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m&m's
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Intermediate Grades (3-5)
10-29-2015, 10:50 AM
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Engage NY
Posted By
m&m's
Thank you
Thank you so much! Illinois's scope and sequence is different, so this is very helpful.
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Intermediate Grades (3-5)
10-27-2015, 07:21 AM
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11
Engage NY
Posted By
m&m's
An idea for white boards...
I have the students use dry erase markers on their desks. It wipes off easily with a small towel or sock, gives them a bigger work space than paper or white boards, and they have a lot of fun with...
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Intermediate Grades (3-5)
10-27-2015, 07:16 AM
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11
Engage NY
Posted By
m&m's
Thank you!!
I appreciate all of your honest opinions. I thought if it was going well in your district, we could see how to fix some things. :) I mistyped. We began using Math last year and began ELA this...
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Intermediate Grades (3-5)
10-20-2015, 08:42 AM
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11
Engage NY
Posted By
m&m's
Engage NY
Is anyone in Illinois using EngageNY Math? My district began using it this year and would like to hear others' opinions on it. If a district is having success with it, we might think about a site...
Board:
Third Grade
08-07-2014, 07:40 AM
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Any great novels you've used?
Posted By
m&m's
picture to chapter book
Many of my third graders coming in are hesitant to read chapter books. Picture books are always a quicker read. I like to read The Inventions of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick. It is a thick book...
Board:
Third Grade
08-07-2014, 07:29 AM
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9
classroom management-getting it right
Posted By
m&m's
Whole Brain Teaching
I use strategies from www.wholebrainteaching.com. There are videos and free ebooks to help you get started. When I first started, it felt like a lot to learn. So just pick one or two ideas to...
Board:
Third Grade
08-07-2014, 07:05 AM
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6
ahh I got the job!
Posted By
m&m's
Best grade ever :)
I agree with everything that has been posted. Third graders are at that perfect age where they are more independent without raging hormones and attitude. They can carry on great conversations and...
Board:
Third Grade
08-04-2014, 12:03 PM
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4
Florida class looking for pen pals
Posted By
m&m's
Illinois pen pal
Hi. I have around 20 students from a small rural school in Illinois. Think snowy winters and cold temperatures. I'd love to pen, email, and/or skype with your class. Let me know :)
Board:
Third Grade
07-30-2014, 08:48 PM
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2
3rd Grade Pen Pals
Posted By
m&m's
Illinois
I would be interested. I should have approx. 20 students in a small rural school. We start school Aug. 19. It would be fun to Skype or email also, if you are able. Just let me know.
Board:
Writing & Language Arts
04-25-2013, 07:37 AM
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0
Pearson's Write To Learn
Posted By
m&m's
Pearson's Write To Learn
I've been put in charge of researching the "Write to Learn" curriculum by Pearson. Is anyone doing it or had any experience with it? I'm researching what it is but would also like some teachers'...
Board:
Third Grade
07-25-2011, 12:19 PM
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8
Whole Brain Teaching
Posted By
m&m's
Wbt
I LOVE whole brain teaching. I just came from a conference in West Plains, MO. It was free to attend and was the best conference I've ever been at. They are having one next year there too. It is...
Board:
Third Grade
02-16-2010, 06:25 PM
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2
Help with science
Posted By
m&m's
Planet PowerPoint
I combine solar system research with learning powerpoints. I let the students choose a planet to research. Their assignment is to find 5 facts about their planet and 5 about the solar system by...
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ARCHIVE
08-29-2008, 01:42 PM
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IL Penpal
Posted By
m&m's
IL Penpal
I'd like to have penpals this year. I have 16 students in rural IL. Email me if you are interested. mmccombs@cusd3.net
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ARCHIVE
08-22-2008, 02:49 PM
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3
In search of penpals
Posted By
m&m's
IL Penpal
Would love to snail mail with you. We are from IL. I have 16 students with only 4 girls. I don't know if this would work for you. Email me at mmccombs@cusd3.net if you are interested:)
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ARCHIVE
01-06-2008, 03:59 PM
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Touch Math?
Posted By
m&m's
Multiplication
Touch Math can be used for multiplication and division as well. I use Saxon Math but incorporate Touch Math for add, sub., and money during calendar time.
Well worth teaching to all students...
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ARCHIVE
08-09-2007, 02:04 PM
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pregnant and no A/C at school
Posted By
m&m's
Hang In There
I was 2 days overdue on the last day of school in a room with no AC. I feel for you. But there are things you can do:
-drink lots of water
-go barefoot or wear slippers in the classroom, if you...
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ARCHIVE
08-07-2007, 05:58 PM
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17
No A/C in classroom
Posted By
m&m's
No AC
I had a window a/c last year because a student had it written into the IEP. But they will be taking it out before school starts. I feel fortunate that I have a window, though. Several teachers in...
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ARCHIVE
08-07-2007, 08:36 AM
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10
Friendly Letter "Student Chart"
Posted By
m&m's
Thank you
so much!! That was exactly what I needed!!
Board:
ARCHIVE
08-06-2007, 08:05 AM
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10
Friendly Letter "Student Chart"
Posted By
m&m's
Friendly Letter "Student Chart"
When I was student teaching, the teacher had a poster she had drawn of a student. There were lines coming from the student to label the different parts of a friendly letter, ex. The mouth was the...
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ARCHIVE
08-04-2007, 06:05 AM
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1
Pen Pal
Posted By
m&m's
Pen Pal
I would love to have pen pals with my class this year. Not sure, but think I will have around 20 students in a small rural IL school. Please email me if you are interested.
mcombs4@theramp.net
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ARCHIVE
07-25-2007, 10:02 AM
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pen pal class wanted
Posted By
m&m's
IL Pen Pal
I teach 3rd in IL and would love to set up pen pals. If anyone is interested, please email me: mcombs4@theramp.net.
Board:
ARCHIVE
07-20-2007, 09:41 AM
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9
Do you give tests for Science/SS?
Posted By
m&m's
Science Testing
Yes- I give traditional tests for Science, my partner teacher gives tests in SS. However, we also have students complete projects and reports. I feel this varied approach covers all the different...
Board:
ARCHIVE
07-20-2007, 09:07 AM
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5
Looking for a Pen Pal
Posted By
m&m's
Snail Mail
I would love to have penpals for this year. And I would prefer snail mail. Our technology isn't always what it should be:( Plus, I would like to have the students get excited about our "Friendly...
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