Good morning, y'all! This is my last Monday to sleep in and wouldn't you know my little one was awake at 6:15....what?! BUT, at least I'm able to link up early to Tara's Monday Made It!
I spent more time on curriculum work than crafting this week. I mapped out my first day and first week plans. Now I just need to tackle long range plans.
{Monday Made It #1}
The first thing I did was write questions on this beach ball for an icebreaker activity on the first day. Since I'm looping up with my students, I feel like we all "know" each other, so I didn't ask the basic getting to know you questions. I think this will be a fun activity, though! The questions are:
- Tell us something fun you did during the summer.
- If you could be any animal, what would you be? Why?
- What are you most looking forward to this year?
- What job do you want when you get older?
- If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? Why?
{Monday Made It #2}
The second thing I made was a Math About Me poster. I originally heard of the idea last year and then I saw this pin that reminded me of it! So, I created my Math About Me poster. I tried to use expanded form and other ways to write numbers. As I am introducing the idea using my poster, we will "solve" each section. For example, on the first one I wrote that I've been married for 49 months. Together we will figure out how many years/months this is. On the first day of school, students will determine what 8 facts they would like to include and on the second day they will create their Math About Me posters to hang outside in the hallway! I think it's a fun way to start the year in Math! I put a shape over my picture for this because it's a picture of me and my son and I didn't really want his picture to make it's way to Pinterest! Sorry for the iPhone picture. :/
Now, I want to explain the years for the bottom left. When my husband saw it, he asked why I was in school for so long! Elementary school was Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade, which equals 6 grades. Middle/high school was 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th which equals 7 grades. The rest are self-explanatory! And actually, my elementary and middle school was all in ONE small little country school!
Stay tuned for a recap of the Carolina Bloggers Meet Up! I was only able to join in for lunch, but it was fun! I'll post about it soon!
Love that beach ball activity! I have also been seeing that math about me pin and was thinking about trying it! Your kiddos have some fun activities to start the year off with! I am your newest follower!
ReplyDeleteteachingwithmrsbro.blogspot.com
Natalie
Great idea with the beach ball - very easy to do, great "transition-form-summer" theme, I love it! ~Deb
ReplyDeleteCrafting Connections
I love the beach ball idea! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteMarcy
SearchingForTeacherBalance
The beach ball activity looks like a fun way to get to know your students.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Enjoy your final days of summer!
http://funin4b.blogspot.com/2013/08/math-moves-stepping-up-our-game-4th.html
Love the beach ball activity! I used a beach ball with reading questions on it last year and the "fun" never wore off for my kiddos. Good idea to use at the beginning of the year, too.
ReplyDeleteLauren
The Sweetest Thing
Follow me on Bloglovin'!
Love the beachball activity! I just might have to steal....I mean borrow that!
ReplyDeleteErin
Short and Sassy Teacher
Love the beach ball idea! I will be grabbing a beach ball tomorrow. :) YAY! Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDelete~Brandee
Creating Lifelong Learners
Follow me on Bloglovin'
I just saw a twist on this today! Instead of using a beachball, use a life preserver. They can catch it on their arm or leg. How lucky to get to loop with your kids.
ReplyDeleteThe beach ball is such a smart way to get students engaged and getting to know each other! I use the SMART board and a Koosh ball but yours is still way more interactive! I'll need to pick up a beach ball.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing,
Amanda
My Shoe String Life
Follow me on Bloglovin'
Thanks for the beach ball idea! This is my 2nd year as an elementary art teacher so I do know the kids already and this is an awesome way to get to know more about them! :) I'm doing this tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteI actually just thought of using this for an exam review game. Divide the room into 2 teams and put numbers on the ball for which review question they will answer and earn points for their team.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea with the beach ball activity. It fits perfectly with summer here in Australia. We are starting our new school year next week (end of January), and it's the middle of a long and very hot summer where we live. So the beachball will fit right in. Thanks a lot for the idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this! I love the beach ball activity! What a way to break the ice and have fun getting to know one another!
ReplyDeleteQuick question on the beach ball activity. How do the students know which question they are suppose to answer when they catch the beach ball (I'm assuming they toss it to each other or does the teacher toss it to the kids then they answer a question, then toss it back to the teacher who then tosses it back to another student?). I'm thinking of adapting this to my high school students. Thanks for the info.
ReplyDeleteBest Pool Cue Reviews (2018) Valhalla By Viking 2-Piece Pool Cue Stick With Irish Linen Wrap. this article
ReplyDeleteWonderful idea, Love this post and the ideas. Here is something wonderful for you to read about Augmented Reality- The Future Game Changer
ReplyDeleteThere are many articles, many different topics on many websites, and this is one of the best posts I have ever seen. Thank you for sharing this post with us. Learn more about web application development process.
