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TIPS FOR DRAFTING STELLER HOLIDAY LESSON PLANS

TIPS FOR DRAFTING STELLER HOLIDAY LESSON PLANS

November 29, 2015 by teacherideafactory

As I sat down to plan out my holiday run with my firsties, my head started to spin a bit.  Even though planning for this fun season is exciting, it can be a bit overwhelming.  I found myself asking, “With only three weeks until Christmas Break, how am I going

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TURKEY WEEK IDEAS/FREEBIES  +  A LITTLE HOLIDAY PREP

TURKEY WEEK IDEAS/FREEBIES + A LITTLE HOLIDAY PREP

November 15, 2015 by teacherideafactory

How in the world are we already at the end of the first trimester and rollin’ into Turkey Break? I know I ask similar questions quite a bit on here (it must be my old age), but time just seems to be zooming by these days.  Despite the lack of

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TRANSITION TIPS & BRAIN BREAK IDEAS TO INCREASE ENGAGEMENT

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

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WEEKLY REWIND – ADJECTIVES, MATH, AND QUESTION MARKS

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 🙂  I’m not going to fight it.  Instead, I will just blog on and not look

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HAUNTED HOP . . . SCARE UP SOME FREE GOODS

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 🙂 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

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BUILDING STRONGER WRITERS (PART 2)

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

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

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

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ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS AND LEARNING TARGETS

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

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FIVE FOR FRIDAY – APPLES, PHONICS, AND MORE

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

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SPECTRUM PHONICS + CARSON-DELLOSA

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

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