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Do you loop?

by teachfirst

Apr 7, 2009

I am wondering how many of you loop out there? Just wondering what you see as the pros and cons.

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first Oooops! I apologize. It's been a long week! Full moon, jelly bean and chocolate bunny highs, etc. I was thinking that when I tried to post a reply earlier this week that my computer had locked up and I never completed the task. After posting today and THEN looking back, I see that I did post. Sorry for the repetition. (Then again - maybe it's the r...See More

Apr 10, 2009

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Karen M. Hi looper, Our school is going to begin looping next year. I teach K, and the 1st grade teachers next year will be coming from 2nd grade. The K teachers are concerned that the 2nd grade teachers who will be teaching 1st will have a hard time adjusting to incoming 1st graders (who were K). Any words of wisdom/advice?? Also, at your school, what are ...See More

Apr 10, 2009

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International/Cultural Day - 3rd grade

by BJ/TN/3

Apr 8, 2009

My 3rd grade team and I are interested in doing a culture day after our state testing. Just wondering if anyone had done this or had any great ideas to share. There are 6 classes and we thought each class could be a different culture and then switch so all students experience each! Please share!!!

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classroom management HELP (PLEASE!!!!!)

by first grade

Apr 8, 2009

I have a very challenging group of first graders this year and i would LOVE to hear of ideas for consequences other than taking away recess,free choice time, writing a note home, colored cards, or check marks or stickers on individual behavior charts. I have tried all of these and more. I try to differentiate instruction and make sure that individu...See More

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Leah On 4/10/09, ace/1st wrote: > Here's something I started with my class last year and while it doesn't > solve big problems, I think it might make them think about their day. I > watch the Biggest Loser and took the line from the theme song "What have > you done today to make you feel proud?" I ask my class this question > several days...See More

Apr 10, 2009

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Teach Hi everyone My suggestion: Check out Harry K. Wong's book First Days of School. I've been teaching for a llloooong time and it has helped me. He talks about procedures. It's great book. Also, How to Make a Difference by Marjan Glavac. You can check out both authors on [link removed].

It has made a great difference in my class this year. Ad...See More

Apr 10, 2009

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pics of classroom

by Chris

Apr 8, 2009

A week or so ago I wrote about some changes I made in the physical layout of my classroom this year. Someone asked for pictures and I took some but don't know how to show them. I don't have a website. I can upload them to my Kodak Easy Share gallery, but I think I'd have to send an e-mail to give people the link? Not sure. If you can tell me how to...See More

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Bev [link removed]!

Apr 9, 2009

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Practise Printing Paper Online

by Rob

Apr 8, 2009

Does anyone know of a website where you can type passages on primary paper (3 lines) and also have as many blank lines at the bottom to practise?

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Anyone ever taught a 1st/2nd combo

by Pros and cons please

Apr 8, 2009

We might be doing a 1st/2nd combo next year. So far I haven't gotten much positive feedback. I don't think I'm teaching it -- but just in case -- what would this look like? Thanks!

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Combo needs independent workers On 4/09/09, Beth@theBeach wrote: > Our school may have a 1/2 combo next year too and I've been > asked if I would consider taking it on. I taught a 2/3 combo > several years ago but it wasn't a traditional 2/3 (long > story) so I have a little experience with combos. We have a > K/1 combo this year that is working well. That teacher ...See More

Apr 9, 2009

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Cath I have taught 1/2 a number of times (also 1/2/3 and 2/3 and K/1). Teaching 1/2 is a great combination. The maturity and independence of the 2's really help with the grade 1's and they are wonderful role models and guides for the younger kids. I agree with the poster that said having students who are able to work independently is key. Also using gui...See More

Apr 9, 2009

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Arthur Saves the Planet for Earth Day and Beyond

by Funagain Games

Apr 8, 2009

Children kindergarten through 3rd grade living in the U.S. can submit a drawing or a 75-word essay to enter to win a copy of the board game "Arthur Saves the Planet" for their classroom. Teachers are encouraged to download entry forms at [link removed].

This educational, cooperative game â€“ the first and only Arthur board game produ...See More

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creative writing

by beth

Apr 9, 2009

Hi, I need a fun creative writing assignment for grade 1. Any fun ideas out there?

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How does your school use resource teachers?

by wondering

Apr 9, 2009

We are taking a look at how we use our resource teachers. Right now they are used as the class the students go to when their general ed. teacher has her planning period. Is there any other way they are used in your bldg.? THANKS!

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Judy2/CA The resource position is very different in our district. She works with spec ed kids all day, heads up the SST meetings(the one I attended last week for my student was 2 hrs long), does the IEP conferences, etc. Her portable is 1 away from mine. I see her at the beginning of the morning and briefly at lunch. She works as hard as anyone else at scho...See More

Apr 11, 2009

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Debbie On 4/10/09, [email removed].

Our resource teachers work hard and have a lot of kids to keep track of, grade, write reports on, etc. Shame on those who don't!

Apr 11, 2009

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