First Grade Fascinations: April 2011

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1st Grade Learning Stars

I'm Back....In A New Grade - The old saying "time flies" sure holds true for me. I haven't posted on this blog for a long time, I've just been so busy. I was amazed at the number of ...
11 years ago
ABC and 123

Preschoolers love themes. I am doing Johnny Apples... - Preschoolers love themes. I am doing Johnny Appleseed to start the school year off with my now homeschooled grandson. We do science , math, reading,music, ...
9 years ago
Always First Grade

One Year! - It's been almost a WHOLE year since I last blogged. May things have changed in this past year. I am no longer a First grade teacher. This will be my 2nd ye...
10 years ago
Bishop's Blackboard: A First Grade Blog

Jim Dine vs. Peter Max Comparisons -
7 years ago
Chalk Talk: A Kindergarten Blog

Elephants Aloft and Positional Words - This week we are learning about positional words in science. Today we read the book Elephants Aloft. After reading the book we drew elephants and acted out...
11 years ago
Childhood101

April Special Days Calendar 2025 - I developed this April Special Days Calendar for 2025 as a practical tool to support teachers to use special days such as cultural holidays and internati...
1 week ago
Everything Under The Sun

- The booklet Everything Made Simple is now available in Spanish thanks to a translation by Adela Illera from Seville, Spain. Thank you Adela!! This bookl...
13 years ago
Fab in First

First WAS Fab...Second will be Super! - Thanks to all followers of this BLOG. I will be moving to second grade and will no longer post to this BLOG. I will, however, leave it active for viewing a...
13 years ago
Finally in First

Groundhog Freebie and other goodies - In case you are in need of some last-minute Groundhog Day ideas... Here is a FREEBIE! These digital activities are a fun way to practice skills. Are...
3 years ago
First Grade Best

Reindeer Preschool Learning Fun - *Here's A Previous Post Worth Checking Out!* *Preschool Fun* *Click here to view post.* *I hope to be back to blogging soon! *
10 years ago
First Grade Fanatics

Happy February! - Happy February! I can't believe we are already more than half way through the month! We've had a lot of rain here in Oregon these last few weeks, but toda...
5 years ago
First Grade Frogs

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First Grade Rock Stars

A few of our first grade cowboys. Homecoming 2012 -
12 years ago
First Grade Teaching

Cute Printable Alphabet and other funs stuff for the classroom! - I found the cutest site today that has some great printable games and flashcards. It is called MrPrintables.com Look how cute these are! I also love the...
13 years ago
First Grader...at Last!

Meet the Teacher Freebies - 12 years later, and I still get butterflies on Meet the Teacher night. I love meeting a new group, but its such a busy night trying to meet all my new ...
6 years ago
Fonts for Peas

Pea Deigh -
10 years ago
Froggy Friends Fun

Firefighter Fun! - This week the froggy friends will have fun learning about fire safety while using activities from my FIREFIGHTER FUN Thematic Unit. I'll post pictures later...
11 years ago
Fun in First Grade

How Teachers Feel After the First Day of School - Today was my 15th first day of teaching. I think it's a little like childbirth. We have to forget how much work it really is or we may not come back to ...
8 years ago
Have Fun Teaching Blog

Sight Word Song - "This is the Sight Word Song by Have Fun Teaching. This sight word song teachers all 220 sight words by saying the sight word and repeating the sight word...
6 years ago
Have Fun Teaching Blog

Brain Break Song Audio Brain Break Video - YouTube - This is the Brain Break Song by Have Fun Teaching! Perfect for brain breaks, physical activities, classroom activities, indoor/outdoor recess, transitions...
6 years ago
K to 3 Web Site...ings of the Day

Learning with Lego - Using Lego in the Classroom
7 years ago
kimmykats

Succulents.....my new love....hobby.... - A new geranium with a fleshy green plant that smells of lime Last year I planted a few succulents and loved them.....they grew and were beautiful.....t...
8 years ago
Kindergarten Rhode

Come on over to my new Blog! - I want to formally invite you to the grand opening of my new blog! Join me at Mrs. Rhodes' Scholars! Come on over and join me on my new journey! Don'...
13 years ago
Ladybug Teaching Resources

I've Moved! - I've moved to a new address! Please check it out by clicking the image below! Thanks for stopping by... :)
13 years ago
Ladybug's Teacher Files

Giving Students a Voice in Our Classroom Library - There's nothing so beautiful as seeing your students happily reading, am I right? I've been working really hard to convert some of my previous not-big-fan...
6 years ago
Life in First Grade

Making Bulletin Board Titles - Happy Sunday! I wanted to pop in quickly and share how I make my titles for bulletin boards. I got several questions about this after posting my vocabular...
9 years ago
Mo Willems Doodles

2022 - There are lots of exhibits, books, TV, and projects happening in 2023 which you can find out about by visiting @MO.WILLEMS.STUDIO on instagram.Art projects...
4 years ago
Mr. Hetzel's Band Blog

- For more information on the Iowa Jazz Championships visit this link. Iowa Jazz Championships. Also, check out Moten Swing, All The Things You Are and High ...
14 years ago
Mrs Jump's class

