Daily 5 Freebies

Well, I didn't have my pumpkin spice latte yet, but so far so good, well, for today that is, you can read my breakdown here.

I had some freebies on Scribd, but recently realized that new members have to subscribe to download :(   I had no idea, so slowly but surely, I'll try to get my freebies moved over to my TPT store.

This is a popular pin, (Yay Pinterest!)  It's a great help for managing your Daily 5 activities.

Just clicky the pics, I would love to hear from you if you do ;)

This is another Daily 5 freebie I have.  I just love the clipart by Scrappindoodles and hope it's something you can use :)

Adios amigos

A Daily 5 Freebie

I cannot believe we'll be starting our 3rd week of school!

We've started our Daily 5 routines by modeling and practicing 3 Ways to Read.

I am going slooooow people...

I think it's so important to really allow our kiddos to understand the importance of reading the pictures and retelling the story.  In guided reading I'm always reminding my kiddos to first look at the picture, it's so important for reading comprehension to make sense of the pictures and to make predictions.

And for my kiddos who really need support, it's especially important that they see themselves as readers!

I know there are a lot of posters in Bloggyland, but since I need mine in Spanish, I thought I would make them bilingual.  I would really like to hear from you if you do enjoy these freebies :)

Also, I just uploaded my Super Hero Rules in my TPT :)

Have a Super week amigos!

Daily 5 Freebie

I don't mean to be downer, but I'm definitely feeling blue...

I was originally writing:

I've been resting, relaxin' and spending time with my kiddos,

but now I'm just in bummer state...

We got a new fridge last week, which minus the cost was wonderful.

But this morning we noticed the water connection at the base was leaking terribly.

UPDATE:  My hubby fixed the leak, so good so far.
I pray it's all good.
Still can't completely exhale though, but I'm better (still keeping my fingers crossed).

Ok, so onto the freebie.

I know there are a bunch of cute posters out there, but I thought I would make some to go along with the checklist I posted earlier.

They're free and come in English or Spanish :)
(very, very cheap, I was confused about the freebie policy on TPT for Scrappindoodle clipart)
I apologize for the confusion :(

The Daily 5

I feel more like a blog stalker than a blogger lately.

I've been reading The Daily 5, but then when it comes time to link up I get lost in OPP (other people's posts), and FORGET ABOUT IT if I hop on over to a Daily 5 Pinterest board, I get lost for hours.

Any...ways... we adopted the Common Core so I was planning to meet my Kinder Team this summer and plan our units, but I'm moving on up to First Grade.  I mentioned the Daily 5 book study online, so we're planning some D5 things out together.  

(Click the pic below, way below;) if you'd like a copy of a checklist we put together).

1. Establish a gathering place for brain and body breaks.
I've always had a whole group carpet area, but I've got my eye on one of these and it would incorporate my love for polka dots.  I don't call it anything special, but we sing a cute song about going to the carpet.

2. Developing the concept of "good fit" books 
I love the concept of using Goldilocks and the 3 bears, (especially because we have it readily available in Spanish).  Thank you Tammy for your freebie!  I'm going to work on one in Spanish for my teammates. 
3. Create anchor charts with students 
I love creating anchor charts with my students.  I like to have them visible around our whole group area where we discuss strategies, phonics, etc.  After we work on a new chart, I would usually try to place it up high on my teaching wall/carpet area bulletin board so that we can easily make references it.
4. Short, repeated intervals of independent practice and setting up book boxes 
I love the book boxes from IKEA!  They're cheap enough that I wouldn't mind replacing every year, the kids can decorate them, and did I mention they're cheap?  I love Kindergarten, Kindergarten, she has some really cute ideas, and I love how she put kids pix on the boxes, so Kinder friendly and just plain adorable!

