZxvZk/s2048/03WorkoutWednesday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5xtP0TNKQuhunoHvw0csM2Qf94rDIYPPU702jSjMEQHbhEEUHFqFj3kIEQ-ydgS0mmq7kS-ZnP2vylrnoaBM1Iq56URt-K9cpe4gzlOPUhPeMhvsjTYgGY_KMFkaxsZ9Sk6X3pxZxvZk/s320/03WorkoutWednesday.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Workout Wednesday</u></div><div style="text-align: center;">Workout Wednesday lets students workout their brains and bodies! First, students solve a logic puzzle (working out their brain) and then they do an exercise that correlates with the answer to the logic puzzle (working out their bodies). </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ0t6Fga1rajz8wMKVESwKHBuOwFRZKSR-VpxNnRMPPtCxr6sm8ueQ8Dfw6XOSrGddVAYtwvkQNW47N_gC-zc-UKhAfv52mpY5mg4JnGQk1r_Xhn9wYb9nnng6CEvOscFGb9WBcNWQ-2I/s2048/03WednesdayWordWork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ0t6Fga1rajz8wMKVESwKHBuOwFRZKSR-VpxNnRMPPtCxr6sm8ueQ8Dfw6XOSrGddVAYtwvkQNW47N_gC-zc-UKhAfv52mpY5mg4JnGQk1r_Xhn9wYb9nnng6CEvOscFGb9WBcNWQ-2I/s320/03WednesdayWordWork.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Wednesday Word Work</u></div><div style="text-align: center;">Wednesday Word Work asks students to brainstorm both synonyms and antonyms of a common word. Students could even be allowed to use a thesaurus to complete this. Then, they use one of the new synonyms and one of the new antonyms in a sentence that shows meaning.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh46QZrhfvDvZE2QId3vRH8oSQnfaDeL4LhrHsRU_12k8xyAeFqOnK67WAy3zU4of6BHCq63o7v-YYrFu7STiN6py7CJHuPyJgByqXtBIfr_-a-4VTvEi_FXxrOIvnjlzo3m9Sm_3U82WY/s2048/04ThankYouThursday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh46QZrhfvDvZE2QId3vRH8oSQnfaDeL4LhrHsRU_12k8xyAeFqOnK67WAy3zU4of6BHCq63o7v-YYrFu7STiN6py7CJHuPyJgByqXtBIfr_-a-4VTvEi_FXxrOIvnjlzo3m9Sm_3U82WY/s320/04ThankYouThursday.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Thank You Thursday</u></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank You Thursday helps students spread a little kindness while also practicing their letter writing skills. 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These are just the daily segments that are in the works now. I will be creating (at least one) more daily segment(s) for each day of the week - those topics will be announced at a later date!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Why Should I Jump On This Resource Now?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">By purchasing the bundle, you save 30% off individual products. Plus, this is a GROWING bundle which means that you can buy it now with only a few pieces in and receive ALL FUTURE segments for FREE! As of this post, you can grab this bundle for $6 but it will be a $45 value once complete! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">What are you waiting for? Run and grab everything you need to <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Print-No-Prep-Build-Your-Own-Morning-Work-BundlePowerPoint-Google-Slides-6953466" target="_blank">Build Your Own Morning Work</a> and be set for the entire year!</div><br />
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<br /></div>Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-63322393051347366762021-04-25T21:39:00.004-04:002021-04-25T21:39:33.027-04:00Last Day of School FUNI am determined to make the end of this school year as stress-free as possible. This is always my intent, but it never seems to happen. This year I'm being purposeful about it.<div><br /></div><div>Let me help you have a stress-free last day of school, too! I've created a set of 6 digital games that are absolutely NO PREP and ready to use. They will keep your students engaged and give you a little classroom community bonding time one last time.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Games-for-End-of-the-Year-Fun-6814072" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm0r9ZzBD1nLfGrSWjIzIKU9rlFqYRmvY2A310afUF3uRbi4THPMq7SktgT2E2Qe6C-cV1557kzyHSpqzj7tkVOhGLNiEP7G7mpVzXUFTzuJwRly5qgtGePIiRd1twhLK_4-RaZanGnpI/s320/DigitalGames_SummerEdition_Product.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Games-for-End-of-the-Year-Fun-6814072" target="_blank">Shop This Resource Here</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The 6 games (plus a bonus directed drawing and a bonus origami craft) are all perfect for both in-person teaching and distance learning. Here's what is included: </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;">1) <span style="background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: 600; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Find It!</span> - In this game, there are two cards filled with summer images on each slide. There is ONE image that the two cards share in common and students try to be the first to find it.</p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;">2) <span style="background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: 600; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Oh Snap!</span> - In this game, students get a glimpse of a portion of a picture "up close" and must use their inferencing skills to figure out the image before it is revealed on the next slide.</p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;">3) <span style="background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: 600; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Pic Puzzlers</span> - In this game, students will see a series of pictures that must be put together to form a word or phrase. Students must first determine what the individual pictures are showing and then add them together to find the answer.</p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;">4) <span style="background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: 600; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Riddle Me This</span> - Who doesn't love a good joke? This is a compilation of the best jokes for the season. Students will see if they can solve before the answer is revealed.</p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;">5) <span style="background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: 600; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Would You Rather...</span> - Each slide will pose two options for students and they must decide which they would rather do. Students can show this with the hand signal shown, making it perfect for in-person or distance learning.</p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #222222; font-family: "Proxima Nova", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0px; min-height: 1.3em; padding: 0px;">6) <span style="background-repeat: no-repeat; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: 600; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Word Nerds</span> - In this game, students put their word-making skills to work as they use scrambled letters to spell any and all words possible. The ultimate goal is to figure out the mystery word that uses all letter tiles given.</p><div><br /></div><div><u style="font-weight: bold;">BONUS #1:</u><span style="font-weight: bold;"> - Directed Drawing</span> - Students will draw a coral reef scene</div><div><br /></div><div><u style="font-weight: bold;">BONUS #2:</u> - <b>Origami Craft</b> - Students will create a sea turtle origami craft</div><div><br /></div><div>With everything planned and ready to go - and no copies to make or supplies to organize, the last day of school will *hopefully* be stress-free and FUN! </div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br />
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<br />View this <a href="https://youtu.be/OXHFeaQeRNo" target="_blank">sample of a Monday Mysteries segment</a> to see what it's all about - and to see if you can figure out the book character thief!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYr0LLd8ddEG3IzIB_KEFAumooXjzst9sOZkKPs3xhzOpLZdnSy1ueHLsKUKyoEvo7DNNB30UqVJDqhIDmflKH0KAB-1PbdmZJJA1c6qOANejHkuaW2s8rVMy48hZUF5qgpqAS92CrUV0/s2048/READFIRST_TuesdayTravels.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYr0LLd8ddEG3IzIB_KEFAumooXjzst9sOZkKPs3xhzOpLZdnSy1ueHLsKUKyoEvo7DNNB30UqVJDqhIDmflKH0KAB-1PbdmZJJA1c6qOANejHkuaW2s8rVMy48hZUF5qgpqAS92CrUV0/s320/READFIRST_TuesdayTravels.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Tuesday Travels consists of a short video clip that shows students a photograph of a place in the world. Then, four clues are given. Students must use the photograph along with the four clues to figure out the weekly destination. This is the perfect chance for students to have an introduction to online research, using the clues to help guide them. This series also comes with slips students could use to write their guesses. There is a second short video clip that can be played to reveal the destination to students. This series also includes image files of the clues and the destination reveal for an alternate option.