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K vs. 1st

by Gail

Jun 8, 2012

I'm thinking of moving up to 1st from k. I've been in K for 3 years. What are some of the biggest differences/similarities you see? Pros/cons? Thanks!

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K vs. 1st

by Gail

Jun 8, 2012

I'm thinking of moving up to 1st from k. I've been in K for 3 years. What are some of the biggest differences/similarities you see? Pros/cons? Thanks!

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Chris I have taught first and Kinder so I'll give you my list as I see it. Hope this helps.

In kinder, you are the first person to point out to the parents that their little darlingg might not be as perfect as they think, either academically, socially, emotionally, or otherwise. By first grade, parents have usually been alerted to these issues ...See More

Jun 21, 2012

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word sorts

by cheryl

Jun 10, 2012

FANTASTIC FREE SITE, SUITABLE FOR ALL YEAR LEVELS

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Here, teachers can create their own digital word sorts from their weekly spelling lists, or use any of the hundreds of word sorts already created (covering P-7), create individual student logons and monitor student results.

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How did you learn how to teach reading?

by Kay

Jun 14, 2012

Hello all! I may be teaching 1st grade next year at a private school. They emphasize small reading groups instead of using a basal. I used to teach 3rd grade at a public school and we just followed the basal's teacher curriculum so all the lessons were planned out for me. Even so, I always felt like I was struggling trying to figure out how exactly...See More

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RTH I suggest that you read Reading Is Only the Tiger's Tail by Robert and Marlene McCracken. It is a clear, sequential guide to teaching beginning reading. It's a small volume, packed with practical and effective lessons.

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RTH On 7/06/12, RTH wrote: > I suggest that you read Reading Is Only the Tiger's Tail by Robert > and Marlene McCracken. It is a clear, sequential guide to teaching > beginning reading. It's a small volume, packed with practical and > effective lessons. > > [link removed]

Jul 6, 2012

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Moving to Porland, OR

by Charlie

Jun 16, 2012

Hi we are possibly moving to Portland from London and have a 5 boy. Could anyone shed some lights on gaining a place to one of the better elementary schools? Do they tend to be over subscribed? There appears to be some comments online about paying to go to state schools. Do you pay to attend some of them. Is entry based on catchment areas? Etc Than...See More

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Leah Try posting on the Oregon chatboard.

On 6/16/12, Charlie wrote: > Hi we are possibly moving to Portland from London and have > a 5 boy. Could anyone shed some lights on gaining a place > to one of the better elementary schools? Do they tend to be > over subscribed? There appears to be some comments online > about paying to ...See More

Jun 19, 2012

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Math assessment test

by grace

Jun 18, 2012

My school is looking for a math assessment test to go along with MTSS. If your school uses on what do they use, how much does it cost, and what are the pros and cons about it? Thanks!

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Saxon Math 1

by Denise

Jun 19, 2012

What is the best math program for first grade?

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Saxon Math 1

by Denise

Jun 19, 2012

What are the pros and cons of using Saxon 1 Math?

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Brand New: What do I need?

by Alex

Jun 20, 2012

Hello fellow first grade teachers! I am so excited to have a teaching job this year and in such a fun grade! Since I am starting a classroom from scratch, I was curious to know what are some must haves? Thank you for your help! Alex

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