ReplyDeleteIt's normally said that don't judge a book by its cover, and when I went into deep in this line, believe me, I got the ability to understand things correctly. Cheap Essay Writing Services
ReplyDeleteThe way you write make it especially trouble-free to read. And the design you use, wow. Its a really good combination. And I am wondering what is the name of the theme you use? buy steroids
ReplyDeleteThanks for a marvelous posting! I actually enjoyed reading it, you might be
ReplyDeletea great author.I will be sure to bookmark your blog and will
often come back at some point. I want to encourage yourself to continue your great posts,
have a nice day!
my web page; 풀싸롱
(jk)
Hi there, just became alert to your blog through Google, and found that it is truly informative. I’m gonna watch out for brussels. I will be grateful if you continuHi there, just became alert to your blog through Google, and found that it is truly informative. I’m gonna watch out for brussels. I will be grateful if you continue this in future. Many people will be benefited from your writing. Cheers! 꽁머니 사이트
ReplyDeletee this in future. Many people will be benefited from your writing. Cheers! 꽁머니 사이트
It’s actually a nice and useful piece of info. I’m happy that you shared this helpful information with us. Please stay us up to date like this. Thanks for sharing. parakeets for sale
ReplyDeleteHello there, You’ve performed a great job. I’ll certainly digg it and in my opinion recommend to my friends. I am sure they’ll be benefited from this website. workout clothes
ReplyDeleteWhen I originally commented I clicked the -Notify me when new comments are added- checkbox now if a comment is added I get four emails sticking with the same comment. Is there however you can eliminate me from that service? Thanks! dofollow backlinks
ReplyDeletei always like Superman and of course the TV Series Smallville, Lana Lang is very pretty too” ในเพจ seo
ReplyDeleteThe when I read a weblog, I’m hoping which it doesnt disappoint me about this. Come on, man, Yes, it was my choice to read, but I personally thought youd have something fascinating to say. All I hear is actually a handful of whining about something that you could fix when you werent too busy trying to find attention. steroids for sale
ReplyDeleteThis is the correct weblog for anybody who wants to find out about this topic. You understand a lot its virtually hard to argue on hand (not that I personally would want…HaHa). You certainly put a fresh spin on a topic thats been written about for a long time. Wonderful stuff, just great! anavar for sale
ReplyDeleteAmazing read, happy to read such a useful post. I got a lot of information through it and I will surely keep it in my mind. Keep sharing. Beach Canopy
ReplyDeleteYou have a good point here!I totally agree with what you have said!!Thanks for sharing your views...hope more people will read this article!! 레플리카
ReplyDeleteYour substance is completely splendid from various perspectives. I think this is drawing in and educational material. Much obliged to you such a great amount for thinking about your substance and your perusers. 레플리카
ReplyDeleteThe article posted was very informative and useful. You people are doing a great job. Keep going 수원 출장마사지
ReplyDeleteThe article posted was very informative and useful. You people are doing a great job. Keep going 구글 마케팅
ReplyDeleteYou re in purpose of actuality a without flaw website admin. The site stacking speed is astonishing. It sort of feels that you're doing any unmistakable trap. Besides, The substance are perfect work of art. you have completed a fabulous movement regarding this matter 강남펄안마
ReplyDeleteI would like to say that this blog really convinced me to do it! Thanks, very good post 구글 마케팅
ReplyDeleteThis is also a very good post which I really enjoy reading. It is not everyday that I have the possibility to see something like this 출장홈타이
ReplyDeleteNice post! This is a very nice blog that I will definitively come back to more times this year! Thanks for informative post 먹튀검증
ReplyDeleteI am propelled by the information that you have on this blog. It demonstrates how well you grasp this subject 레플리카
ReplyDeleteThis specific seems to be definitely excellent. These very small facts are produced using wide range of qualifications know-how 레플리카
ReplyDeleteThank you Superb article. When I saw Jon’s email, I know the post will be good and I am surprised that you wrote it man! 메이저사이트
ReplyDeletehay you there you must hire my dating service which you can book there. Painting service dublin
ReplyDeleteI read your post and I found it amazing! thank! 메이저사이트
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to reading more. Great article post. Thanks Again. Great.stress ball
ReplyDeleteI just couldn't leave your website before telling you that I truly enjoyed the top quality info you present to your visitors? Will be back again frequently to check up on new posts. A debt of gratitude is in order for giving late reports with respect to the worry, I anticipate read more. Great post i must say and thanks for the information. I appreciate your post and look forward to more. Thanks for the writeup. I definitely agree with what you are saying. I have been talking about this subject a lot lately with my brother so hopefully this will get him to see my point of view. Fingers crossed! 토토사이트
ReplyDeleteIn this article you will get to know about the topic in detail. I am sure many people will come to read this in future 메이저토토
ReplyDeletenice and useful information on this site, besides I believe the best on this valuable topic 스포츠토토분석
ReplyDeleteYou made some good points there. I did a Google search about the topic and found most people will believe your blog 토토사이트
ReplyDeleteAfter reading your article I was amazed. I know that you explain is really good and impressive you made it mice article. 토토사이트검증
ReplyDeleteWow! Such an amazing and helpful post this is. I really really love it. It's so good and so awesome. I am just amazed. I hope that you continue to do your work like this in the future also Quantitative Reasoning Math
ReplyDeleteYou will find a lot of approaches after visiting your post. I was exactly searching for. Thanks for such post and please keep it up. Great work. hgh for sale uk
ReplyDeleteI’m new to your blog and i really appreciate the nice posts and great layout.
