We are in fast forward in my classroom...you know that time where our sweet little kinders blossom like flowers and then before we know it they are first graders! It seems like at the reading group table is where I notice this "magic" the most! I guess it's because it's just me and a … [Read more...]
First Grade Mega Bundle 101
Hey there! Today I am reaching out to my First Grade ENDLESS Guided Reading Mega Bundle owners {whoa that was a mouth full..lol!} I have a post up like this one for my K bundle owners, but I think my Firstie bundle owners deserve their own post :) Don't forget to read through to … [Read more...]
New Writing Strips!
My little ones LOVE using writing strips back at the guided reading table! They had become experts on my first set of writing strips and were begging for new ones...so I couldn't dare let them down! My new strips are a bit of challenge for K, but they are having a blast with the … [Read more...]
Chunking it With the Funky Monkey!
What is that I hear??? Why it's the weekend calling YOU! Don't worry it will be here soon :)We've been working on the chunking strategy back at our reading groups. I wanted to share with you these hands-on and engaging activities as well... I will let you know how I … [Read more...]
More on Writing Strips!
Happy Sunday! I wanted to take a quick moment to give you the latest updates on my writing strips! I have received numerous requests for more! So, I have delivered :) I have now bundled all four sets: CVC, CVCe, CVCC, and CCVC! Below is a cutie from my class working on … [Read more...]
Guided Reading Step by Step!
Hi friends! Happy Wednesday ...we are halfway to to the weekend :) I received such great feedback and comments from my latest guided reading post and I was asked several questions on how to use all of those great materials from my Guided Reading & RTI Deluxe … [Read more...]
Kindergarten Guided Reading/Daily 5 Block! All in one post!
Happy Tuesday blog friends! I am so excited to compile ALL of my guided reading/Daily 5 ideas into one easy to read and follow blog post! Every year I am so impressed with how quickly my students grasp the Daily 5/Guided Reading time of the day. It truly ends up being one … [Read more...]
Guided Reading Part 2
My absolute favorite time of the day. . . .Guided Reading! :) In this post I will chit chat about a few more aspects to my Guided Reading, introduce the new packet and a few bundles! Above is my guided reading caddy. I really love that thing! When I pull it out from the bottom … [Read more...]
Hot off the press: Literacy Centers Super pack 3
Hello! Hello! I have been searching high and low for a literacy center packet that covered all of the areas my Kinders are currently at. I found lots of awesome packets, but I would have still needed to piece together additional activities. So *light bulb* I created my own … [Read more...]