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greenapples
Board:
Fifth Grade
03-11-2018, 02:23 PM
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3
math motivation
Posted By
greenapples
math prep and rewards
check out free sites: Prodigy and Front Row Kids earn 'money' to spend in the stores to decorate their avatars. You also can get reports on their progress.
Board:
Fifth Grade
07-11-2017, 04:50 PM
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8
5th Grade Newbie...Again
Posted By
greenapples
great age
I think 5th graders are the best! They still like to please adults, and LOVE being given responsibility. Both boys and girls will always want to help you. They have their own little personalities...
Board:
Fifth Grade
05-17-2017, 05:32 PM
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6
Which Magazine?
Posted By
greenapples
Scholastic Storyworks!
We've used this magazine for 2 years and our scores have soared. It's great for teaching close reading with fiction and nonfiction.
Board:
Fifth Grade
09-20-2016, 07:12 PM
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0
natgeo vs journeys
Posted By
greenapples
natgeo vs journeys
Our district is piloting these two programs. If you have experience with either one, please share your thoughts regarding it's appeal to students, if it is teacher friendly, etc. The only things...
Board:
Fifth Grade
08-28-2016, 07:28 PM
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2
Thoughts/Opinions
Posted By
greenapples
book club
I'm not sure what to make of his reaction. My advice is to let it go. I'm not sure which state you are in, but maybe you could find a historical fiction book that fits your social studies standards....
Board:
Fifth Grade
06-19-2016, 08:27 PM
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3
5th ELA-reading
Posted By
greenapples
teach reading without basal
I love following the philosophy of Notice and Noteby Kylene Beers and Robert Probst. After using the sample text to teach the road signs, we continue to practice with a read aloud. Students use a...
Board:
Fourth Grade
02-13-2016, 07:06 AM
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5
Need Editing/Revising and writing help!
Posted By
greenapples
Editing
Wow- that's tough! I don't know if it will help, but I have them use different colored pencils to edit for particular mistakes. Example: circle all ending punctuation in red, circle all beginning...
Board:
Fifth Grade
11-24-2015, 06:27 AM
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2
Nonfiction notice and note
Posted By
greenapples
Hoping to get it for a present
I've been waiting for it to come out, and it is finally here! I'm just seeing if the elves leave it for me before I go out and buy it. I'm definitely going to get it.:D
Board:
Fifth Grade
10-15-2015, 05:42 PM
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9
Reluctant Readers
Posted By
greenapples
motivating read aloud
I have found a read aloud can show kids that reading is a form of entertainment. I always start the year with Louis Sachar's There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom and then move on to Wonder. Kids...
Board:
Fifth Grade
10-07-2015, 06:20 PM
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8
Number of grades in gradebook
Posted By
greenapples
not enough grades
I think I'd politely inform the p that I use a variety of assessments, including anecdotal records, professional observation, student conferences, etc., to obtain my overall (professional) assessment...
Board:
Fifth Grade
09-13-2015, 07:11 PM
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5
Whole-Class Novel Study
Posted By
greenapples
Whole group novel
To grab the attention of your special 6, I would recommend a humorous fiction genre. I love using Louis Sachar's There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom. It is a student favorite every year I use it. ...
Board:
Fifth Grade
09-07-2015, 06:07 PM
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6
New to Story Works
Posted By
greenapples
story works help
thanks to all who responded. Your replies have helped me tremendously.
Board:
Fifth Grade
08-26-2015, 05:01 PM
Replies:
6
New to Story Works
Posted By
greenapples
New to Story Works
There are so many activities with Story Works that I'm a little overwhelmed. Do you have any suggestions on which activities to make as my 'absolutes' to help me get started? Thanks in advance!
Board:
Fifth Grade
08-01-2015, 06:40 PM
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2
Writing Skills Assessment in 5th Grade
Posted By
greenapples
assessing writing for B to S
I always have students write me a letter that addresses info about themselves, their goals, what they like and dislike about school. This way the vague prompt allows me to check for organization,...
Board:
Fifth Grade
06-28-2015, 02:28 PM
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3
centers
Posted By
greenapples
Kids love math centers!
I have 5 different stations that spiral the lessons we've learned. 3 of the centers are a type of game that focuses on a math concept, the 4th is a worksheet, and the 5th is problem solving. I...
Board:
Fifth Grade
08-24-2014, 04:37 AM
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1
HELP PLEASE!!! I have B to S night in 2 days
Posted By
greenapples
HELP PLEASE!!! I have B to S night in 2 days
and was just given the new ccss report card. I would like to give the parents (lol and myself)a concrete example of a '4'. I've copied the report card definition below. I am most confused by the...
Board:
Fifth Grade
08-13-2013, 08:18 PM
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1
postcard exchange
Posted By
greenapples
postcard exchange
Hi, I'm a California 5th grade teacher looking to join a postcard exchange. Does anyone have room?
Board:
Fifth Grade
08-03-2013, 08:18 PM
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3
please share your first day's plans
Posted By
greenapples
please share your first day's plans
I don't know why these plans stress me out so muchLOL! would you mind sharing your daily schedule for the first day of school. I'd love to see how others manage this day.
Board:
Social Studies
01-12-2013, 08:19 PM
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6
new to teaching states and capitals
Posted By
greenapples
new to teaching states and capitals
At the risk of sounding ridiculous..... how would I begin to teach the geography and capitals of the 50 U.S. states? I assume I break it down into regional areas, but do you have any other...
Board:
Fifth Grade
01-12-2013, 07:34 PM
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3
mixed up files of Mrs. Basil
Posted By
greenapples
thank you!
I sent my email and snail mail address(just in case the files are slow)
Thank you for your help and time!
Board:
Fifth Grade
01-11-2013, 05:47 PM
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3
mixed up files of Mrs. Basil
Posted By
greenapples
mixed up files of Mrs. Basil
I just came across a set of books for The Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler and quizzes for each section. Unfortunately, I'm missing the answer keys. The quizzes are from TeacherCreated...
Board:
Fifth Grade
11-18-2012, 06:27 AM
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3
Descriptive Paragraph/Essay
Posted By
greenapples
wow!
Thank you, Melin5th! What a treasure of information. Thanks for sharing!
Board:
Social Studies
11-08-2012, 06:24 PM
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4
ABC book
Posted By
greenapples
by chance
would you consider sharing that suggestion list?
Board:
Social Studies
11-06-2012, 09:05 PM
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4
ABC book
Posted By
greenapples
Thank you
you are a gem! This is exactly what I need, and I can easily make it fit my grade level. :p
Board:
Fifth Grade
11-03-2012, 07:03 PM
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3
Math Small Group Ideas
Posted By
greenapples
math card games
I love a book called Boxcars and One-eyed Jacks. There are a bunch of math games for k-6, and they all use regular playing cards. These are great for centers, and cheap<!--giggle-->
I also like...
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