We've been using Slide a lot around here lately! So, here's yet another Slide Show of the writing event that unfolded in my classroom today.
Author: Stacey Shubitz
Stacey Shubitz is a K-6 literacy consultant and former elementary teacher. She is the author of CRAFT MOVES and other professional books on writing workshop. Her forthcoming book, MAKE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM WORK FOR YOUR CHILD WITH DISABILITIES (Guilford Press, 2026), empowers parents to navigate the special education system.
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S-C-H-O-O-L Swap
I participated in The Reading Zone's Back-to-S-C-H-O-O-L Swap. My partner was Lori from Morning Glories and Moonflowers. Here's what I sent her: Here's the awesome package she sent to me: Isn't Lori creative? Check out her Etsy Shop to see the rest of her creative creations.
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Letters of Hire
I'm a big advocate of letter writing. It is, perhaps, my favorite genre. There's something about holding a personalized letter in one's hand that feels special. A few years ago, Instructor published a list of classroom jobs that were a bit out-of-the-box. This year marks the third year I've been using more sophisticated job titles.… Continue reading Letters of Hire
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Preserve Your Students’ Year in Writing & in Pictures
A few days ago I received two e-mails from one of my former fifth graders that I hadn't seen since the final day of school in June 2007. He's now in seventh grade and wanted to get back in-touch. Seeing as all of my students have my personal e-mail address, this was pretty easy for… Continue reading Preserve Your Students’ Year in Writing & in Pictures
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Educational Policy on Poetry Friday
The Conventions are over. As Americans, we've heard a lot of rhetoric and many attacks -- on both sides. I feel each of us, as teachers, must inform ourselves about the educational policies of both candidates so that each of us can make an informed decision about the policies that will affect our everyday lives… Continue reading Educational Policy on Poetry Friday
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Photo Fridays: Captured by this Scene
Patriotic Farm in Lincoln, RI Originally uploaded by teachergal Lincoln, RI is one of the most rustic-feeling locations I've encountered since I moved to Rhode Island last summer. I had the chance to buy candy at a country store for just $.65 today! The man I bought my Reese's from was not only friendly, but… Continue reading Photo Fridays: Captured by this Scene
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Partnership Grid
I'm in the midst of creating writing partnerships for my students based off of a questionnaire I gave them today. It is HARD WORK trying to match kids up with partners that will hopefully last (and flourish) all year long. That being said, I created an Excel Spreadsheet to help me organize my data from… Continue reading Partnership Grid
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Document Camera
The Reading Zone posed some questions (on her blog) about how other teachers use document cameras in the classroom. Since the document camera I was fortunate to have was bestowed upon my room last year, thanks to a grant from DonorsChoose, my teaching has been transformed. When the document camera first arrived, my students joked… Continue reading Document Camera
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Day in a Sentence: Beginnings
Deb is hosting Day in a Sentence this week. She's offering a couple of themes to work off of in case you need inspiration when you boil-down your day. Here's my submission: The beginning of the school year is about striking the right balance in three ways: making kids feel safe, setting high expectations, and… Continue reading Day in a Sentence: Beginnings
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Stixy: My new favorite tech toy
My Stixyboard for Wednesday 9-3-08 Originally uploaded by teachergal I discovered Stixy this past weekend, which is essentially an online bulletin board. The users of Stixy suggest using it in the following ways: * for family schedules * for work projects * to prepare an upcoming vacation with friends * to display photos from your… Continue reading Stixy: My new favorite tech toy