</div><div><br /></div><div>The first 20 videos in this series are places located in the United States, while the final 20 places venture around the world. See all destinations used in the <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Tuesday-Travels-Video-Segment-Series-Morning-News-6497661" target="_blank">product listing</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>View this sample of a <a href="https://youtu.be/s3RtV5e1_hY" target="_blank">Tuesday Travels segment</a> to see what this segment is all about.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD4sDjhCNaWQVcTN2VyqBrrxbdox7Pw334nb06woEuLrBBDex_BSQbrqkQJbB4PAn9bezRaO3-c0Imy3po4_HF1hV_0_ALJVD-cI8xNQQNhKI24VEuE7rMoF5JR5wifZTSUM-uqd3FJKQ/s2048/WebcamWednesday_Cover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD4sDjhCNaWQVcTN2VyqBrrxbdox7Pw334nb06woEuLrBBDex_BSQbrqkQJbB4PAn9bezRaO3-c0Imy3po4_HF1hV_0_ALJVD-cI8xNQQNhKI24VEuE7rMoF5JR5wifZTSUM-uqd3FJKQ/s320/WebcamWednesday_Cover.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>It's Webcam Wednesday! And on Wednesdays, students are shown a short video clip that provides a photograph of an animal along with some interesting facts. Then, they are given a webcam to view - watching an animal in its habitat is always a hit with students! At our school, we leave the webcam streaming all day after our news program so that classes can "check in" on it whenever they have time throughout the day. If you were using this in the classroom, you could check in on the webcam during transitions, at recess/lunch, or during dismissal time - or all of the above. :) </div><div><br /></div><div>This series also includes a Google Slides version that can be shared with students so that they can check in on the webcam on their own - perfect for distance learning. See all animals used in this <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Webcam-Wednesday-Video-Segment-Series-6493201" target="_blank">product listing</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>View this <a href="https://youtu.be/ByM9EgXaUDE" target="_blank">sample of Webcam Wednesday</a> to see what this segment is all about. (Webcam links are provided in a single PDF document for the teacher's ease of use.)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieEA2EhJwQYiJhTh9kM-_u04xuXSj4sZe8znLuL2jEvr7e40J3uGmUZD3tEsww2FKq9XeV1gMf74Dme7zQ1q0PtWBWKnCE_zv7nNkUmudj6-a9DqRVRUxqLkUl2oTU33eSfv4omXLmT5Q/s2048/TOT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieEA2EhJwQYiJhTh9kM-_u04xuXSj4sZe8znLuL2jEvr7e40J3uGmUZD3tEsww2FKq9XeV1gMf74Dme7zQ1q0PtWBWKnCE_zv7nNkUmudj6-a9DqRVRUxqLkUl2oTU33eSfv4omXLmT5Q/s320/TOT.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Thumbs Out Thursday shows students a short video that poses a question, followed by 10 photographs of answer choices. Students are asked to take out their thumbs today and give a thumbs UP or a thumbs DOWN to each answer choice in the video. This provides a QUICK and easy way for students to get to know their classmates better and build relationships. See a list of all topics used in this <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Thumbs-Out-Thursday-Video-Segment-Series-6501630" target="_blank">product listing</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>View this <a href="https://youtu.be/ifMQs2Lr8cQ" target="_blank">sample of Thumbs Out Thursday</a> to see what this segment is all about.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_iR_2lyvruM1ixUqR9CWOrL5HHwfVEq1An2jhoacI0hDDSdkKu2rQjE0Gq_87Sn0e2KSOO78NbBVJirfCNAtFH-uVHI1woT9y5iPMu2CdhmPb1AVVlddb4BHjJwzEfpAK_k7UDrwnBUk/s2048/READFIRST_FakeNewsFriday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_iR_2lyvruM1ixUqR9CWOrL5HHwfVEq1An2jhoacI0hDDSdkKu2rQjE0Gq_87Sn0e2KSOO78NbBVJirfCNAtFH-uVHI1woT9y5iPMu2CdhmPb1AVVlddb4BHjJwzEfpAK_k7UDrwnBUk/s320/READFIRST_FakeNewsFriday.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Fake News Friday is probably the biggest hit at my school. In this series, students are asked a question and posted two facts - one true fact and one false fact. Students must try to decipher the real news from the fake news. This is a great introduction to realizing that you can't believe everything you read - especially on the Internet. See a list of all topics used in this <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Fake-News-Friday-Video-Segment-Series-6506015" target="_blank">product listing</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>View this <a href="https://youtu.be/z2_pOpm1emk" target="_blank">sample Fake News Friday</a> to see what this segment is all about.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If you're looking for daily segments for your morning meetings, schools news show, or engaging brain breaks I hope these will fit your need. You can save 25% by purchasing the entire <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Daily-News-Segments-A-Video-Series-6541248" target="_blank">Daily News Segments Bundle here</a>. 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If you've been following me on social media, you've probably seen that I am completely and utterly obsessed with Pixel Art activities at the moment. I used these activities with students in grades 3-5 in the past and they ATE THEM UP! I even had one 5th grader who loved them so much she taught herself how to code a simple one over winter break. She was so proud of herself and I was too! <3<br />
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With everything moving digital I wanted to find a way to use them with younger students as well as older students. I've even started creating Pixel Magic activities to go along with picture and chapter books and I've been having way too much fun with it! I can't wait to get back to school next year and use these with students...and the great thing is, no matter what our school situation looks like - back in the classroom or remote learning - these will be easy to use with students!<br />
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If you are not familiar with Pixel Art, it uses Google Sheets to "bring in" squares of color a few at a time as students enter correct answers until finally an entire picture is revealed. One of my favorite things about Pixel Art is that it is an independent and self-checking activity. Since the bits of color appear when correct answers are entered, students will know if they entered an incorrect answer since nothing new will appear. They will then know to try again!<br />
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Students will need access to Google Sheets (or Microsoft Excel) to do these activities. If you're a Google school, the activities are super easy to share through Google Classroom. If your students don't have access to Google Classroom and don't have their own Google accounts, you can use them as centers in your classroom on your own or a class Google account that you create. The activities can also be download from Google Sheets as Excel files to share with your students that way, if preferred.<br />
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It's important to know that when entering the answers into the sheet, answers DO need to be spelled correctly. The answers are not case-sensitive, but spelling matters. That can be difficult for the younger learners especially, so I'm going to share an app that I've used for years in my classroom for this.<br />
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Easy Spelling Aid is an app that is available on both The App Store and Google Play. It is $4.99 in the app store on my ipad right now and honestly it was the best five bucks I've ever spent on my classroom. I've used it for years for writing workshop. You know how you have those students who are perfectionists and want every single word spelled correctly? I would have this on my tablets as an option during the revising stage. It's SO easy to use - students simply tap the microphone, say the word, and it repeats the word and displays the spelling. There are a lot of other features to this app that are helpful for dyslexic students, also.<br />
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With my Pixel Magic Book sets, I have made them available in <b>GROWING</b> bundles, which means after purchasing, you will receive ALL future book activities added for FREE. I only promised 12 picture book activities and that bundle is already up to 40!<br />
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By purchasing the complete <b>GROWING</b> bundles you also get the deepest discount (50% off) at only $1 per activity.<br />
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You can click on this image to see the description which includes all current titles included:<br />
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Since the picture book set has grown so large, I've also divided it up into <b>MINI bundles</b> of 10 books each. By purchasing the mini bundles, you receive a 25% discount ($1.50/each activity)<br />
