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MAth Series HELP

by Kelly

Apr 1, 2013

Hi! I am need of a new math series for first grade. Since this will be brand new I am looking for one that comes with all manipulatives etc in it! Also, one that has LOTS of resource help online from other teachers who use this series.

PLease, if you love yours, recommend it!! Thanks

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MAth Series HELP

by Kelly

Apr 1, 2013

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Do NOT Get Math in Focus BAD!!! nfm On 4/01/13, Kelly wrote: > Hi! I am need of a new math series for first grade. Since > this will be brand new I am looking for one that comes with > all manipulatives etc in it! Also, one that has LOTS of > resource help online from other teachers who use this > series. > > PLease, if you love yours, recommend it!! Thanks

Apr 3, 2013

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Interview lesson idea needed

by Susan

Apr 7, 2013

Hi, I am currently teaching 3rd grade and have also taught kindergarten for 5 years.

If I have to present a lesson for the first grade position (at another school,) can you please give me some suggestions? I have never had to do this, but have seen other teachers come in and have way too much to present or bring the kids to the carpet and ...See More

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WGMcGrawHill Lead21

by Luann

Apr 12, 2013

Anyone have any knowledge of Lead21 and reasons some districts are trying to return it? Have heard it is no longer going to be supported although still being sold. Is it or is it not aligned to CCSS? Thanks, luann

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As a general rule stay away from anything McGraw-Hill. That company has the world's most shoddy editing standards. They work their people to death, and their corporate motto is "Faster! Faster! Slap a cover on it and get it out the door by deadline."

McGraw-Hill doesn't give half a hell about its adult customers. As far as school children are concerned, all...See More

Apr 13, 2013

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DRA... Opinions please

by :(

Apr 13, 2013

Is it realistic to believe that every first grader can and should be at a DRA level 16 by the end of the year? I teach in an urban school district in a school with almost 100 percent of the students receiving free breakfast and lunch. I have students who struggle with paying attention, are often tarcy, absent, moving in and out of schools, and even...See More

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Jessie We were expected to have all demonstrate a reading fluency rate of 63 works per minute by the end of the year. This was a cold reading. I thought it was very unfair for the students and the teachers.

On 4/13/13, :( wrote: > Is it realistic to believe that every first grader can and > should be at a DRA level 16 by the end of the year...See More

Apr 24, 2013

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Thumb-Sucking

by Dale

Apr 14, 2013

It's considered to be soothing and therapudic! As the baby grows older he/she will develop certain finger to suck... Sometimes they'll even select a toe.... It's normal and will vanish away after a period of time!!

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AP On 4/14/13, Dale wrote: > It's considered to be soothing and therapudic! As the baby > grows older he/she will develop certain finger to suck... > Sometimes they'll even select a toe.... It's normal and > will vanish away after a period of time!!

It really wouldn't be a problem if I wasn't being held accountable for his learnin...See More

Apr 14, 2013

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Earth Day!There's still time to make it effective,meaningful

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Apr 21, 2013

Earth Day Lessons, Printables & Activities! Click below, and be sure to share the link with colleagues.

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Former student-- My first year teaching!!!

by Dale

Apr 24, 2013

How she was able to find me I may never know!! I often have thought of her and her three sisters and the way they were eager to learn and were exceptional students in every way!!!

When I received her second private message today there was no doubt after asking her questions in the first message that she was one of former students the very ...See More

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4 Common Ways to Manage Behavor

by Betsy Weigle

Apr 25, 2013

Don't wear yourself out with classroom management challenges. Click below to read 4 Common Ways to Manage Behavior.

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Supply List ideas...

by Hurley

Apr 26, 2013

What are some things that you put on your first grade supply list. Are there any must haves that I should know about? I'm moving from 3rd to 1st next year.

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Gracie On our list we have 2 sets of crayons, because by January they are in need of fresh crayons,2 pkgs. of Ticonderoga pencils ( they are the best!), and hand sanitizer.

And welcome to the wonderful world of first grade!

May 14, 2013

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Pennie We also ask for baby wipes and 2 black dry erase markers.

May 18, 2013

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