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Linda Akers  (TpT Seller) re: Morning Menu: Cooking Up Morning Fun (Aug. and Sept.)
Really like your morning menu! Do you list the breakfast books in the packet for download?
June 12, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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karenegrimes
Good morning! I am a first grade teacher, formerly PK teacher. I just finished my masters in May (yea!) with a degree in Mind, Brain and Education – a subfield of education. The first program was started at Harvard by Howard Gardner and Kurt Fisher (if you haven’t read any of Kurt Fisher’s work on Skill Theory and you are interested in the cognitive processes involved in learning, you must read his work!)

Cut to the chase. When I moved up from PK to 1st I was shocked by my students’ lack of number sense. I spent an entire year and all last summer trying to figure out what was missing. In Nov I attended a workshop that on number sense. When I heard the presentation I recognized all the “big” names of the research I had been investigating. The workshop was a training session for an iPad app (Native Numbers). It seemed like a valid, robust app, but I am a skeptic and had to know: would this really work.

I am here to tell you that with the first skill set I saw every cognitive model of learning embedded in this app. I also realized that this app is more than a learning tool; it has built in formative and summative assessment as it is adaptive and levels up and down based on student performance and leads to mastery.

Now I am on a “mission” – everything we read tells us our students are lacking number sense. I believe this app is a fabulous tool to remediate those deficits. I have no vested interest in this app except that I am one of those people that has to solve problems and when I think I have found possible answers, I have to share that with others. Our kids are too important not to share---which is why I love reading blogs! I am asking for teachers to simply read the research and then try out the app and give me feedback---or give the feedback yourself to the developers. I am that convinced. I am not a salesman and I feel quite strange in this new role I have taken upon myself…but I have nothing to lose, or gain, except knowing that maybe we can have an enormous impact on our students!

If you have any questions, please e-mail me at tatergraderswife@yahoo.com Check out the app at www.nativebrain.com – you can find the background of the developers and read about the research behind the app. You can also watch a video on that site or go to these YouTube links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JF20_4GRtks
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uuw0jtvfYI
I know this was long, so thanks for reading. Please let me know if you have questions!!!
Rene Grimes, M.Ed.
June 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Tomagirl re: My First Grade Helper
Hi Michelle,
I accidently purchased the Second Grade Helper and meant to purchase the First Grade one. Is there any possiblity I could switch these??? I downloaded but haven't printed it and would be glad to delete the download if possible. I really would appreciate it! So sorry for the mixup!

Thanks,
Tami
tshipman@vusd.org
June 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
emailing you now.
June 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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TBSH re: G.O. Book (Getting Organized) An organizational binder
Hi Michelle,
What a great way to help kids and families (and teachers) stay organized! Thanks for passing it along as a freebie! I tried to find your video link to how you put the GO binders together, but the link in the download didn't work. Please let me know where I can find the video.

Thanks!
Tara
May 31, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Here is the link. http://fabulousinfirst.blogspot.com/2011/07/go-book-tutorial.html
June 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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TBSH re: Staying Fit For First
Hi Michelle,
I just bought the K to 1st summer packet. It is wonderful and chock full of great activities! Do you sell a small packet of just "label-it" writing activities for throughout the year?
Thanks so much!
Tara
May 31, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
No but that would be very easy to make. I'll work on that.
May 31, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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patricia47
I bought Wacky Word Center several months ago, and I can't pull it up. Is there a problem with this center? I need the instructions. Thanks
May 30, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Please email me @ fabulousinfirst@gmail.com
June 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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jackiegmay
I was checking out your website for pics of classrooms to get some inspiration for next year. Your room is cute and its similar to mine in that we both use the primary color scheme. Anyway, my question is this. Where did you find the mini bins they hold your markers and such next to your rocking chair? Thanks so much!
May 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I honestly have no idea where I bought those. I am trying to think back, but they are so old, I can't for the life of me remember! I've had them for years. Sorry.
May 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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lshee3qx re: My Kindergarten Helper
Hi! I love this product! I have tried for weeks to try to get it to work (the editable sight word wall). I have tried my personal and work computers and whenever I get it up through the powerpoint I can't edit it at all. Is there any way that you could send it to me in a different way? Thanks!
May 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will send it to you but I just downloaded it and it works fine. I haven't had anyone have any problems. When you open it, you have to scroll down to the last page where it says type word here and click on those words.
May 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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cjschluc
I recently purchased your first grade helpers. The first page is not printing correctly- it prints a huge black blob on the top and then doesn't fill in any of the words in black on the sheet. My black ink is not out, I thought that was the problem at first. The second page prints just fine. I wondered if this happened to anyone else or if maybe you could try to resend me the document?

