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

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 😉 ONE – FOOTBALL FUN I am all

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THE BIG REVEAL – MY NEW CLASSROOM AT MY NEW SCHOOL

THE BIG REVEAL – MY NEW CLASSROOM AT MY NEW SCHOOL

September 5, 2015 by teacherideafactory

I am SO behind the eight ball on everything these days, so please excuse my tardy post.  I couldn’t not show you my new digs and link up with my favorite ladies over at Blog Hoppin’ . . . it just took me a bit longer than expected to get

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OUTTA THIS WORLD ABC PRACTICE

OUTTA THIS WORLD ABC PRACTICE

September 1, 2012 by teacherideafactory

Before we get down to business today, I have two sad little words for you . . . I’m sick.  Yup, in 8 short days in the classroom, my sweet crew of kiddos not only shared their cuteness with me, but they also shared their germs.  BOO! Isn’t it usually

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MOVE IT MONDAYS  VOL II – CLASSROOM MOVEMENT SERIES

MOVE IT MONDAYS VOL II – CLASSROOM MOVEMENT SERIES

June 26, 2012 by teacherideafactory

Okay, okay!!  So, I know it’s Tuesday and I am flyin’ with a Monday piece today (I swear I haven’t gotten that far into summer mode yet).  However, in my defense, if you came for a little look-see yesterday, you may have noticed that I was guest bloggin’ for my palsy-walsy, Katie

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BIRTHDAY BASH – CLASSROOM + BAINBRIDGE-STYLE

BIRTHDAY BASH – CLASSROOM + BAINBRIDGE-STYLE

June 15, 2012 by teacherideafactory

In honor of Mrs. Bainbridge’s AWESOME Bloggy Birthday Bash & Giveaway, I decided that it was the perfect time to jump start a classroom birthday celebration discussion.  What do you all do in your classes to celebrate your kiddos’ special day?  Here’s a little sneak-peek at what happens in good

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TEARFUL GOODBYE + SCAVENGERS

TEARFUL GOODBYE + SCAVENGERS

June 8, 2012 by teacherideafactory

We had a super turnout our First Grade Awards Night this evening.  The classroom was packed and the kids were all “prettied” up.  Before the night got underway, I began to launch into my annual thank you speech and the moment I opened my mouth, I turned into a blubbering

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FIRST DAY BACK & CURRENTLY

FIRST DAY BACK & CURRENTLY

June 6, 2012 by teacherideafactory

What a perfect day.  I am tired as all get out, but it was a wonderful first day back.  It was like riding a bike . . . it’s amazing how it just all comes back to you and the nerves melt away when those kiddos walk in the door.

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SUPER POST-OPEN HOUSE THEME

SUPER POST-OPEN HOUSE THEME

May 2, 2012 by teacherideafactory

Three years ago I ran with a superhero theme during the second to the last week of school.  It provided just the right “hook” for my kiddos.  For some reason I got off track and have overlooked it in the past few years. What was I thinking (or not thinking

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