Abby's Adjectives

This week we are learning more about adjectives and descriptive writing in our basal. I had purchased Abby's (The Inspired Apple) TPT unit on this. You can read more about it here.

The best thing is that it is complete. with. a. five. day. lesson plan!!! LOVE!!! I only wish my observation/evaluation was this week since I wouldn't have to stress about what to do.

I purchased my bag yesterday and went to WalMart--but no Pop rockin candy there. I know I saw it a couple of weeks ago--or maybe longer. So, today I am off on a hunt--I must find it.

Another skill that our basal is introducing is the dictionary. Cara (The First Grade Parade)  posted this picture:

I am hoping she adds to her ideas on this! But I do have the beginning of an anchor chart.


Where do these ladies come up with their inspirations???? Is it something they eat? drink? dream?  Wish they would send some my way--whatever!

Well, off to search for the candy! Happy Valentine's Day!

Tens and Ones place value

We continue working with place value in our Envisions Math.Here is a little place value work station I created.

Saturday, Snow, and Thanksgiving

Sounds like a broad range of topics. But when last weekend was a strep/doctor/bed kind of weekend it only stands to say that I am thankful that this weekend I am not at the Urgent Care waiting on meds--immediately!!!

The snow has left us this year it seems. This time last year it was snowing every other day and we were out of school a total of. 17. days. Since our district extends the school day 30 minutes EVERY day all year we have 13 built in days. We had to extend out year a couple of days and go on yikes a Saturday but we still got out before the end of May.  This year. no. snow. I guess the benefits of having 60 degree weather does make up for the cold but...the kids are desperately in need of snow days. They are bonkers!!! Add to that the fact that we have a male student teacher in our classroom=total bonkerness! The male figure is definitely a positive for lots of little guys but they seem to want to "show off" for attention.

Sometimes though it is great to have a male sharing our excitement and learning--especially when one little guy splits the entire rear out of his jeans. And when Mr. Teacher asks him what happened he can proclaim--"well I was scratching my butt and they split!" (Picture, turning heads and covering mouth and shaking shoulders to curtail the laughter from Mr. Teacher and myself!

This week we worked with inferences again. Take a look at our lesson from The First Grade Parade that you can view here. 

Thankfulness for the ideas from blog land. Cara posted her No, David ideas and we totally copied her lesson. They loved it.

Next week we are moving on to story plot. So my blogging this weekend is in search of some great ideas!!!

Have a great weekend and if you have any ideas to impress Mr. Teacher--throw them my way.

Tagged--got away--disappeared!

I've been tagged. So...first the rules:

YOU must post the rules.
2. Post 12 fun facts about yourself on the blog post.
3. Answer the questions the tagger set for you in their post, and then create 12 new questions for the people you tagged.
4. Tag 12 people and link them on your post.
5. Let them know you've tagged them!

12 Fun Facts about Me:

1. The name "Joe" is a recurring name in my life: first husband (deceased), present husband, father, father-in-law, brother==lots of Joe's.

2. Love Java Joe--coffee! Drink it all day long.

3. Once lived in California.

4. Had three sons--all with same initials.

5. Proud owner of a new "child"--my schnauzer. He is so precious--at least he's glad to see me when I come home.

6. I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was in fifth grade.

7. Love to read. Books are everywhere--at school and home.

8. Didn't think I would like a Nook or Kindle. But now have a Kindle Fire--love it--especially reading in bed because of the light in produces.

9. My husband is my best friend.

10. Love reading blogs and am envious of the "authors" and the ability to entertain so easily.

11. Am a perfectionist in some areas--especially the decor of the classroom and home.

12. Skipped my senior year in high school--why would I do that?????

Going Nutty's Questions:

1. When was the last time you talked to your high school sweetheart? Not a clue!

2. What is the most important quality in your lovey- dovey?He's fun to be around. He's my best friend!

3. Do you believe in love at first sight? Has it ever happened to you?Yes! It happened with us.

4. Where is the most romantic place you have gone for a date?The beach at a place called "top of the mast"

5. Does your sweetie support you in the blogging world? (The Mr thinks it's silly).He really doesn't know what all it entails. I don't share my addiction with him. He just wonders what I am doing on the computer so much.

6. If you could plan a getaway with your honey, where would you go?Either the top of a mountain or the beach looking at a beautiful sunset.

7. What is one word that best describes you both as a couple?The Odd Couple--he's loud and outgoing, I am quiet.

8. How long have you been with your honey-bunny?33 years!!!

9. What is the best present you have ever received for Valentine's Day?Special words in a card.

10. What is best present you have given to someone for Valentine's Day?My love.

11. Where was your first date?We went to a "war movie". He likes war movies. I don't. Makes you wonder why there was a second date.

12. Why don't you show ME some love and add me to your Blog Roll!?!?!?!? <3 Smooches!!I already follow!

Now, I am going to try to tag a few people.

First Grade Fanatics

First Grade Magic

First Grade Garden

Happily Ever After in First

1st Grade Learning Stars

Darling Doodles

First Grade School Box

First Grade to the Core

A few questions of mine:

1. What is your favorite TV show?
2. Coffee or tea?
3. Would you choose teaching as a career again?
4. Morning or night owl?
5. What is your favorite restaurant?
6. What is your favorite vacation spot or dream?
7. How many states have you been in?
8. Craziest event at school?
9. How long is your commute?
10. What is the last book you read for pleasure?
11. What are your hobbies?

   and number 12: Do you like to play games?

 

Friday's coming! AND a great blog giveaway.

I am so ready for the weekend. Just.one.more.day and I will have survived this week. Can I say hectic? Little things like--a new student teacher and being pulled out of the classroom for work on special projects and meetings. YIKES! Frustrating.

Do you follow these great blogs? As the caption says--three friends  + three prizes = a good old giveaway. So jump on over to funky first grade fun to join. If you need a smile--Kristin at a teeny tiny teacher will definitely make your day! 

But. this will brighten my day and yours...