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Paperless Student Survey
Since I will be going to a 1:1 iPad program within my classroom, I've been busy researching and planning ways to incorporate even more technology in my room. Typically, my students would use our...
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A Pinterest Back to School Project
I know it has been a few weeks since I last posted but I was really trying to enjoy summer as much as I could - especially with my baby girl, who just turned ONE! However, I can no longer put off the...
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Classroom Set-up 2012-2013
I finally finished setting up my classroom for the 2012-2013 school year. I spent at least four full days working on it and I must admit, I'm very happy with the final product. Let me take you on a...
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iPad Pledge
I realized it has been quite some time since my last post. Five weeks ago, I was busy setting up my classroom, getting ready for my students and about to undertake a huge pilot program for the...
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Periodic Table - Element Wanted Posters
In science class my students just finished learning the basics on atoms and the periodic table. They are well apt at figuring out how many neutrons, protons, and electrons each element possesses....
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Linky Party: First 12 of '12!
To jump start myself back into blogging again, I'm joining up with a fun Linky Party that Lorraine at Fabulous 4th Grade Froggies is hosting. The idea behind it is that you post your first 12 posts of...
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Market Mondays: Reflector App
Since my class has been piloting the 1:1 iPad program at my school for the past 4 months, I have come across a lot of cool (and not so cool) apps. One of the best "tools" apps I have found is...
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Techie Thursday: Popplet
New year, new themes I've decided. I plan on keeping my theme of Market Mondays where I will post something that I have purchased for use in my classroom and give a quick review of it. However, now...
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A Simulation - Exploring New Worlds!
Available roles to choose from.Prior to studying the 13 colonies and the American Revolution, we first cover the early explorers in 5th grade. I love ending the unit each year with a simulation...
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Techie Thursday: Using QR Codes in the Classroom
We've all seen them. Those black and white square boxes that remind us of barcodes on tags, books, etc. Now we find them all over! And in case you didn't know, they are called QR Codes. They can be...
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Market Monday: Quietest (and most amazing) Pencil Sharpener Ever
Every single teacher knows how important it is to have a good pencil sharpener in their classroom. It is as necessary as having students to teach. I, for one, have gone through many an electric...
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Morning Work Folders
One of the most common things mentioned regarding classroom management is being prepared first thing in the morning. Part of that is having something for your students to work on when they arrive to...
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Feel Good Friday - Desk Comments
Most educators can agree, Pinterest is a wonderful place to find ideas. The great thing about my school is almost all the teachers are on Pinterest, so when one comes across an idea they are always...
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Market Monday: Shameless Self-Promotion
I typically don't promote the products I create and sell on my blog. I try to keep my posts about ideas that you can take back to your classroom and occasionally will mention you can accomplish the...
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February Freebie: Valentine's Day Math Activity
February is coming up and you know what that means!! Love is in the air - and since one of my all time favorite loves is Math I decided to make a freebie for all of you. If you haven't already heard,...
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Super Bowl Sunday - TpT Sale!!
This upcoming Sunday is going to be packed with three of my favorite things! Food (especially that I'm almost 9 months pregnant!), Football and an AMAZING SALE! And guess what, my entire store will...
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Catholic School's Week - Over and Done
Last week we celebrated Catholic School's Week at our small but awesome school. Each day had a different theme that we focused on.Monday was Jeans for Jesus Day. Students were allowed to wear jeans...
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Techie Thursday: MyHomework App
As my 5th grade class continues the pilot program for the 1:1 iPads which will be in place school-wide next year, we also continue the search for a great homework app. Of course, each student at my...
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Quadrilateral project with the Geoboard app (and a AWESOME Giveaway!)
In math class my students are learning how to identify different types of quadrilaterals and the characteristics that make them all up. In order to assist them, I created this little handout which...
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QR Code Hunt with a Valentine's Day Theme
Last year around Easter I did an activity with my students in which they had to solve riddles that would lead them to an activity they had to complete. The riddles would bring them to another part of...
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