Today marks exactly one month until I go back to school. Can you believe summer is almost over?!? It flies by crazy fast! This year my little cutie will be with me everyday at school. I’m so darn excited! We have been hard at work trying to get ready for Kindergarten! The two centers below are centers that I made with her in mind, but will definitely use during the first week of school. The first one is matching colored dots to their color word … [Read more...]
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MEGA giveaway #2!!
Just in case you missed this MEGA giveaway last month…I wanted to have another one this month!! Here’s the details: I will pick 2 lucky winners on Saturday, July 20th {at midnight Texas time} to win the items below. There are 7 packs in this giveaway that are perfect for back to school!! Some packs include more than 1 pack, so there are actually 11 packs that are in on this giveaway…I’ll explain more below. Let’s get started! #1. Sight Word … [Read more...]
Bossy Pants!
I am officially school lagged from being back to school this past week. I loved seeing my little kiddos, but getting up while it is still dark outside…notsomuch. Although I was a sleepy girl this week, I knew my kiddos wouldn’t be! They always seem to have more energy the week we return from a break than ever before!! So, I knew I had to bring my A-game and keep these kiddos busy with learning!! I called in some visitors to visit us each … [Read more...]
Coins Activities Centers for Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade
I personally believe the key way to teach coin identification and counting coins is by a lot of exposure throughout the entire school year. Many times the standard is taught once during the school year, we move on to the next standard, and students don't see coins again until the next school year. The activities below can all be used throughout the year since they do not have a monthly theme. This unit hits so many skills that it can be used in … [Read more...]
End of the Year Memory Book
End of the Year Memory Book How many weeks do you have left in the school year? We have 4 weeks left! It has flown by. I can't believe Bubs will be in 2nd grade and Sis will be a freshman in high school! Whew, that was hard to type! One of my favorite things to do at the end of the year are memory books. As a mama, looking back on my own kids' memory book is just so sweet. I love to see what they loved at that age, their favorite things … [Read more...]
Vowel Sounds of Y Games and Activities
Vowel Sounds of Y Games and Activities Happy Tuesday! We had such a great Easter weekend with family. My kids were out of school on Friday and Monday which was so nice! I love mornings where we aren't rushing out the door! Today, I am sharing the newest Phonics Friends with you all; it’s Y the Spy for teaching the Vowel Sounds of Y. If you aren’t familiar with Phonics Friends, you can read about them here. Also, if you already own the … [Read more...]
Short Vowel i Phonics Activities and Games
Sharing a quick look at short vowel i phonics activities and games within Phonics Friends. If you aren't sure what Phonics Friends are, they are phonics characters and activities that teach the weekly phonics skill through engaging, interactive, hands on, and fun ways to practice! I love them. You can see more Phonics Friends HERE and see what teachers love about them HERE. SHORT VOWEL I PHONICS ACTIVITIES AND GAMES Here is a break down of … [Read more...]
Recap + Freebies!
Happy Friday! I cannot believe September is half way over; I swear the older I get the more time flies by so quickly. The weather has been so nice here and it's finally starting to feel like fall outside. Speaking of weather, I'm praying for all of you that have been affected or have family/friends affected by the hurricanes and fires. Here’s this week’s weekly recap! *all the links are posted below the pics* IG POSTS FROM THE … [Read more...]
Apple Week Activities
Happy Thursday! Today, I'm doing an Apple Round Up of all the things that might be helpful to you during your Apple Week! Apple Week Activities Apple Plate: This apple craft doubles as a wreath! It can be used to write adjectives that describe an apple, write/draw the stages of an apple life cycle, write facts about apples, facts about Johnny Appleseed, or sequencing how to make applesauce. This can also be used within any subject area; … [Read more...]
September Fall Activities for PreK, Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade
Happy Friday! We have a 3 day weekend and I am so ready! I am really looking forward to having no schedule! Today I am sharing a big September / Fall round up (with a freebie) - everything is geared towards Prek/K, 1st, and 2nd. September Fall Activities for PreK, Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade Apple Flip Book: These are a great creative alternative for holding your students' apple learning. They are adorable hanging in the … [Read more...]
September Writing Activities and Crafts for Fall
Happy Wednesday! We made it through the first official week of school. Whoohoo! I was very nervous about our little guy's new routine, but he is loving it so far. He has always been a homebody (since the day we brought him home from the NICU) so going to school has been quite the accomplishment for him. So proud of him! For today's post I'm sharing September Writing Activities and Crafts for Fall. Y'all know how much I love these thematic … [Read more...]
Weekly Recap + a FREE activity!
How's everyone holding up? Are you doing virtual teaching or in the classroom? I hope you are all doing good and reminding yourself everyday how amazing you are!! Giving each of you a big virtual hug! Here's a quick recap from this week: IG POSTS FROM THE WEEK: *I'm throwing in some from last week since I missed* All the links are posted below each picture! Just the Friends Phonics Friends (Rudy U) *These include just the friends; no … [Read more...]