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And, of course I still have Pixel Magic activities that are separate from books. My <b>Yearlong Research Bundle</b> (grades 3-5) includes one activity per month that has students visit and read/research from a website to find answers to questions on a seasonal topic.<br />
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And my <b>Primary Pixel Magic</b> bundle has 3 versions for each image - basic addition, basic subtraction, and word riddles - no research required!<br />
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If you're new to pixel art and would like to try one of my resources for FREE, check out the versions below.<br />
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I hope this is a new digital activity that you and your students will LOVE!<br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-32406098243257039912020-04-13T09:00:00.000-04:002020-04-13T09:00:08.451-04:00Teacher Picks for Parents for Remote Learning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Now that students are learning remotely from home, it's important that teachers help parents have the learning essentials for their children. If you ask me, there's not a LOT that falls in the essential category when it comes to supplies students must have at home to assist in learning, which is a good thing because every family situation is different - especially during this time. So, besides having a way to connect with the teacher for instruction/assignments (whether that be from a district-provided device, the family computer, or a parent's cellphone), here are my other <b>Teacher Picks for Parents During Remote Learning</b>. {Disclaimer: Oriental Trading provided many of the products in this post free of charge in exchange for the published post.}<br />
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<b>Pick 1: Dry Erase Board & Markers</b></h3>
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Save paper. Seriously. This is one of those top tips that teachers use in classrooms daily. If students are practicing math, spelling, or other content that is not going to need to be kept then <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/dry-erase-lap-boards-a2-56_7001.fltr?keyword=dry+erase+boards">white boards</a> are the perfect solution! You'll save paper and children LOVE them! <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/16-color-expo-sup----sup-washable-low-odor-dry-erase-markers-a2-73_65.fltr?keyword=expo+markers">Markers</a> with lids that "snap on" to the top of the marker so they're not lost easily are the best. And, yes, that's a sock for the eraser. Let's save money where we can - every home has socks without mates hanging around, right? Who knew we'd actually find a use for those? They make the perfect eraser for little ones. Just slip them on the hand for erasing and then toss them in the wash later to use again another day.<br />
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Pick 2: Clipboards & Pencils, Crayons</h3>
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Pencils and crayons are probably a given, but clipboards go hand-in-hand in my opinion. While I strongly recommend having a designated "work spot" (desk, kitchen table, coffee table) we all know that sometimes it is tiresome sitting in one spot for a long period of time. Many teachers now have "flexible seating" in their classrooms, so have a clipboard on hand to allow your child to work in other places around the home. Even as an adult, I work better in non-traditional seating areas. Let your child stretch out on the floor, on his bed, or in her favorite chair to complete independent assignments. Plus, sometimes, if multiple children (especially siblings) are learning in a common area they just need a "break" from each other for a bit. These <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/rainbow-clipboards-a2-62_9042.fltr?keyword=clipboards">rainbow clipboards</a> from Oriental Trading are perfect if you have multiple children.<br />
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Pick 3: Sidewalk Chalk</h3>
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Sidewalk chalk is something you may already have at home (#winwin) but if not, Oriental Trading has some really fun options like the <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/ice-pop-sidewalk-chalk-a2-13830475.fltr?keyword=popsicle+chalk&directSearch=true">popsicle chalk</a> in the picture above or the <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/unicorn-horn-shaped-chalk-a2-13932809.fltr?keyword=unicorn+chalk">unicorn horn chalk</a>. While most schools are cutting the learning time for remote learning, it still helps for children not to be stuck inside for lengths of time. They need to be able to <b>get outside</b> whenever possible. Why not take that spelling practice or math practice out to the driveway to get some fresh air? <br />
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Pick 4: Pony Beads (or other small manipulatives)</h3>
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You'll also need some type of small manipulatives for students to use for math. These will help them with counting on, adding, subtracting, patterns, and more! The small manipulatives could be anything really - cereal, pennies, dry beans, legos... I chose <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/web/search/searchMain?keyword=pony+beads">pony beads</a> because they're something children can keep in their own container (more about that in a minute) and because we can also use them for craft activities when we need to take a break from learning. Pony beads can be used to make bracelets, pipe cleaner animals, key chains, mosaics, and <a href="http://www.playideas.com/25-brilliant-pony-bead-crafts-for-kids/">more</a>!<br />
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Pick 5: Organization</h3>
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Maybe one of my most important picks (or possibly the one you don't have at home already) is organizational tools! My first recommendation is to give your child a <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/clear-medium-locking-storage-bins-with-lids-a2-13758373.fltr?keyword=%2313758373&directSearch=true">container with a handle</a> that he/she can carry around as his "school box." Mine is filled with most of the items listed above - pony beads, markers, pencils, crayons, a sock, sidewalk chalk, etc. This way your child has everything he needs with him at all times - and those things aren't getting misplaced, or stolen by younger siblings. The school box becomes off limits to everyone else. <br />
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My next organization recommendation is a <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/clipboard-storage-a2-13735746.fltr">clipboard holder</a>. The great thing about this storage piece is that it can also hold the dry erase boards. If you have multiple children, this will be a lifesaver instead of having clipboards and dry erase boards scattered all around the house.<br />
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Find a shelf or area in your house where the "school boxes" and clipboard storage can go. When it is not learning time, these items can be "off limits" so that they are always there and ready for the next day of remote learning. When it's time to work, your child will know right where to go to grab their clipboard, dry erase board, and school box before heading to their work spot. Easy peasy!<br />
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If you do have multiple children, color-coding supplies may help too. I like to label the containers with names using a color that matches one of the clipboards. No arguing over which clipboard everyone is going to use in the mornings. Colors are claimed or handed out on the first day and then it becomes a non-issue. <br />
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Pick 6: Creative Play</h3>
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My final pick is for a new creative play option at home. Your children will get bored quickly being home all day long. This <a href="https://www.orientaltrading.com/learning-resources-tumble-trax-magnetic-marble-run-a2-13755808.fltr?keyword=marble+run&directSearch=true">Marble Run</a> is one of the top choices in our STEAM lab at school. Children LOVE to build courses for the marble to race down as they try to make it land in the "catcher." It's a fantastic way to get them using their problem solving skills as they try to figure out why the marble went off course and adjust their track. It comes with a set of cards with examples of tracks for children to try to build or they can just use their imagination! The pieces are magnetic so they're perfect for the side of the fridge. <br />
