Jumanji Escape Room
Point of View and Perspective
Day ONE: On day one I introduce perspective by explaining that students and teachers have different perspectives. I ask students these questions: What were you thinking when you woke up this morning? I don’t want to go to school! Let me sleep a little more! What were you thinking when you walked into the room…
An INFERENCING Week at a GLANCE
Day One: On day one I begin by having students create an Interactive Notebook page in their reading notebooks. They will use this as a guide throughout the week! I use THIS one. Tips for interactive notebook: It always takes WAY TOO long for coloring and cutting. I have to set a timer for my kiddos. I’ll…
Story Taco-Fiesta Transformation
FIESTA letters and Cacti Maracas Mini Hats Photo Booth Props Fiesta Backdrop Papel Picado Banner Sombrero Headbands Table Runner Paper Fans FIESTA MUSIC ON YOUTUBE Lesson Ideas: The Story Taco Students create a story taco based on the elements of a book or story. Each ingredient in the taco is a different story element: character,…
Engaging Books for 3rd Graders
Big Nate: Silent but Deadly: The latest and greatest Big Nate book. Silent but deadly brings humor to your average graphic novel. Branches: LOVE this entire series for my reluctant third grade readers. If you have a third grader who is not quite reading at a third grade level. THESE are the books for them….
2019 Teacher Bucket List
As the 2nd half of the year quickly approaches, I find myself a little on edge. I have SO enjoyed the past few days at home loving on my fam and recharging these teacher batteries. In order to tackle the weeks ahead and make the most of the time left, I have decided to be…