Thanks a million!
:)
May 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I don't think I've heard of such. I can resend it but first please try to hit PRINT---then click ADVANCED---then click PRINT AS IMAGE--then click print. Let me know if that works first.
May 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Megan Fritz  (TpT Seller) re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
Love these! Are they editable? I have a few awards not listed and I'd like to put my student's names on them before printing. Please let me know if they are editable. Many thanks!
Megan
May 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I have editable slides so you can make your own award, but the premade are not editable. Sorry.
May 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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marciamcdonald22 re: My Second Grade Helper
Printed perfectly!
May 27, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
:)
May 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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metta4 re: Summer to Second
would this be appropriate for me to use with my own son who will be going into 2nd grade in the fall? I am looking for a good summer program for him.
May 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Yes. I am using my kindergarten version for my son, entering first grade. I think it's great review of all of the common core standards.
May 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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drray
Will you please email me you Party Sign-up Form? Thanks.

freemanp@yahoo.com or to TpT

Thanks again
Pam
May 25, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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leelee1602
I asked earlier in the week about the First Grade Helper. I can not get it to print clearly. Is there anyway for you to email me the document. I'm not sure if the problem is occuring when it is downloading or what but my tech guys at school have spent quite a bit of time looking at it and can not seem to get it to print clearly either. They suggested having it emailed. Thanks for your help!
May 24, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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marciamcdonald22 re: My Second Grade Helper
I love your helper but I can't print it. I tried on two different printers and both computers froze up each time. Has anyone else had this problem? Thanks!
May 23, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Just hit print, then click advanced and click print as image the hit print. If that doesn't work, please let me know.
May 23, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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katied1980 re: Summer to Second
Anyway you can include books below GRL G for our firsties that are at a lower reading level? You wouldn't need to include as many examples of the lower levels since fewer children need those. Thanks
May 23, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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leelee1602 re: My First Grade Helper
I love this tool and can not wait to use it with my students next school year. I am trying to edit the word wall with my classroom words and when I finish and print the whole document looks blurry. I've tried downloading the new adobe reader but that didn't seem to help. Do you have any suggestions?
May 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I'm not sure why that would be. I'm going to be revamping it and making it easier to edit soon. Hopefully as soon I upload the new version it will be much nicer for you. I haven't heard of that problem though. I'm sorry.
May 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Karen Strigler  (TpT Seller)
I love your Summer packet for 1st grade. Would you happen to have or know where I can get a Summer packet for Kindergarten? Let me know?
May 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I have one. It's called staying fit for first.
May 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Alexis Moore  (TpT Seller) re: Staying Fit For First
Hi! This packet is fabulous! Quick question: Would you mind if I emailed this to parents or would you rather me print/copy it for them? I am hoping to save some paper and let them do the printing, but I don't want to infringe on your copyright/sharing guidelines.
Thanks for the information :)
Alexis
May 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I'd rather it not be passed around electronically but if you have copying limitations I understand. It is a large packet.
May 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Lieshia
Hello...I purchase dollar superlatives. I keep having a problem with the download:((..It keep saying an error. Please help awards tommorrow..

Monasha
mhumphry@bakerschools.org
May 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I'm emailing you
May 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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ashley58926 re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
Hi Michelle! Apparently since I already provided a comment I cannot leave another. So I am leaving one here. I went shopping to get all of the items for my awards today. I got them all at the Dollar Tree! Thank you for making end of the year award shopping a one stop deal!