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In classrooms, teachers often give students "brain breaks" - these are short 3-5 minute activities that let students take a break from work and help them to refocus and attend to the task when they come back to it. At home, you'll need to allow for brain breaks too and activities like this, rather than watching TV or playing a video game, are recommended.<br />
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I hope these ideas help you set up a space for your child that will be organized and easy to implement as you continue on this remote learning journey. Let me know if you have any other questions or need additional tips about setting up remote learning in your home. We're better together!<br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-80452928017008056932018-10-30T17:56:00.000-04:002018-10-30T17:56:20.278-04:00Technology Coach<br />
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I taught second grade for 20 years. I never thought I would do anything else. But when your dream job kind of lands in your lap, you jump on it.<br />
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I've always loved technology and I've taught hundreds of hours of tech workshops for my district. I always LOVE supporting teachers because I don't understand how they can continue doing their jobs well without support. They have SO many demands on their time now days. So, to get to do all of this WHILE still teaching....yes, please!<br />
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Many people have asked what I'm doing this year. My official title is a <i>Technology Integration Specialist, </i>also listed often as an <i>Instructional Technology Specialist</i> but commonly referred to as a <b>Technology Coach</b>.<br />
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Since accepting this position, I've come to find out that a technology coach can look very different depending on the location. Many tech coaches serve a district and are assigned to multiple schools. Some tech coaches are at one school and solely help teachers integrate technology into their lessons (do not trouble shooting or other duties).<br />
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I wasn't really sure what my job was going to look like at the beginning of the year, and as most of you know, I'm a major PLANNER so that was stressing me out!<br />
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I'm definitely still learning as I go and I've learned that my position may evolve and look different from year to year. At this time, most high schools and middle schools in my district have tech coaches but not many elementary schools. In fact, there are over 50 elementary schools in my district and only 4 have tech coaches - two of us being new this year.<br />
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So, what does this mean? What do I do from day to day? I'm lucky that my position is at the school I've taught at for the past 12 years. I already know the staff and the resources we have available. My main job is to help teachers integrate technology into their classrooms. Grades 3-5 are 1:1 with chromebooks and grades k-2 have iPads. We also have laptop carts and a computer lab available.<br />
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Teachers can sign up for me to come into their classrooms to teach lessons, introduce new tech tools, help them with lessons, be an extra set of hands, etc. They can also sign up for me to help them plan or hash out ideas. Some examples of things I've done this year include - teaching students to use Flipgrid, Green Screen, SeeSaw, Chatterpix, Quizizz, Digital Breakouts, and more!<br />
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So, there's no set schedule for each day (eek!) - it's really just whatever the teachers need. Some days are super filled while other days I have more flexibility. Open times give me a chance to deal with all of the troubleshooting (aka tech problems) - think Promethean boards not working, computer, problems, printer, issues, etc. This is, not surprisingly, the least favorite part of my job, but I do realize how important it is and therefore try to stay on top of it. I know how it feels to have 24 little faces staring at you when you can't get your board to work...and then having to revamp your entire day that was centered around technology! I try to get these issues resolved asap.<br />
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When there aren't too many issues going on, I get to work on the other parts of my job - planning/reviewing professional development, scheduling virtual field trips, exploring new apps/programs, creating instructional videos for our staff, updating the school website, adding to our school's Instagram account, creating flyers and QR codes for school events, broadcasting our school's morning news program, helping students create green screen promotional videos for school events, and more!<br />
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Here's a peek at this week's sign up (aka my schedule) to give you an idea of a typical week.<br />
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As you can see, Halloween digital breakouts have been in high demand this month! And, you can also see that I'm also pulled for coverage of classes and asked to help with standardized test administration. It can't all be fun, right?! :P<br />
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So, while I'm in a new position you'll probably notice a shift here on my blog. I'll be sharing even more tech integration posts with you - maybe bringing back my Appy Classrooms series, too. I can't wait to share some of the things I've been working on with you!<br />
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If you have any questions about the tech coach position, leave them below!<br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-7026783349522644032018-08-04T14:33:00.001-04:002018-08-04T14:33:25.540-04:00Student Partnerships<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I mentioned in <a href="http://www.teachingmaddeness.com/2018/07/being-deliberate-in-classroom.html">this post</a> that I was going to be writing a series about being <b>deliberate</b> in the classroom. My favorite way to be deliberate is in setting up student partnerships, so what better way to kick off this series? A new school year is upon us and you'll soon have a new crew of kiddos to get to know. You'll also probably be doing many get-to-know-you types of activities, benchmarking your students, and establishing your routines and procedures so I hope this post is one that can help you right from the start!<br />
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There are many ways to partner students in the classroom and there's not one right or wrong way. I used to use popsicle sticks with students' names on them or a randomizer app. Both are fun, but can be a bit time consuming. Over the last several years I came up with a few ways to partner my students so that they had "set" partners that worked for many different activities/reasons.<br />
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I found that there were a few partnerships that I needed in my classroom. These included...<br />
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* <b>Reading Partners</b> - sometimes I would want to pair students high/low and sometimes with partners of similar reading levels<br />
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* <b>Math Partners</b> - sometimes I would want to pair students high/low and sometimes with partners of similar fluency levels<br />
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* <b>Convenient Partners</b> - sometimes I would want students to have a partner at their seat without moving around, often for a very quick activity<br />
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* <b>Random Partners</b> - sometimes I would want students to have a random partner...someone they didn't work with on a daily basis<br />
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* <b>Choice Partners</b> - occasionally I would still let students choose their own partners (or have the choice of working alone)<br />
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So, how could I establish all of these partnerships and easily remember them all? It ended up being pretty easy and it all centered around a single index card.<br />
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At the beginning of the year, I was already benchmarking my students in word and addition fluency, so this seemed like a reasonable place to find my partners.<br />
