Firstieland - First Grade Teacher Blog
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Pencil sharpening. It’s the number one problem in a first grade classroom. Now I KNOW you get what I am talking about. From losing pencils, to broken pencils to the constant sharpening…pencils are a problem. Why is it that, just as you are starting a writing lesson, somebody decides they need to sharpen their pencil at just that very moment?… Read More
Are you looking for a more efficient way of grading papers? Do you feel like you’re drowning in a mountain of papers and there’s no place to escape? If so, you’ve come to the right place for some tips and tricks to make grading papers easier. ABC Order One of the easiest ways to speed up grading papers is to… Read More
Back to school is here and it’s time to get your classroom set up and ready to go for the year. Are you dreading spending the last of your summer in a hot classroom arranging furniture and putting up bulletin boards? Here’s how you can get your classroom ready in no time flat! I know, I know…..we have to face… Read More
Meet The Teacher night can be an exciting, but stressful, event. Do you get those first day jitters and wonder “What am I going to say to the parents?” “Do I have to talk in front of all those people?” “How will I keep the students occupied?” I hear ya sista! It can seem like an overwhelming evening and you… Read More
Are you someone who needs some simple teacher organization tips? Do you find yourself staying late at school every day? Are you missing soccer games and taking home a lot of fast food dinners? Girl….I hear you! This was such a problem for me for so long! I decided I need to get organized and stop living at school! So… Read More
Do you have a classroom theme? I’ve had many different themes, but this year I decided on a crayon themed classroom. I liked the idea of using a rainbow of colors and what better way to do that than with crayons! Welcome To My Crayon Themed Classroom As you enter my room you’re greeted with a brand new quote on… Read More
