All my life as a mom, curriculum writer, teacher, paper crafter, baker, cook, gardener, child of God, and lover of life! Update of the Montly Purge. In January I wrote this post. About getting rid of 100 things a month. I thought Id give a quick update on the last few months. Ive already shared my January list. Unopened box of dry erase crayons sold.

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Does this sound familiar? I want my students to be engaged with something meaningful at all times. Another interactive math notebook? It is, yes, but I have a purpose and a very good one! Family Math Night For Big Kids. I have some great teammates, and when we all work together things happen! Memory Makers will .

Must-Have Resources for Reading and Writing Workshop. Fraction Anchor Chart Freebie and Hands-on Fractions. Presidents Day Close Reading Passages, Text-Dependent Questions and More. Welcome to Young Teacher Love! I am an elementary school teacher, curriculum writer, educational blogger, and founder of Young Teacher Love. I love bringing excitement and innovation to education.

Sunday, August 9, 2015. My own kids always knew it was almost time for school when the fair came to town. The Ventura County Fair is here, so we know it is THAT time! To celebrate returning for new adventures, I am participating in a BTS Blog Hop hosted by Tammy from The Owl Teacher.

Monday, January 4, 2016. Nothing improves without being given time. I know your schedule is cramped and you never seem to find the time to fit in other subjects beyond those frequently tested, but it is worth the effort. Start by looking at your schedule. where can you fit it in? Maybe just 20 minutes a day to start, but you have to start! Find the time and stick to it! 2 - Let them write for fun! 3 - Help students find success with writing! So many teachers use the same old boring journal prompts and top.