ReplyDeletebuy arimidex usa
I have looked couple of days and discovered some spellbinding formed work on it. In any case, it is the best of all. Beach Clubs
ReplyDeleteI wrote about a similar issue, I give you the link to my site. Black satta king
ReplyDeleteWhat is virtual office Singapore?
ReplyDeleteUnlike renting an actual office space, the use of a virtual office provides more flexibility to business owners as it allows them to choose the types of services to subscribe for. Such services may include mail forwarding, corporate secretary services and an office phone.
Learn More
The history of Satta Raja's game is even older than the history of India's independence. Satta King is the name of the winner of this Satta king fast game who has won the most prizes on a given day. But due to the large number of players currently playing and the number of winners, the game is also called Satta King Fast.
ReplyDeleteNice blog.
ReplyDeletebuy modafinil 200mg at very cheap price.
Thanks for sharing the post.. parents are worlds best person in each lives of individual..they need or must succeed to sustain needs of the family. https://nbastreaminglinks.website/
ReplyDeleteThis is a great inspiring article.I am pretty much pleased with your good work.You put really very helpful information. Keep it up. Keep blogging. Looking to reading your next post. https://ufcstreaminglinks.website/
ReplyDeleteThank you for another great article. Where else could anyone get that kind of information in such a perfect way of writing? I have a presentation next week, and I am on the look for such information. https://soccerstreamings.live/
ReplyDeleteThanks for a very interesting blog. What else may I get that kind of info written in such a perfect approach? I’ve a undertaking that I am simply now operating on, and I have been at the look out for such info. https://redditmmastreaming.live/
ReplyDeleteThis is a great inspiring article.I am pretty much pleased with your good work.You put really very helpful information. Keep it up. Keep blogging. Looking to reading your next post. https://mmastreaminglinks.website/
ReplyDeletePretty good post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say that I have really enjoyed reading your blog posts. Any way I'll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you post again soon. Big thanks for the useful info. https://redditmlbstreaming.live/
ReplyDeleteNice blog.
ReplyDeleteBuy Armodafinil online at cheap price.
Wow, cool post. I'd like to write like this too - taking time and real hard work to make a great article... but I put things off too much and never seem to get started. Thanks though. https://redditnflstreamings.live/
ReplyDeleteGreat Post.
ReplyDeletecapecitabine 500 to overcome from cancer.
Fantastic blog. Much thanks again.
ReplyDeletestress ball singapore
Wow, cool post. I’d like to write like this too – taking time and real hard work to make a great article… but I put things off too much and never seem to get started. Thanks though. https://redditnbastreaming.live/
ReplyDeleteThanks for the blog post buddy! Keep them coming... https://redditufcstream.live/
ReplyDeleteThe website is looking bit flashy and it catches the visitors eyes. Design is pretty simple and a good user friendly interface. https://thesoccerstreaming.live/
ReplyDeleteI cannot thank you enough for the article. Really thank you!
ReplyDeleteSingapore stress balls price
I really like and appreciate your blog article. Really thank you! Fantastic.
ReplyDeletebuy 3 star ping pong balls
I truly appreciate this post. Really looking forward to read more. Fantastic.
ReplyDeletebest price stress ball
A complete list of the Best Fishing Kayak Under 500$, now you can find your very own vessel without breaking the bank.
ReplyDeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDeleteIn combination with sexual stimulation, this Vardenafil 60mg Pills works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an erection.
ReplyDeleteBuy Snovitra XL Tablet
Love the creativity in the Monday Made It Beach Ball Activity & Math About Me! Such a fun way to engage students with math in a hands-on way. Adding iCell Water to classroom snacks keeps everyone hydrated and energized—perfect for an active learning environment. Great for focus and participation
ReplyDelete