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I used the simple <a href="http://newbranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/3-5-FP-Word-Lists.pdf">F&P word lists</a> to benchmark my students. I created this <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/xd48qqo7rsahp6w/F%26P_Word_List_Slideshow.pptx?dl=0">PowerPoint</a> of the word lists to make benchmarking easy. I started my students on level 1 (slide 22) and each time a red slide popped up (indicating a new leveled-list), I would tell them they were going to try some words that were a bit harder now. We continued until a student missed 3 (or more) words on a single list. At that point, I knew that list was too hard and their level was the previous list. Of course, you may have a different way to assess your students, but the point is that you need to identify higher and lower readers to establish good partnerships. While this benchmark doesn't consider comprehension, it's still usually a good base to begin with partners.<br />
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The levels of my students may end up looking like this:<br />
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Using these word list levels, I sorted my students...<br />
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I then partnered a lower reader with a higher reader until all students were matched. My partnerships ended up looking like this...<br />
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I call my reading partnerships "SuperSpeed 1,000" partners because I use Whole Brain Teaching's <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/SuperSpeed-1000-2695272">Super Speed 1,000</a> in my classroom daily. It's word fluency practice for partners (a high reader with a low reader for support) that takes 2 minutes per day and I swear by it for building word fluency!<br />
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Now, do I always want to pair a lower reader with a higher reader? Of course not! For many activities, that partnership will be frustrating for both partners. <br />
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But, since we use <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/SuperSpeed-1000-2695272">SuperSpeed 1,000</a> daily, I can just say, "Get with your SuperSpeed 1,000 partner" and students know exactly how to partner up. If I want reading partners of the same/similar level, I can quickly use this handy index card (that I keep on my desk) and call partners by looking at names stacked on top of each other instead of side-by-side. So now, instead of Carmen and Landon being partners, Carmen would be partnered with Amanda while Landon would be partnered with Heyward.<br />
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One benchmark. One index card. Reading partnerships for the year are set. Of course, I sometimes revisit throughout the year and make a few adjustments due to progress, comprehension levels, etc.<br />
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I set my math partnerships in much the same way as my reading partnerships. Since at the beginning of the year in 2nd grade, we're focusing on addition, I give my students a basic addition fluency check, such as this one <a href="http://cdn.worksheetfun.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/wfun16_addition_50Q_1.pdf">here</a>. Since this one has 50 problems, students are given 2 minutes to solve as many as possible. The number correct is their addition fluency score. These scores are sorted in the same manner as my reading scores above and students are paired together (low/high) for daily <a href="http://russellelem.weebly.com/uploads/5/6/6/8/56683845/superspeed_math_ii.pdf">SuperSpeed Math</a> practice. Just like SuperSpeed 1,000, <a href="http://russellelem.weebly.com/uploads/5/6/6/8/56683845/superspeed_math_ii.pdf">SuperSpeed Math</a> is a 4-minute daily partner practice by Whole Brain Teaching that builds fact fluency by having high and low math students working together. But of course, I can again easily and quickly pair students with like abilities which is SUPER important for playing math games in the classroom (otherwise, the high student will always win and that's not good for either partner).<br />
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I write my SuperSpeed Math partners on the back of the reading index card so I only have <b>one card</b> to keep up with but I have 4 partnerships already set for the year - low/high reading partnerships, same level reading partnerships, low/high math partnerships, and same level math partnerships.<br />
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Sometimes, my partnerships are more about <b>convenience</b> rather than math or reading levels. For example, if we're working in our <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/No-Cut-Interactive-Notebook-Animals-2174037">science interactive notebooks</a> and there's a partner game, I want students to pair up quickly for that activity. Seat partners are a way to do this super quickly as it doesn't even require anyone to move around the room. I assign seat partners at the beginning of the year - you can add sticker dots to desks to help students remember which neighbor is their seat partner, if needed, but my students usually don't need any help. <br />
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We have trapezoid tables pushed together to make hexagonal teams in my classroom so my seat partners look something like the first picture. If you have circle tables in your classroom, your seat partners would look like the second pic. The importance is just that seat partners sit next to each other so they can partner up quickly without even leaving their seats!<br />
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Because students get tired of working with the same partners over and over, I also like to have a "random" partner for them to work with when activities allow it. I call these random partners "table partners" as they are the person that sit directly <b>ACROSS </b>the table from each other. When I'm partnering students and academic abilities or convenience doesn't matter, students partner up with their "table partners" and head to choose a spot in our classroom to work together.<br />
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Table partners in our classroom would look like the picture on the left. I wouldn't recommend marking these with stickers if you've already marked seat partners since that could become confusing. When I want students to work with table partners, I just have them stand up, face their table, and point ahead of them. That person is their partner!<br />
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Reading partners, math partners, seat partners, and table partners are my way of deliberately pairing students for meaningful partnerships throughout the year. I'm all set whether I need high/low or same ability partners or if I need partners at tables or with a little more freedom to move about.<br />
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Of course, at times throughout the year, I also let students choose their own partners. However, this is few and far between.<br />
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As a reward usually, or later in the year when students are much more independent (and responsible with our routines/procedures) I will let them have free-choice in choosing their partners. However, I do use this one scarcely. Using this partnership may depend on your class, but it's nice to keep in your back pocket as a little surprise reward some days. :)<br />
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I hope this post helps you to think about how you use student partnerships in your classroom, how you can have them set up and organized ahead of time to minimize taking away from instructional time, and how to deliberately think about what partnerships would benefit students at particular times throughout the day. By thinking ahead and having a plan for partnerships, transitions can be smooth and partnerships can be more successful. <br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-47438736871252498622018-07-27T15:21:00.001-04:002018-07-27T15:21:59.288-04:00Being Deliberate in the Classroom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This past year my school did something a little different with our book study. Instead of a book geared toward educators, we "read" <a href="https://amzn.to/2LGDgoM">StrengthsFinder 2.0</a> by Tom Rath (affiliate link). I put "read" in parenthesis because this is not a book you read from cover to cover. Instead, you read the introduction and then take an online quiz (that you only have access to using a scratch-off code inside your copy of the book). <br />
