First Grade Teachers Chatboard

Jul 21, 2014

Some of the most misunderstood aspects of introverted temperaments, and how teachers can help introverts succeed in the classroom.

Organizing class library

by Terri

Jul 1, 2014

Last year I reorganized my class library. I really like the results, but this year our district is going to require AR. My question is should I have separate containers for AR books or should I just put labeled AR books together within the current categories? Thanks,

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Diana On 7/01/14, Terri wrote: > Last year I reorganized my class library. I really like > the results, but this year our district is going to require > AR. My question is should I have separate containers for > AR books or should I just put labeled AR books together > within the current categories? Thanks,

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Jul 13, 2014

Need a different Read-aloud

by Jane

Jul 10, 2014

I need some suggestions for different read alouds....different than Junie B & Magic Tree House. What are your favorites?

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Liz On 7/10/14, Jane wrote:

> I guess I wasn't very clear - looking for chapter books.

Jul 10, 2014

Liz On 7/10/14, Liz wrote:

> On 7/10/14, Jane wrote:

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>> I guess I wasn't very clear - looking for chapter books.

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My Weird School Series is great!

Jul 10, 2014

The Silent Playground – Why Students Need Daily Recess

The school playground was once the highlight of most elementary students’ days. It was an escape where children could socialize with friends, participate in free play, take part in sports, and explore nature.

The endless laughter that once echoed from elementary school playgrounds has unfortunately turned into silence. [Click below to r...See More

Jul 7, 2014

what does your school use to teach reading

by sherry/first/texas

Apr 26, 2014

Does your school have a reading series it uses? Is it phonics based? Do you require students to read at a certain DRA level to enter first and to promote from first? We have a series I like, but others are saying our phonics is weak, we have too many struggling readers....thinking about changing and need your thoughts please.

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jo/ma (more) I'm in a low income, high ELL district and the Wilson Program really works well. My district tends to modify everything to suit our particular needs. For reading, we go by the standards. The district gives us a skeleton list of stories we must do for each standard, but leaves us lots of time for readings of our own choosing.

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May 25, 2014

Brittany We use a reading series called Scott Foresman's Reading Street. We also use a phonics program called Saxon Phonics. I strongly believe in the Saxon program and believe it helps children learn how to read. Also websites such as starfall.com are helpful with phonics practice!

Jun 30, 2014

Looking for Great Read Aloud Titles

by Hurley

Dec 20, 2013

Ok teachers, I want to start off the new year with a great read aloud that the kids will love. Who has some titles for me. We ended the year with Junie B. Jones, Batman Smells...and they loved it!

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Hurley On 12/21/13, Grades 2-6 wrote: > GRADE LEVEL? Sorry. I posted this in the first grade chat room. I am looking for first grade read alouds.

Dec 30, 2013

Karen M. I'm checking the chatboard and I see your query. Maybe you can use the suggestions for next school year. I start reading a chapter book to the class "The Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark". It's a great little book! Lots of opportunities to recap each chapter, and the main protagonist is a spunky little barn owl. Every class I've read it to loves it. ...See More

Jun 27, 2014

"It seems that I work with many over-achievers."

Jun 19, 2014

Click below to read a teacher's appealing, lighthearted but wise perspective on what summer break can and should be.

Moving from K to first

by Nancy in MD

Jun 16, 2014

Any advice? I'm very excited!

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Annette Luna On 6/16/14, Nancy in MD wrote: > Any advice? I'm very excited! I have never taught kinder but I have taught 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade. I think you will like the slight maturity difference. Reading is the top priority, learn everything you can to prepare yourself in this area.

Jun 18, 2014

Interview in Prince William Co tomorrow

by Maddie

Jun 16, 2014

Hello Teachers, I have been a teacher for 15 years but have always taught 5th grade. Just got a call from a principal about a 1st grade teaching position in her school and she wants to interview me tomorrow. Can any of you give me some hints on what kinds of things are taught in 1st grade here, how they teach, with what resources and texts, and how...See More

In Finland, Students Always Have Time for Bathroom Breaks

Jun 8, 2014

Tim Walker is an American educator now teaching in Finland. He blogs about the contrasts between American and Finnish schools. His latest entry begins, "Nothing should ever get in the way of bathroom breaks for students, right? Think again..."

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