When I Grow Up.... photo collage

I know the school year is almost over (WOO HOO!), but it's not too late to post another teaching tid-bit, is it? I found this idea on Pinterest. It was the perfect activity to do on a half-day, which we have once a month. To start the lesson, we talked about all of the books I've read to them this year, and discussed our favorites. Every year, I start off with my all time favorite, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo. Have you read this book? If not, add it to your…

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I know. I know!!! Three little letters sum up everything that needs to be said about K Dolling and Teacher Idea Factory . . . MIA! Sorry guys, but between multiple house guests, a whirlwind weekend trip to Mexico for an amazing wedding, Christmas time at school, and my everyday tummy issues, this girl has

Ok, here's another something cute I found on Pinterest that has no originating link!! Have you seen it? Click the pic to see my pin ...

All over Pinterest I have been seeing this… I have seen it with fancy letters from fun machines I can’t afford, painted, stamped. Basically, you name it and I have seen it. I love the overall idea but one line popped out at me that I hate: WE DO LOTS OF TESTS All I can …

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Perfect to decorate your Christmas tree, for a pretty garland or to hang in the window, these spiral snowflakes are elegant and simple to make. They also make wonderful toppers for your holiday gifts.

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Short on time? These last-minute Halloween craft ideas will fill your home with a spooky spirit for the trick-or-treating season. With speedy pumpkin decorations, quick Halloween wreaths, and more, these party crafts will turn heads at any monstrous get-together. Bonus: Our cute Halloween crafts aren't just fun, they're also easy and quick to make!

Do you remember this awesome bulletin board we featured during Seuss Week? Photo ©2012 Terry Wagnon, Pinterest Well, Terry is at it again, creating this gorgeous spring/summer door display with an inspirational end-of-the-year message reminding his kiddos to 'never stop growing'! We just love the vibrant colors, three-dimensional elements, and the kid-created crafts! Photo © 2012 Terry Wagnon, Pinterest Never Stop Growing Bulletin Board Idea Background: Bright blue bulletin board paper…

Well, today is the day that I promised to tell you guys about the turkeys :) Every year for the last eleven years, my Tan (grandfather) has made wooden turkeys for my class. He uses a special saw and cuts them out - one for each of my kids. Then, my Tanny and now Margaret paint the heads and glue little wiggly eyes on them. It has become a tradition in my classroom and everyone knows that on Friday afternoon all of my kids will be walking out with their newest table decoration and member of…