Gathering student information is so important at the start of a new school year. There are some things that are just “must-haves”: how to contact the family (phone number, e-mail, best times to call?) emergency contacts in case parents can’t be reached (I’ve found it’s better for me to keep an updated list than the office, because sometimes the info…
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Math Worksheet Freebies Galore!
As I told you a few days ago, I created quite a few one page worksheets while working as a Title I reading and math teacher. So today I’m going to share some more with you. Below you find seven math worksheet freebies! Here your students will complete a 10 problem worksheet to practice their standard, expanded, and written form. Click on…
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Breaking Compound Words Apart FREEBIE
Several years ago I was a Reading Recovery/Title I teacher. I created a lot of my own materials to use as a Title I math and literacy teacher for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade. Many of these materials were simply a worksheet here or there. But if they helped me, I’m sure they’ll be a help to other teachers as…
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Parent and Family Communication Log
Keeping in touch with parents is so important! I always keep a communication log for every time I contact home. One school required this as part of our Title I services, but I also just find it’s a good habit to get into. Student documentation is vitally important, and parents love to know what is going on with their child! Reason…
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Creating Tolerance in the Classroom
This past year my co-teacher did an awesome activity using sign language at the end of the school year. However, I thought the lesson could be one that might be more fitting at the beginning of the year. It’s a great way for creating tolerance in the classroom. The lesson is pretty easy to do. You won’t need much for supplies. Put…
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