Thing One I may have mentioned this before, but pencil cap erasers have been a lifesaver in my room.  I thought I had posted about this bef...

How do you organize for guided reading?  Now, I know that's a loaded questions because there is so much to plan for.  I am asking just a...

The odds and ends of my day, otherwise known as an unfocused blog post. 1.   Resignation : See the papers in this bag?  All need grading....

Hey!  Did you hear the news?   Lorraine over at Fabulous 4th Grade Froggies  is having an upper elementary linky party!   She's made the...

Before I get to book talks, let me say how much I appreciate all your comments regarding teacher observations. .  It was really eye-opening ...

Teacher Observations. . . picture source Last week I had my yearly classroom observation by my principal.  Normally, not a big deal. Prio...

We talk a lot about using picture books in our teaching.  I am wondering though if you are using wordless picture books in your lessons.  If...

Posting is a little light this week because  I have to give my attention to a very serious matter. It's my birthday! You know you...

I had to pop back in today for a quick post.  I wasn't planning to post today, but when I saw this I knew I had to come back and tell yo...

I promise this mess means something! How do you select peer editors for your friends?  I always have some that are ready for a peer editor...