Abe, you’re first!
When you know better, you do better! My version 😉 scroll for details. I should “google” that phrase and give credit, where credit is due. 😉 It totally expresses what I’m feeling today. First, I know I’m late to the party, but recently I’ve fallen love with Canva. Secondly, it’s February, time to review my…
What’s Up Groundhog? Poem and Proofreading Activities
When you know better, you do better! That’s exactly what this post is all about! I revamped the Groundhog Products I had at TeachersPayTeachers. Four have become two!!! I enclosed more graphics and a more detailed explanation of how to used the items. The poem and proofreading activities are based on the event itself and…
Dr. King! Happy Birthday to Ya!!!
“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “You really do have to say it all together to acknowledge the legacy of choices this man made during his lifetime. Hopefully through books or videos that have been shared, the kiddos get the gist of Dr. King’s dream for his family and mankind living in America in 1960’s and…
NLAGB: Bear Stays Up for Christmas
This “Nothing Like A Good Book” (NLAGB) post is for Karma Wilson’s Bear Stays Up for Christmas. It has wonderful illustrations by Jane Chapman. There is “Nothing-L-A-G-B” read aloud and how it makes you feel. Personal Background with the book NLAGB: Bear Stays Up for Christmas was not my first introduction to Karma Wilson’s wonderful rhyming. Or…
“Bear Says Thanks” by K. Wilson is the latest NLAGB
This “Nothing Like A Good Book” (NLAGB) post is for Karma Wilson’s Bear Says Thanks. It has lively illustrations by Jane Chapman. There is “Nothing-L-A-G-B”  read aloud and how it makes you feel. “Bear Says Thanks” is my way of showing “When you know better, you do better!” That thought has been my driving force over the…
Veterans Day: Honoring Those Who Served in Our Military
Happy Veterans Day! I’m the proud daughter of a career United States Marine veteran. I’ve always enjoyed explaining military life to my students: the ceremonies, the routines, and structures of life. I grew up in the Corps on bases in California, Hawaii, Arizona, and North Carolina. We usually moved every 2-3 years, it was my…
Padre, Abba, Daddy Day
Time to give the “Dads” their spot in the limelight. Bless ’em since their special day isn’t during the school year, they’ve learned not to expect as many cards or creations from school as Mom received in May. I’ve created this Father’s Day product to say … Thanks Dads! It’s your turn! The product includes…
Yeehaw! It’s Rodeo Time!
Howdy from Houston, Texas where the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo events take place every March/April (dates vary). You might have heard the phrase “Texas, is a whole other country!”, well if you’re in town during rodeo season you’ll see one reason why. I was such a naive teacher for my first rodeo season. 🙂…
All Alike – A Writing Prompt for Martin L. King, Jr. Day
We’re different, but oh so alike. Â Help your kiddos acknowledge the differences, but more importantly recognize and explore the similarities between them and their classmates. Our Topic: Alike and not alike Brainstorm and generate a list to aid in their written responses. For example, chart the following categories and details to get them thinking: especially…