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After taking the online quiz, which consists of questions with a "range" on how you feel about various topics/scenarios rather than right or wrong answers, you are given your top 5 (of 34) strengths. I must say that they were spot on and the detailed descriptions of each of my top 5 strengths described me to a tee! It's interesting to think about actually taking each person's strengths in a workplace and building on it. Letting those people do the things that make them shine!<br />
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At first, I was a little disappointed in my results as I figured "achiever" would be my number one strength - that's always been my personality. However, it was number two. My number one strength was....DELIBERATE. Hmmmm....I wasn't happy with that word. It seemed to have a negative connotation to it. Then, I read the description for this strength and it was an AHA moment.<br />
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I am deliberate. In everything I do. In throwing parties, in planning vacations, in planning my week, and in running my classroom. It all made sense. I'm a planner. Rarely do I do anything without having thought through it beforehand. I have a backup plan for my backup plan. Anyone else?<br />
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Being deliberate is SO important in teaching. I've always been told classroom management has been one of my biggest strengths....this is why. My classroom runs SMOOTHLY. I have a system for everything. I sometimes watch other teachers take their students to the hall restroom, go out to fire drills, or monitor their students at lunch or on field trips and think WHY? Why don't they have a system in place? Things just run much smoother with a system that has been deliberately planned ahead of time. <br />
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So...I'm sharing some of my favorite systems with you just in time for the new school year! In my next few blog posts, I'll share with you how I'm....<br />
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I hope that if DELIBERATE is not one of your top strengths, you'll pick up a tip or two that may help you start thinking and planning ahead for the new school year. If you've taken the strengthsfinder quiz before, what was your top strength? Be sure to share it with others and use your strength to help them!<br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-26853862004913095422017-09-15T23:14:00.001-04:002017-09-15T23:18:02.742-04:00Missing Addends Made EasyMissing addends are always a tricky concept for many students. I believe the cause of this is many reasons. Some students are still building their number sense, some students are simply careless, and some students don't truly understand that equal sign.<br />
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When a problem such as this is given to many students, they will simply see two numbers, add them, and write the answer in the blank.<br />
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You'll get this in return. Obviously, the 12 doesn't make sense when the problem is read back, but since most students at this age don't check over their work, they don't know to go back and rework it.<br />
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And, let's face it. Most of the time, students have been taught to look at the sign and put the answer in the blank. That's exactly what this student did. They think they've solved it correctly. <br />
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I've found something that works with my students. I call him THE EQUALIZER! (said in my best superhero voice)<br />
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First, when presented with a problem like this...<br />
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we talk about the equal sign and what it means. Many students will say it means "the answer" so this is something we clarify. We learn that equal means "the same" and we do a lot of demonstrations with manipulatives to show "the same."<br />
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Then, I introduce THE EQUALIZER who is a super hero with special powers - he makes everything "the same" or "fair." But, his super power is in his muscles and if his muscles aren't the same, his powers won't work.<br />
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So, we practice drawing his muscles. To do this, we always find the equal sign - his muscles grow from there. We draw a circle from one side of the equal sign, up and around the numbers, to the bottom of the equal sign and then repeat on the other side.<br />
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Once the muscles are drawn, students have to make sure they are "the same" so THE EQUALIZER will have his powers. In the illustration above, we see that one side is complete with a 10. So, we need to make the other side also equal 10. Drawing these "muscles" really lets students see the two sides of the equation.<br />
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This visual is just what many students need to be able to understand the problem and filll in the missing addend. However, a few students may still make careless errors. So, once the muscles are completed, the final step is to check.<br />
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I actually have my students label the muscles when checking to prove that the are equal. If they're not, the student knows they need to go back and try it again.<br />
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So, to review, these are the steps we use to "equalize" a problem.<br />
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When we're practicing this as a whole group, I let students who solve the problem correctly stand up on their chairs and flex their muscles for us! They've become EQUALIZERS!<br />
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They kind of eat it up. :) I hope this little tip helps your students master the tricky concept of missing addends!<br />
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-50398572755689091452017-08-06T15:01:00.001-04:002022-07-29T19:44:06.308-04:00KAZOO Are About To Go Back To School!<div style="text-align: center;">
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-66031140161458564792017-06-11T13:51:00.002-04:002017-06-11T13:51:48.859-04:00TC Turns Ten!Hi friends! I found it a struggle this past school year to balance everything (for a multitude of reasons) and sadly my blog was the one that suffered most. I aim to change that this summer!<br />
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My first post back is to announce that I did not forget that Teacher's Clubhouse turns TEN this year! It's hard to believe that I started officially sharing all the resources I created ten years ago!! Wow - time flies! I couldn't let it pass me by since I always love to do a big celebration. This year is no different. There will be TEN WEEKS of FREEBIES!<br />
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The first freebie ends TODAY so be sure to go grab it from my shop. It is my newly updated Birthday Bash pack to help you celebrate students' birthdays in the classroom. You can grab it <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Student-Birthday-Gifts-2639269">HERE</a>.<br />
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one of my Differentiated Spelling Packs for just $9.99! Everything you need for the year - word lists, spelling tests, practice activities, games, homework menu, handwriting practice, and MORE!</div>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-17454372002127603372016-12-08T20:34:00.000-05:002016-12-08T20:34:16.198-05:00Parent Gift Idea {Tag Freebie}<div style="text-align: center;">
Everyone is so busy this time of year. It's easy to forget to grab a gift for that special parent who comes through for you in your time of need. If you're in a crunch, I've got the perfect gift idea for you. It comes from my brilliant teammate and it really is the perfect token of appreciation. It would also be great for custodians, teammates, or any other staff member!</div>
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I love to purchase my paper products at Hobby Lobby - they always have a cute selection and all holiday items are usually 50% off! It's also a great idea to stock up AFTER Christmas for next year! In mine, I included two sizes of plates, napkins, cups, and plastic cutlery. I placed them in a clear gift basket sack and tied with ribbon. Easy Peasy!</div>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-418239588488238922016-11-13T15:54:00.001-05:002016-11-13T15:54:32.934-05:00Appy Classrooms {Word Clouds}<div style="text-align: center;">
Hi all! I'm back to share a super easy but very useful app for your classroom!</div>
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This is app is very simple to use. Students simply type in words to show up in a "cloud" format. The more times a word is typed, the larger it will appear in the cloud (very similar to the Wordle site if you have used that). Students then have the option to change the font, color pattern, or layout design.</div>
