I have posted quite a bit about my homework management system and how it has reduced my stress like crazy. My homework management system is called The Homework Hotspot, and it has changed my life! Check out this post HERE and the video HERE on how I use my homework management system in my … [Read more...]
A ‘Lil Data Binder Lovin’
These Student Data Tracking Binders have been PHENOMENAL to use in my class. No fluff, no hard to figure out standards, and EASY PEASY graphing! So easy that my kids LOVE them. I have both Math and English Language Arts in my store. For each pack you receive: "I can" statements checklist … [Read more...]
Accelerated Reader Freebie and Set Up
Our school is required to use Accelerated Reader. In order to make this mandatory program fun, I decided to throw away reading logs, and use AR point goals instead. I love giving students Accelerated Reader point goals because it encourages reading and holds students accountable by having them … [Read more...]
Flash Freebie
I am currently working on completing all the domains for my 5th Grade Common Core Math Printable Homework Problems Packs! I LOVE these packs because when I am teaching a standard, there are never enough practice problems in our math textbooks and math workbooks. Now I will have practice problems for … [Read more...]
Let’s Dabble In a Little Reading, Shall We?!
I have tried a number of different literacy strategies, but I always fall back on the workshop model. I have tried the Daily 3, 4, and 5 (didn't like it). I have done lit circles, book clubs, reading workshop, guided groups, strategy groups, the WHOLE gamut. What works best for you all? I love … [Read more...]
Math and English Language Arts Student Data Tracking Binders and a Freebie
Note: For those of you who are familiar with Robert Marzano, you can see I am following his fabulous book, The Art and Science of Teaching. For those of you who have not had the opportunity to read it, it's ok! Keep reading on, and I promise you won't even need the book! Research shows that when … [Read more...]
Brain Break Team Building Freebie and Classroom Procedures to Teach
Because I think it is so important to start the year off on the right foot, I have created a fun, Back to School pack! It's full of: -Beginning of the Year/ Team Building Activities -Brain Break Ideas -Sponge Activities -Time FIllers -Sub Activities -Indoor Recess Ideas -and more! I … [Read more...]
The Homework Hotspot – An Amazing Idea for Homework Management!
**UPDATE! I now have a video that walks you through step-by-step use of the Homework Hotspot. Scroll to the bottom of this post to check out the video! My favorite thing to do all summer is think and plan ways to make next year's classroom even better than the last. I think my favorite new idea … [Read more...]
The Homework Hotspot – I’m in love!
Have you all gad the chance to check out my latest management invention? It's called the Homework Hotspot, and I'm in LOVE! Click below to check out my video on my Homework Hotspot! HomeworkHotspotfrom Kristine Nannini on Vimeo. You can see an updated version of my Homework Hotspot, and … [Read more...]
Can’t.Stop.Crafting! Scratch Offs!
Even though I have NEVER claimed to be a crafter, when I saw this awesome idea on Pinterest, I figured this could be something I could handle! After a little digging, I found that this incredible idea belongs to the blog ArtMind. I plan to use these scratch offs as an incentive in my classroom. … [Read more...]