Ashley
ashley58926@hotmail.com
May 18, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Awesome! That is where I purchased all of them so you wouldn't have to travel around town and for those who don't have one, its online.
May 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Pwarden re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
Thanks, Michelle. I've checked my purchases, and it still shows nothing. Is there any way for you to resend it or cancel the purchase and we try again? Sorry...trying to figure out how this works!
May 17, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
You'll have to contact TpT. I can't do anything about purchases. I'm so sorry. All the money and sales go through TpT. You can put a ticket in with them and they'll get right back to you.
May 17, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Amandak417 re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
Hey Michelle! I love your awards...they are so cute. I do have one question. Would you be able to send me 1 or 2 of the templates without the title and text underneath it so that I can customize it for an additional awards? I would be very appreciative :-)

Amanda
May 17, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I'm going to try to make those this weekend and send you a link.
May 17, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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gamberi6
I bought these Dollar Store Superlatives and now when I download them, I get a blank screen. HELP!!!! I need them ASAP! Thanks
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Please try downloading again. I just uploaded them again. If that doesn't work, email me at fabulousinfirst@gmail.com
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Pwarden re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
I purchased these awards earlier today, and they were actually my very first TPT purchase. I immediately got a Paypal email, but I haven't received anything with the download, and my account doesn't show a purchase. Just wondering if I'm doing something wrong!
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Yes...You have to go to your TpT dashboard and where it says MY TPT and click my purchases. You will never be sent a file, your files always stay there and you download them. :)
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Mrsrobinson4 re: Staying Fit For First
This may sound crazy... but I just purchased this packet, however I meant to get the summer to second grade packet. Is there any way you can delete it from my purchases and I can get the second grade one?
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Please email me at fabulousinfirst@gmail.com
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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dproulx re: My Grade Two Helper- Canadian Version
Hi Michelle, I bought this product and I love it. I am just wondering whether you can change the spelling of colors on the Canadian version to colours. Thank you.
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Yes..I will try to make that change this weekend.
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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gamberi6
Good Morning- I bought the Dollar Store Superlatives this weekend and now when I download it, all I get is a blank screen. Could you help??
May 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will try to upload them again.
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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skeys re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
I downloaded this award packet last week. When I was going through, I noticed there is not a black and white version of 2 of the awards I need. They are the Sunshine Award and the Wonderful Writer award. Do you happen to have those?
May 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will make them right away!
May 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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ldoak re: Morning Menu: Cooking Up Morning Fun (Aug. and Sept.)
I can not open file and print it. Thanks
May 13, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I have not had anyone have trouble with opening. Please try downloading it again. To print...Hit PRINT-then hit ADVANCED-then click PRINT AS IMAGE and hit print.
May 13, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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sandycannon re: Morning Menu: Cooking Up Morning Fun (Apr. and May)
I know you are SUPER busy, but I was wondering if you were considering doing your morning menu in other grade levels? Mabey a Kindergarten, Second and Third? I absolutely LOVE your morning menu!!! I am a homeschooling mom, and these little activities get my kiddos on the right track for the day!
May 13, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will be making 2nd grade this summer!
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Alyssa Vickers  (TpT Seller) re: Summer to Second
Thanks!! It worked! You're the best!
May 11, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Great! I'm glad!
May 11, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Alyssa Vickers  (TpT Seller) re: Summer to Second
I'm having a hard time printing the packet... Would you mind possibly sending it to me via email? It only prints the first two pages and stops.
May 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Please hit Print, the click Advanced, the click Print as Image and print. If that doesn't work, I'll definitely email you.
May 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

ChristyKTN
ChristyKTN  (TpT Seller) re: Summer to Second
Can you redo page 31 so that the first row of pictures are darker? For some reason PDF has made it too light to show up when I tried to copy it on the RISO machine. Thanks! (The page is called Summer Fun, Read and Match)
May 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will try to get that done. I did make a bunch of changes and added pages.
May 13, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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wmoore1
Love your Dollar Store Superlatives. I bought them, tried to print them, and they won't print. Any ideas or has anyone else had trouble? Thanks.
May 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Please hit Print, the click Advanced, the click Print as Image and print. If that doesn't work, we'll try something else.
May 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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saravall re: Super Sight Words Pack
Great resource! I was wondering if you would be able to make a set using the 101 - 200 words and 201 -300?
May 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will try. I have a bunch of projects on my plate right now, but this may be a summer project. :)
May 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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laruka re: Summer to Second
Do you know when your "Summer to First" will be avaliable? Thanks! Love your work!
May 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I'm working on it as we speak. I hope to have it finished by tonight or by tomorrow. It will definitely be up before the teacher appreciation sale. I'm really happy with it so far! :)
May 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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krast re: My First Grade Helper
I am trying to download and all I get is a black screen. Thought you might be able to help.
krast@windstream.net