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As we studied adjectives, students worked in pairs to create a word cloud of adjectives using the five senses - How does it taste, look, feel, smell, and sound?</div>
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This led into our next session on adverbs. Students were given a verb which they typed in 8 times (to make the verb larger) and then typed in adjectives describing how, when, or where that verb happened.</div>
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A science use is to give students a topic, in this case an animal classification group (mammals) and have students create a cloud of words associated with it.</div>
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My <b>favorite</b> way to use Word Clouds though is for student birthdays. For this, I set one iPad out and type the birthday child's name eight times (to ensure it is large). Then, students go one at a time throughout the day and add a character trait that describes the birthday child. If character traits are repeated, it's okay - those words will appear larger. Once all students have typed a trait, I quickly make the cloud (but you could also let the birthday child do this) and let them upload it to their Seesaw portfolio. I'm also considering printing them out to frame as end of the year gifts. I've done word cloud frames as gifts before at the end of the year and the fact that the clouds will all be done for me as an added bonus! <3</div>
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Since character traits are something we are really just starting to learn about in 2nd grade, I do post a {positive} character traits sign in the room for those students who may need the support (or help spelling their word). You can grab my character trait signs (both positive and negative) <b>FREE </b>in my shop by clicking the link below!</div>
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There's just something about kicking off a new school year with new goodies! Whether it's a new planner, new desk accessories, or new stamps...they just make a teacher's heart go pitter patter.</div>
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I mean, new goodies that are also going to save me time and help to simplify my life this year? Yes, please! Here's a peek at my new goodies I got from <a href="http://rubberstamps.com/">RubberStamps.Com</a>...read on for how I will use them as time-savers in my classroom AND for a chance to win your own customized stamp!</div>
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Every summer...heck, every week, it seems that I buy new books for my classroom. Usually they get set aside until I have time to label them with my name. I'm constantly letting other teachers borrow books and know that it can be hard to remember who you borrowed them from sometimes, so labeling books is essential for teachers in my opinion. Now, it's super easy! So easy, I could give the task to a student even!</div>
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Speaking of students, I love to give that extra little "HOORAY" to my students for doing an exceptional job on assignments. Do you know what they love? When the notes are personal. They LOVE when it includes the teacher's name - they love to know YOU are proud of them. These personalized stamps are the perfect way to give them that personal touch, while saving the super busy teacher a little time along the way.</div>
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While we're talking about encouragement, students are all too savvy about current trends and this includes social media! How much will they LOVE this Facebook inspired "like" stamp? In my classroom, we use the app Seesaw so students are already familiar with "liking" work. This stamp is perfect for those quick checks, like interactive notebooks.</div>
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This year, I have a student teacher in my classroom. I thought a personalized stamp for her would be perfect! This will let students and parents know when she is checking work.</div>
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Sometimes, things aren't all unicorns and rainbows though. This final stamp was a "must-have" for me. It's so versatile and I can use it for a variety of reasons. Just stamp and mark. On this particular paper, I want the student to correct the work and return it back to school for partial credit. A system like this lets parents know what to be on the lookout for on graded work.</div>
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I'm so pleased with the quality of my new self-inking rubber stamps and thought you might like to give one a try, too! So, I'm teaming up with RubberStamps for a little giveaway. I'll be selecting <b><u>THREE</u></b> winners who will each get to select their own customized stamp. </div>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com75tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-26729162605127062772016-08-23T21:00:00.000-04:002016-08-23T21:00:37.157-04:00Oriental Trading Wishes Granted!One of the great joys of a new school year is browsing through the new <a href="http://www.orientaltrading.com/teaching-supplies-and-stationery-a1-551419.fltr">Oriental Trading</a> catalog for classroom goodies. Teacher Heaven, right?!? This year it's a bit more amazing because they have created a Teacher Wish List function! Keep reading to see how you can get your wishes granted.<br />
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This year I decided to change my classroom theme and I knew that Oriental Trading (as usual) would be my go-to place for Superhero things.<br />
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Take a peek at the amazing goodies I found for my classroom.<br />
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Years ago, I began using badge holders for my students' nametags. This saves me from having to handwrite or print new tags each time they're needed. In fact, it means I have nametags on hand at any given time - this is super convenient for subs during unexpected absences. <br />
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These Superhero Lanyards are perfection for my little marvels! They're bright, colorful, fun, and safe (with that breakaway clasp). Even better? I'll be able to use them year after year after year!<br />
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These Superhero Tickets are the perfect incentive for my students! Last year, I began using the <a href="http://www.ateenytinyteacher.com/i-dont-use-clip-chart-please-dont-throw/">Golden Ticket</a> system. I just cut gold paper strips and laminated them, but these are SO much better! My students are super excited to earn these for random good deeds throughout the week and then turn them in on Friday for free choice selections.<br />
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These hanging swirls made the PERFECT back-to-school activity. When I handed these out, the students "OOHED" and "AAHED." They were quite obsessed with the foil swirls. I mean, why wouldn't they be?! They add so much color and pop to our classroom ceiling, all while sharing a little about each of my new marvels.</div>
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What kid doesn't love stickers?? These superhero stickers will be the perfect way to say "well done" on students' papers, or right on their shirts!</div>
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These dry erase magnets are so versatile that I knew I needed them to be a part of my classroom. For now, I am using them to label my file cabinet drawers. They make it super easy to locate the right item the first time!</div>
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The next few items, I got for incentive rewards in my classroom. My school uses Accelerated Reader and I like to have little rewards for students who reach specific goals, but these items could also be used for birthday treats, welcome back gifts, or star student surprises - the possibilities are endless.</div>
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Can we just talk about these medals for a moment?! The quality is AMAZING! They are made of rubber with a fabric lanyard. Students will treasure them!</div>
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Whew! Those are just a FEW of the things I found for my superhero classroom. You can view the rest of the items that I have my eye on <a href="http://www.orientaltrading.com/web/wishlist/3000792163/169724547-Amanda's_Wish_List?cm_mmc=social-_-Wishlist_169724547-_-sharelink-_-sharelink">HERE</a> on my wishlist. Here's a little sneak peek of it:</div>