5. Calm Signals and check in procedures
I've used Whole Brain Teaching class signals and have loved them.  But I don't think it would be as calm as using a xylophone or chimes.  As far as check in procedures I think I'm going to do some blog stalking and get some ideas. :)
6. Using the correct model/incorrect model approach for demonstrating appropriate behaviors.
I absolutely love the idea of stopping when I see an inappropriate behavior so that students are not practicing wrong, practice makes permanent.  


And now for your freebie, hope you can use :)

Nervous But I'll Give It A Go

I've been thinking and thinking about it,

and I thought I would finally venture onto the world of TPT.

I feel a little scared (yeah right, A LOT)  on this new venture, but I thought summer would be a perfect time to explore ;)  I would really appreciate any feedback, comments, or advise :)

I would love it if you came by and followed me on TPT.   I will definitely be offering more freebies :)

I made this class sign last Christmas and they were a big hit!

I had it available through Scribd but thought I upload onto TPT and make it a little more accessible.

I have a Spanish version available as well.

Wish me luck :)

Fishy Freebie

Tomorrow we begin our ocean unit,

YAHOO!

I love studying about the ocean,

although I have to admit,

I have a deep fear of sharks.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Hope you can use :)

Fish Label

Fish Label Sp

Zoo Journal

We're still writing information text about Zoo Animals.

I do love Kinder drawing, but to focus a little more on the writing, we're using journals with cute zoo animal clipart from DJ Inkers.

Drop me a note/comment if you find useful :)

(You may not be able to tell, but I used the primary 3 lines, but if anyone knows another way to add lines without the underscore/underline key please let me know, otherwise it slightly shows up when you print)

Zoo Journal

Target Winner and a Freebie!

First of all I would like to thank all of my sweet followers and stalkers :)

I'm both excited and honored to have a whopping 165 followers!

That's a whole lotta followers of my little blog.

Now to the good stuff!

The winner of a $25 Target gift card.....

Congratulations Krissy!

I always feel so bummed when I don't win, so hopefully you can use this freebie.

What's the Weather Chant

What's the Weather ChantSp

Dr. Seuss Freebie

¡Hola!

We formally began addition last week and I was playing with Power Point,

so true, it's much easier than using Word.

I finished an addition activity with this super cute clipart by Scrappindoodles.

Wow!  Thanks for the interest, would still love to hear from you!

And you can find it Here:)

A Firefighter Freebie

Groundhog's Day, the 100th Day, President Lincoln, President Washington, Valentine's Day, and Community Workers, whew, February is Beary busy month!

I made this cute Bear Firefighter Book for my Kiddos,

maybe you can use a copy too :)

Bear Firefighter

Bear Firefighter Sp

What Time Is It?

Alright, y'all got 10 seconds to get to the dance floor!
(Ummmm, yeah....I'm an 80's girl. ;)

Any who......
As my Kinder Kiddos enter our classroom, they start on their Work Folders.

Not only does it allow them time to get focussed for the day, but it also gives me a chance to take roll and take care of any school business.

This week I'm adding Time to their folders.

Is this helpful?
Drop me a comment, let me know :)

Snowflake Time

Snowflake Time Sp

New Year Freebie

For my Kinder Teacher Buddies at my school I made, laminated, and placed magnets on the back of these posters.  Hope you can use and have a
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Our Class

Our Class Sp

1st Trimester Assesssments

This is the last week of the trimester, so we're busy assessing.

I had posted about ABC assessments here,
but I tweaked the student graph.

As I finished assessing each student on their letter I.D., I marked unknown letters and had students color letters identified correctly yellow.  I asked students if they saw more yellow squares or more white squares.
Students realized the more yellow they saw, the closer they were to reaching their goal.
My students were so excited to see so many yellow squares.
I was so excited when I had students come up to me and tell me how they're getting closer to their goals.
It's super to see students taking responsibility for their learning.

My Goals ABC

Mis Metas ABC

(Please note word:  aprenderé has an accent, Ññ have tildes)

I made a binder with a tab for each of my students so they can place their goal sheets.

We'll be working on goals for numbers and high frequency words also.

Goals Cover Sheet
Metas Coversheet