I have been very busy creating some awesome math resources! I just created this huge 5th Grade Common Core Measurement and Data Homework Printable Problems Pack that consists of over 40 pages with over 100 problems. Most of the problems are word problems, and I've included charts, graphs, and line … [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 to implement student data … [Read more...]
The Art and Science of Teaching Posters and Rubrics – The Importance of Having Students Self Assess
This past year I started reading Robert Marzano's The Art and Science of Teaching to guide my instruction. So many aspects of that book spoke to me. I love the idea of having students use a four (or five) level rubric to assess themselves before, during, and after their learning of a specific … [Read more...]
Must Have Picture Books
I'm linking up with Michelle at the blog The Teacher Wife. She is having a fun linking party on must have picture books! It was very hard to choose, but you can read my top five picks below! 1.) Old Jake's Skirts By: Anne C. Scott This book is a wonderful book about a scruffy old man that keeps … [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...]
Bunting Flags and Some Dots on Black!
So random, but during my first year of teaching, (2 years ago) my mom surprised me one day with a GIANT roll of fabric she had picked out to decorate my room. Who would have thought that my non-teacher, non bloggy, totally not in touch with her classroom decorator/pinterest-side-of-a-mom would have … [Read more...]
