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Thank you for the comments about my move. I'm feeling beter about it every day. Now for another question for you 4th grade teachers. I have the option of tables or desks to use. I also have these fantastic cubbies that are big enough for each student to have one and all the books, etc will fit in them. I would have community supplies in the middle of the tables. Please let me know pros and cons of both options.

I have been a member of the 1st and 2nd grade sites forever. I'm thrilled that you are here to help. Cathy
Tim On 5/24/11, Cathy wrote: > Thank you for the comments about my move. I'm feeling beter > about it every day. Now for another question for you 4th > grade teachers. I have the option of tables or desks to > use. I also have these fantastic cubbies that are big > enough for each student to have one and all the books, etc > will fit ...See More
May 28, 2011
Mae in Texas I've taught both 2nd & 4th. You will find there are lots of common threads between the two grade levels, but 4th graders can go further and do more.

I switched to tables last year and I love it! The room is much cleaner at the end of the day. No more messy desks. We have community supplies, and the students use a binder that they carr...See More
May 29, 2011
4th About having kids at tables....How do you get the kids to sit at table and not be talking constantly. I've rarely seen adults who can do this. Sometimes I think I'd like to switch my room arrangement, but I don't have confidence that I can get them to be quiet long enough to get something done. Also, how to you get them to do their own work and not...See More
Jun 1, 2011
all about expectations! I'm actually doing the exact opposite move of you and going from 4th to 2nd! You'll love 4th graders as they are a hoot and they still enjoy school! :) As far as getting them not to talk about their tables constantly and to not look at others works these are expectations that you as the teacher have to set for them at the beginning of the year. Thi...See More
Jun 3, 2011


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