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TRANSITION TIPS & BRAIN BREAK IDEAS TO INCREASE ENGAGEMENT

November 8, 2015 by teacherideafactory

We all know that lengthy periods with immobile kiddos spells trouble in the classroom – decreased engagement, behavior problems, heads on desks, and countless other undesirable outcomes.  Well, with the wet weather coming and the standards kicking into high gear, here are a few movement/transition ideas that just may be the ticket for you and

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WEEKLY REWIND – ADJECTIVES, MATH, AND QUESTION MARKS

October 18, 2015 by teacherideafactory

I see a pattern emerging in these posts. It seems that I can’t make it to the party on time . . . I guess I am a Sunday share kind of a gal ๐Ÿ™‚  I’m not going to fight it.  Instead, I will just blog on and not look back! Here’s a little peek

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HAUNTED HOP . . . SCARE UP SOME FREE GOODS

October 17, 2015 by teacherideafactory

Fall is in full swing and maybe your planning could use a little pick me up?  I know that I have been jonesing for some new material ๐Ÿ™‚ Well, you’re in luck.  Some of your favorite TPT sellers have joined forces to make your fall just a tad bit easier via the Haunted Halloween Hop! You can coare

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BUILDING STRONGER WRITERS (PART 2)

October 15, 2015 by teacherideafactory

I am finally back with the remainder of my writing post dissertation. Let’s be honest . . . I had to break this write up into two sections as I was getting a bit carried away in my lesson descriptions. However, I figured if I was going to spill my guts, I might as well

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NOUNS, PUNCTUATION, AND SHORT E . . . OH MY!

October 5, 2015 by teacherideafactory

I’m poppin’ in for a late as ever weekly rewind . . . Five For Friday . . . er . . . Sunday Night style.  We had a great week in first grade. Lots of learning and oodles of shenanigans. I even got hit with a new student on Tuesday (my 15th boy out of 24 total). Yes,

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ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS AND LEARNING TARGETS

October 2, 2015 by teacherideafactory

So . . . I’m here with a little essential questions and learning target chatter. These two phrases are at the heart of common core instruction these days. It’s all about pulling the layers back on that “deeper meaning.” Well, I just so happened to have the opportunity to review a product along these lines

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FIVE FOR FRIDAY – APPLES, PHONICS, AND MORE

September 27, 2015 by teacherideafactory

Holy End of September my friends.  Um, where in the WORLD did this week go? Things are still as busy as ever in the school department, but it’s getting a bit easier.  My crew and I have found that sweet “rhythm” and we are officially on a roll.  Sure, we have a few hiccups along

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SPECTRUM PHONICS + CARSON-DELLOSA

September 25, 2015 by teacherideafactory

Happy Friday, y’all . . . we’ve made it to the weekend!  It’s time to kick our feet up, knock around in our jammers until noon, soak up some family time, and cruise around some blogs for some fresh ideas ideas!   I am here today to talk to you about Spectrum Phonics from Carson-Dellosa.

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BUILDING STRONGER WRITERS (PART ONE)

September 22, 2015 by teacherideafactory

My all time favorite subject to teach is writing.  It even edges out math in my book.  I absolutely love the whole process.  Watching the kids progress throughout the year keeps me coming back for more.  It must be my journalism degree talking here . . . I’ve always loved to write.  And, I must

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WEEKLY REWIND – FOOTBALL, GREAT TUNES, AND STINKIN’ UP THE PLACE

September 13, 2015 by teacherideafactory

Holy end of the weekend, folks.  Well, I am later than late with this Five For Friday post, but I am going to roll one out just the same.  There’s nothin’ like pushing the limits of being “fashionably late” to the party ๐Ÿ˜‰ ONE – FOOTBALL FUN I am all about the pigskin.  I swear

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