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Showing posts with label A Poem Each Week. Show all posts
Showing posts with label A Poem Each Week. Show all posts
Saturday, February 20, 2016
Friday, January 8, 2016
Weekly Notes for January 8 (Freebies, Books, Lessons, and More!)
Book of the week
What a fabulous book! The images draw readers in and this wordless picture book provided so much detail that my two-year-old could tell the story to me as he flipped through the beautiful pages. This is one I hope to see a Caldecott sticker on soon!
Lesson of the week
Creating character is one of the first things students should so when planning a fiction piece. Watch this video and download this handout for ideas on helping student create strong characters.
Fabulous Friday Freebie
The January Edition of A Poem Each week is ready to download. This month focuses on four poems to promote higher level thinking and having students make connections to the text. Poems you will need for this month:
Hooray! Hooray! It's New Year's Day by Kenn Nesbitt
(found in the book My Hippo Has the Hiccups)
January by John Updike
The sky is low, the clouds are mean, by Emily Dickenson
Pin of the week
I have spent a lot of time lately reading about testing and assessing. I loved this article by Mandy's Tips 4 Teachers about getting control of student assessments. 
Recipe of the Week
For New Years this year we wanted something warm and cozy. I fixed this white bean and ham soup that I found at Sweet and Simple and a Dash of Crazy. Since I am a little superstitious I added a few collard greens to bring money in the new year.
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Weekly Notes (Books, Lessons, Freebies and More) 11/20/15
Books, lessons, and freebies. Here is a treat for you this Thanksgiving. I hope you are either already on vacation or just two school days away from a much needed break.
Book of the Week
I've been revisiting an old book Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within by Natalie Goldberg. After a 5-year hiatus from writing, I am finally trying to get over the fear I've felt of the page. I've enjoyed putting words on paper again and this book is inspiring me to get over myself and get on the page.
Lesson of the Week
This week I like to focus on poetry. It is a week filled with activity and poetry is quick and easy. These 4 poems by Jack Prelutsky will get everyone in the holiday mood and reflecting on their Thanksgiving Traditions. You can get this November A Poem Each Week for FREE.
Fabulous Friday Freebie
My wonderful friend, Erin Shurbutt from Snazzy in Second made these wonderful Properties of Addition posters. I love how I can use these at centers and have them on the walls. A little velcro on the back makes them easy to move.
My Favorite Pin of the Week
Recipe of the Week
About a year ago my husband and I completed Whole 30. We have spent the past year trying to stick to the 80/20 rule. 80% of the time we follow Whole 30 and the other 205 we eat what we want. One of the staple meals we fix is Paleo Italian Meatballs from Tastes of Lizzy T's. This makes a lot of food and we are set for lunches, dinners, and snacks. In the recipe you can find the link for the a sauce and how to cook spaghetti squash.
Finding Time for Me
After a 20 year hiatus from the high school swim team, I dove back into the pool. I hate working out. I hate running, and watching the clock, I hate gym class teachers who are super excited about working out and want me to yell and count. But, I love water. Today I got over myself, put my 1 year old in the gym daycare and did laps in the pool. I feel great! My entire body feels alive. I was alone for 25 minutes with nothing but myself and a pool. The only sounds were my breath and splashing and my brain actually relaxed. To top if off, I hopped in the hot tub for 5 minutes and was able to shower and put my make up on without someone wanting to be held or play with my brushes. This will be my thing. My 25 minutes of silence.
Book of the Week
I've been revisiting an old book Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within by Natalie Goldberg. After a 5-year hiatus from writing, I am finally trying to get over the fear I've felt of the page. I've enjoyed putting words on paper again and this book is inspiring me to get over myself and get on the page.
Lesson of the Week
This week I like to focus on poetry. It is a week filled with activity and poetry is quick and easy. These 4 poems by Jack Prelutsky will get everyone in the holiday mood and reflecting on their Thanksgiving Traditions. You can get this November A Poem Each Week for FREE.
Fabulous Friday Freebie
My wonderful friend, Erin Shurbutt from Snazzy in Second made these wonderful Properties of Addition posters. I love how I can use these at centers and have them on the walls. A little velcro on the back makes them easy to move.
My Favorite Pin of the Week
This bread! This will be an appetizer for my Thanksgiving Day. I can't wait.
Recipe of the Week
About a year ago my husband and I completed Whole 30. We have spent the past year trying to stick to the 80/20 rule. 80% of the time we follow Whole 30 and the other 205 we eat what we want. One of the staple meals we fix is Paleo Italian Meatballs from Tastes of Lizzy T's. This makes a lot of food and we are set for lunches, dinners, and snacks. In the recipe you can find the link for the a sauce and how to cook spaghetti squash.
Finding Time for Me
After a 20 year hiatus from the high school swim team, I dove back into the pool. I hate working out. I hate running, and watching the clock, I hate gym class teachers who are super excited about working out and want me to yell and count. But, I love water. Today I got over myself, put my 1 year old in the gym daycare and did laps in the pool. I feel great! My entire body feels alive. I was alone for 25 minutes with nothing but myself and a pool. The only sounds were my breath and splashing and my brain actually relaxed. To top if off, I hopped in the hot tub for 5 minutes and was able to shower and put my make up on without someone wanting to be held or play with my brushes. This will be my thing. My 25 minutes of silence.
Friday, November 20, 2015
Teaching Poetry
Don't leave, we have moved but you can still get this free download! Just hop on over to my new site. You will find plenty of free lessons and ideas on poetry, classroom management, and more!
Sunday, October 18, 2015
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Monday, August 31, 2015
September A Poem Each Week
Don't leave, we have moved but you can still get this free download! Just hop on over to my new site. You will find plenty of free lessons and ideas on poetry, classroom management, and more!
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