Children’s Literature – Page 3

You Oughta Know About… Writing in the Clouds

04/04/2015

Happy Easter weekend! I know I get so excited about changing seasons, but there's just something about this time of the year that is magical. We're in Fredericksburg, TX for the weekend doing some shopping, spending time with family, and visiting some vineyards, but as we drove in ... read more

Monday Motivation: Loads of Ladybugs!

03/30/2015

If you're reading this, I have great news for you. You survived Monday (and I guess that means I did as well)! But seriously, today and tomorrow are STAAR (state) testing so we are pretty much confined to the classroom - so not fun on a Monday. I thought it'd be fun to share a fun lesson ... read more

Monday Motivation: An Interactive Inferencing with Pictures Lesson

02/17/2015

Welcome to the first installment of "Monday Motivation!" I plan to am going to start a weekly blog post series on lesson ideas including freebies, resources, etc. I am so excited to commit myself to this and continue working on my New Year's goal of remaining FOCUSED! Anyway, on to the good ... read more

And That’s a Wrap!

05/27/2014

I survived my first year of teaching!!! (I'm currently doing a happy dance. I know that you're sad that you can't see!) Not only did I have a great time wrapping up the year today with my first graders, but I also managed to finish packing/cleaning my classroom AND get officially ... read more

5 for Friday Linky Party! (June 21st)

06/21/2013

I have a confession to make... I think that I may be I am addicted to Doodle Bugs' 5 for Friday linky party! I love being able to sit down on Friday mornings and reflect on my week and everything that I was able to accomplish (or move to the back burner). It always makes me feel ... read more

The Teaching Texan

3 hours ago

Ok ya'll... a little food for thought 💭I used to DREAD small groups in my classroom... tell me I'm not alone.I didn't know what I was doing, my kids were all over the place, I didn't have enough time.I went into my literacy block each day with this HUGE sense of dread.Once I figured it all out, it quickly became my FAVORITE time of the day... so i wrapped up all my favorite tips and packed it up for you to help make it YOUR favorite time of the day too!My Guided Reading Academy is open until tomorrow, and I want YOU to join me! It's a great 6 week workshop where we will meet, discuss all things small group literacy and you will leave being the Small Group Reading Ninja that you were mean't to be!Check it out and join me here:www.theteachingtexan.com/success ... See MoreSee Less

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The Teaching Texan

6 hours ago

Drop a 🙋 if you agree that behavior management can be a STRUGGLE during center time.Someone has a question, you're trying to answer said question, and make it through a small group reading lesson, and give your small group of kiddos the attention they need and deserve... the volume is getting louder, your headache is getting worse and suddenly the timer goes off and it's time to do another round.Repeat the next day, and next day and next day...... I can't be the only one RIGHT?I have gather up my BEST tips and tricks to make your small group reading time the MOST effective while also telling you the secrets you're needing to hear on how to keep your centers running smoothly while you're doing it.Tonight at 6:00 pm CST come and join me to learn FOR FREE ALL the things about behavior management, small group literacy and all things reading awesomeness.Join me here:www.theteachingtexan.com/guidedreadingworkshop ... See MoreSee Less

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The Teaching Texan

16 hours ago

What is something you enjoy doing in the summer? Share it with me! 👇🏼If you’d also like to spend some time with me tonight, it is our last small group reading workshop of the summer! You can join me for a little fun here:the-teaching-texan.mykajabi.com/guided-reading-workshop ... See MoreSee Less

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The Teaching Texan

1 day ago

🚨 LAST Guided Reading Workshop of the summer 🚨Are you stuck? Looking for some tips? Or just ... want to spend a little time with me talking about small group reading? 😎Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 29th at 6 pm CST will be our LAST free guided reading workshop of the summer.This workshop will help give you a little clarity, a few freebies, and a chance to add some things to your guided reading time to make it FLOW and feel less stressful.Reserve your spot here:the-teaching-texan.mykajabi.com/guided-reading-workshop ... See MoreSee Less

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The Teaching Texan

2 days ago

Today is the DAY! 👏If you're anything like me, finding ways to improve on your teaching is always priority. It helps me feel like my classroom runs a little more smooth, and there is always a tip here or there that I think to myself... "wow, why didn't I think of that!"Today and tomorrow, I will be presenting at the Educate and Rejuvenate Conference alongside TONS of other amazing teachers. There will be LOTS of "wow, why didn't I think of that" moments with a few dance parties mixed in, and I'm TOTALLY here for it! If you would like to join us, you can for just FIVE DOLLARS! All this awesomeness for $5 dollars is really a steal, and you get a PD cert for being there! Grab your ticket and I'll see you in a bit: www.wifeteachermommy.com/sp/educate-and-rejuvenate/?aff=42 ... See MoreSee Less

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