I have been teaching for 22 years. My career began with whole language when creating lessons from literature was the norm. I still teach this way. I am happy to see the pendulum swinging back to good literature and motivating children to read for the love of learning.
Density experiment simplified for the earlier grades. It's simple but reviews the scientific process and basic concepts of density and buoyancy. It can be an enriching/follow-up experiment after sink and float and matter unit. Materials are easy to find and posters help with the presentation. I used it for my son's at home experiment that he needed to present in school. Posters were used as note cards.
The hashtag activities include sentence editing, technology and a bulletin activity. The students can take their own selfies (I used my personal Ipad) and then add fun hashtags. I incorporate responsible Ipad use, taking selfies and hash tag use. I then continue with the lesson I use the hashtags for sentence editing. They practice finger space, capitals and punctuation. The lesson is part of my beginning of the school year routine and "All About Me" theme. I have includeded an Ipad clipart that
Flashcards of the frequently used words in children's literature. When students practice and learn these words they will develop more fluency and focus more on comprehension.
K - 2nd
Reading
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Experience
I have been teaching for 22 years. My career began with whole language when creating lessons from literature was the norm. I still teach this way. I am happy to see the pendulum swinging back to good literature and motivating children to read for the love of learning.
Teaching style
Child centered and intriscally motivated learning. I love to create wonder and purpose for learning. Great books, math problem solving and hands on science guide my classroom curriculum. The skills are interwoven and connect within disciplines .
Awards & shining teacher moments
National Boards for Professional Teaching Standards
My own education history
Bachelors in early and elementary education, màsters in TESOL and Speacialist degree in curriculum development .
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