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Oh my gosh, those pencils, right?! Creating a wishlist on <a href="http://www.orientaltrading.com/teaching-supplies-and-stationery-a1-551419.fltr">Oriental Trading</a> is super easy and you have the option to share it via social media, email, or even print a hard copy of it to share. Often times, at the beginning of the year especially, parents are eager to help your classroom. What an easy way to share with them some of the things you'd like to have for your classroom.</div>
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<br />Amanda Maddenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18367000318878641477noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8533213618539100325.post-83045076099337985712016-07-30T22:41:00.000-04:002016-07-31T20:17:01.713-04:00The Benefits of a Classroom Theme<br />
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Just like with everything else in education, classroom décor is cyclical. Right now the trend is to go with bright colors or neutrals. Everyone wants their classrooms to be a replica of their homes - warm, inviting, cozy, and beautiful - truly Pinterest worthy. But, I just can't let go of my fun classroom themes and I'm here to tell you why.<br />
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I get it. I really do. Teachers want to make their classrooms a place they love. As teachers, we spend more time at school many days than we do at home. It <b>should</b> be a place we love! But, first and foremost, it should be a place our kids love! I promise you can find a way to have a balance. For example, I'm changing my classroom theme to superheroes this year and I'm not a big fan of the cheesy store-bought items - those bright blues, reds, and yellows. To make it a place I will love, I've chosen to use red, navy, and gold as the base colors - colors that are a little more classic. But, my main goal is to make sure my students love the space. I remember the first year I had a monster theme and I had a little girl come to Meet the Teacher. With wide eyes and huge grin on her face, she turned to her mother and asked, "Can we make my bedroom like this?" Y'all! She loved our classroom so much (the instant she walked in it) that she wanted her bedroom like it!!! THAT is priceless.<br />
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Themes help to give the class an identify and bring everyone together as a team - right from the start! I often hear students talking on the playground and one student will say, "What class are you in?" My student will answer, "Mrs. Madden's." The child will respond, "Oh, are you the monsters?" Children may not know all of the teachers' names, but let me tell you, they know the class themes! At my school each class has a class t-shirt with their mascots on them and students wear them proudly! My students will draw me pictures of monsters, bring me little monster gifts, and even tell me all about a cool monster they saw somewhere. Now, while I don't always want a shelf full of monsters, the theme is an instant connection and that is priceless.<br />
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I've been teaching the same grade for 19 years now. I know some teachers change grade levels to "switch things up." I LOVE second grade and couldn't imagine teaching another grade. However, I do get that little "itch" every few years to make a change. My theme is where I can do that. I don't change it every year - that would be way too pricey! Instead, I keep one theme for 4-5 years. This allows me to build on the theme...add a little to it as the years pass. But, changing it up every few years allows my creativity to shine through. I enjoy digging through Pinterest, party stores, and dollar stores collecting ideas. Not just for decorating ideas, but for student centered learning ideas that integrate our theme. The transformation that happens in my room isn't all for my students, it's also for me. It gives me that extra little spark and excitement for a new adventure and that is priceless, too.<br />
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I can't reveal too much about my new theme yet because it's still a work in progress, but here are a few of my superhero transformation pics so far.<br />
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These felt masks will unit my students on the first day of school. We'll take a superhero class pic as we students write about what qualities make them SUPER!<br />
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Easy and cheap bunting across windows brings our theme colors to the forefront. This is just fabric cut into shapes and attached to the top of my window with red duct tape - no sewing at all!<br />
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Bulletin board are in progress to match the bunting and tie our room together.<br />
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Extra fabric is used to make a scrap valance to hang on our classroom door.<br />
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Accessories are found throughout the room to tie it altogether.<br />
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Our class T-shirt that will be worn proudly! Yes, that's the Wonder Woman logo flipped upside down for Madden's Marvels! ;)<br />
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Our Super Studio headquarters is just a black foam science trifold that I transformed into a cityscape. We will use it as our "recording studio" for iPad recordings. It will block out distractions and when the light is "on," the rest of the class will know to use whisper voices because a recording is in progress.<br />
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Check back in a few weeks to see the full classroom reveal and to watch the magic begin! <br />
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Fun, child-centered classroom themes may not be for everyone, but if you've been on the fence, I encourage you to jump in and give it a try! Often, teachers don't jump in because of the cost factor. But, go ahead and decide to keep the same theme for several years, at least, knowing that you can build on it.<br />
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If you already have a theme in your classroom, think about what it is and if it is for you or for your students. If your theme is your favorite college team or your favorite color, it may not really be inclusive to all of your students. Make your classroom a place you love, but also a place your students are excited to come to each and every day - even before they know you!<br />
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If you're on the hunt for classroom décor for your theme or are looking for a new theme, check out <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Teachers-Clubhouse/Category/Decor-Themes-26145">the themes in my shop</a>. I've updated almost every single theme this summer! Each theme contains over 40 resources, including editable newsletters and Open House slideshows.<br />
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Whatever your theme, or non-theme, I hope you have the most magical year yet!<br />
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The purpose of this post is just to provide those of you who use my long range plan or planning calendar templates with the updated templates for the 2016-2017 school year. If you want to read more about how I lesson plan and use these, you can read my <a href="http://www.teachingmaddeness.com/2015/04/are-teachers-making-more-work-for.html">Lesson Planning blog post series</a>.<br />
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This was my view all day long, but my goal was accomplished. And, now that they're done, I know it will be worth it - these two documents keep me SANE and on track during the school year. <br />
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Here's a peek at my long range plans:<br />
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Ah! The one-page per quarter layout is just DREAMY to me! Haha! You can download mine or the template that I start with below. Please use these for your own use, but do not repost or share. You can feel free to direct others to this post to download for their own use. Thanks!</div>
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My planning calendar shows the timeline for my units in a calendar format, but also lets me add important dates and events. This stays at the front of my lesson plan binder and I write meetings and notes on it daily.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7-RC8er5CXTSFB1azJtMVpsOE0/view?usp=sharing">Amanda's Planning Calendar (PDF)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7-RC8er5CXTY043Tks4eWg2ZUE/view?usp=sharing">Amanda's Planning Calendar (Word)</a></span></div>
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