Alphapalooza 2 Phonemic Awareness & Phonics Fun! - “The two best predictors of early reading success are alphabet recognition and phonemic awareness.” -Marilyn Jager Adams We spend a lot of time working ...
7 years ago
Mrs. Fennemore's Class

Thank you! - Thank you Pod Four Friends and families for our adventures in Pod Four! It certainly was a busy one filled with lots of moments I will remember with a smil...
13 years ago
Mrs. I's Class

Cubby Storage - As I enter my 13th year of teaching, I am finding myself more limited by restrictions as to what I can and can't do. Many of the "fun" things I have done...
8 years ago
Mrs. Morrow's Kindergarten Class

Going to "Sock" it to you! - Hey Blogging Friends! It has been such a long time since I've posted! Just wanted to share a few freebies with you! I hope you find something you can use. ...
11 years ago
Mrs. Wheeler's First Grade Tidbits

AnthroDesk - Hey everyone! Hope you are all having a fantastic summer. It's hard to believe we are in July already. Time is definitely flying! Today's post is al...
8 months ago
Mrs.Cooper's Class

Thanks for visiting! - Hello! I'm so happy you're visiting this page. Our class is currently communicating through a private FB page, but I still love reminiscing and sharing i...
10 years ago
New Mom. New Wife. New Me.

Healthy Lasagna - Healthy Veggie Lasagna Healthy Veggie Lasagna Sautéed Veggies - 2 cups eggplant diced 1 ½ red sweet onion diced 2 garlic cloves 2 cups sliced mushrooms (I ...
11 years ago
Oceans of First Grade Fun

Math Tool Kit Freebie - Hey my peeps! I hope your summer has been fantastic!! I have two more weeks, then it’s back to the grind for me. Hop on over to Blog Hoppin’ to grab a ...
10 years ago
Oopsey Daisy

DIY Milk Glass - Hello my friends! It has been way too long. I hope you are having a fantastic summer! I would like to say that I have tons to post and my house is magica...
12 years ago
Oopsey Daisy

DIY Milk Glass - Hello my friends! It has been way too long. I hope you are having a fantastic summer! I would like to say that I have tons to post and my house is magica...
12 years ago
Planning for High School and Beyond

What's on this Blog - My plan is for this blog to be a resource for students and parents as high school and college approaches.
14 years ago
Primary Graffiti

100th Day of Fun - This Wednesday is our 100th Day of School. I'm thrilled for the kids but sad for myself. I love all the themed activities you can do with the kiddos and ...
5 years ago
Queen of the First Grade Jungle

Friendship and Love Storybook Stem - Well hello loves! We are recovered from a weekend of horses and a retirement party for my dad rounding out with Emmie winning her very first blue ribbon:...
5 years ago
Reading, writing and everything in-between

Eighth Graders are Exhausting! - But I am having a great time so far. I have been back at school for almost a week now--with students since Thursday, and I have never been so tired! I su...
13 years ago
Second Grade is Splendid!

Life is Good - a Rafflecopter giveaway Congratulations to Karyn! You will be receiving an email from me :) Does anyone own a Life is Good bag? I recently got this one ...
11 years ago
Second Grade Sweeties

You Know You're A Teacher When... - Abby is hosting a "You Know You're a Teacher When..." Linky Party! Click to link up to the fun! *You Know You're a Teacher When...* - You can't get past ...
14 years ago
Swamp Frog First Graders

Summer Book Study for an InterACTIVE Experience - Getting together plans for an Interactive Book Study on "The Interactive Class" by Joe & Kristen Merrill to share with teachers this summer. The authors ar...
4 years ago
Teaching in High Heels

Teachers ARE Heroes! - Y'all...I'm SUPER EXCITED! Teachers Pay Teachers is celebrating teachers everywhere! It's a HUGE TPT SALE...and everything in my store is 28% off! Be sure ...
10 years ago
The First Grade Parade

Hey Teachers....It's OKAY. - *Yes YOU.* The one whose weary body hits snooze 5 times before hurriedly rushing out the door to get to school on time. I'm talking to you. The perm...
7 years ago
The Grade Two Zoo

Reading Tent! - I found a cute idea on Pinterest for making a simple A-Frame Tent with a couple pieces of wood, a dowel, and a twin bed sheet. Of course I had to make it ...
13 years ago
The Sharpened Pencil

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Thirst for First

First Grade Common Core - Long time, wouldn't you say? I'm just popping in for a real quick post. I was wondering if you have seen this amazing workbook for the CCSS? I found it a...
12 years ago
What the Teacher Wants!

Holidays Around the World Plans 2019 - With 20 countries to to pick from, you'll never get bored! Here are the example plans for 2019. As always, my advice is GET STARTED EARLY! There are a lo...
5 years ago
What's NEW? - File Folder Fun

Personal Hygiene File Folder Game - We've got a new game posted on our sister site, that would be great to use with your little ones! Taking Care of Me File Folder Game (you need to sc...
12 years ago

First Grade Fascinations

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Tatertots and Jello: Weekend Wrap Up Party -- and Zipcoverz Camera Strap Giveaway!