Thanks
Kristin
May 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I emailed you. :)
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lwinters1216
I bought the first grade helper and no matter where I try to print it, work or home, it can't be printed. Can you email it to me if I give you my email?
Leslie
May 2, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Yes, as soon as I get home. Please give me your email.
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jennifer9766 re: Summer to Second
on pg. 54 there is a period or some mark at the top of the page, will you add synonyms, antonyms, contractions, compound words, adding correct ending punctuation?? thanks so much!
May 2, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will check out page 54 and I have planned to add more. There is already adding correct punctuation. :)
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Nettiegirl re: Common Core Reader's Response Sheets: Grade 1
Do you have this for second grade?
April 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Not yet. I'm going to make this pack K-2.
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Tessa Allen re: Dollar Store Superlatives: End of the Year Awards
Hi,
I just purchased your awards day packet last week. I love it! Is it possible to get an editable version in order to type my student names for the awards?
Thank you,
Tessa Allen
April 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I will try to make an editable version, but I do not have one at the moment.
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hsawyer29
WOW! That was fast! Thank you so much!!!
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hsawyer29
Hi Michelle,
I purchased the summer to 2nd journal. There is a grammatical error on the Language Arts direction page in the second sentence. (ironic, huh?) I'm just wondering if you could correct it and let us redownload it before making copies to send home for the summer. Thank you so much!!! (It reads - It is important for students
demonstrate and understanding of the... - Maybe- It is important for students TO demonstrate AN understanding of the... or important THAT students demonstrate AN... ) I don't know which you meant, but I'm sure it was just a typo. THANKS!!!!
Hope Sawyer
April 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
It's fixed. You can download now. Thanks for letting me know.
April 28, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Paige-n-Kinders  (TpT Seller) re: Summer to Second
Hi Michelle! You mentioned on you blog you were creating a summer to first. I would love to give that to my kg'rs who are going to first! Do you plan on having is ready any time soon? Thanks! I love your store! I plan on purchasing the doller tree awards. Super fun!
April 27, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Yes. They should be finished this week!
April 27, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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llcrichlow
Hi, I saw your lesson plan template on your blog. Would it be possible for me to purchase a blank template?
April 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Please email me at fabulousinfirst.blogspot.com
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jayjewel
Great. My email is jayjewelm@gmail.com. Could you email me so I can ask more questions about it. I am hoping that my principal will approve it and if she does, we will buy 7 licenses for each kindergarten class to send home.
April 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Emailed!
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jayjewel
Will you be making a summer to first packet? Our school is requiring each grade level to put one together. You have already done this for second so I am hoping you have one for first :)
April 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Yes...I'm working on it right now! Should be finished by the beginning of next week.
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Gina Hanisch  (TpT Seller) re: Summer to Second
Maybe my brain is on summer vacation, but on the parent's letter it states there is a summer reading log, but I can't seem to find it. Do you have one you use with the packet? LOVE THE PACKET!
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
Gina...I just checked and when I updated, I somehow deleted it. I will fix it and upload tonight. So sorry.
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Taryn's Unique Learning
Taryn's Unique Learning  (TpT Seller)
Hi Michelle....I have a question for you but didn't want to post it. Would you mind shooting me an email if you get a chance?
Thanks,

Taryn Grinker Wagenfeld
https://www.facebook.com/TarynsUniqueLearning

wagenfeldt@sycamoreschools.org
April 21, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Michelle Oakes  (TpT Seller)
I emailed you.
April 21, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have been teaching 11 years and all 11 have been in first grade. I absolutely love teaching. I have always dreamed of being a teacher and feel blessed to be able teach 6 and 7 year olds.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I love to use hands on and inquiry based learning. I believe in making learning fun while still integrating and mastering the standards.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

I've been nominated for Disney's Teacher of the year twice, as well as included in Who's Who Among America Teachers for two years.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I have a degree in Elementary Education grades K-8 from Miami University and a Masters in Reading from Xavier University.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Visit me at http://Fabulousinfirst.blogspot.com

GRADES TAUGHT

First

SUBJECT AREAS

Education, Math, English Language Arts