Teaching Theme in First Grade

Teaching Theme in First Grade

Teaching theme can be a lot of fun in first grade.  I like to explain theme or central message to firsties this way, “What do you think the author wants you to learn from this story that you can use in your life?”  It can be tricky and takes LOTS of...
First Grade Writing: 6 Tips for Teaching

First Grade Writing: 6 Tips for Teaching

#1- Write in front of the kids daily If you are teaching first grade writing, modeling is key! I know for many of us the thought of writing in front of the kids is terrifying. Most of us weren’t English majors, and I think it brings back memories of red ink when we...
Interactive Writing Notebook for First Grade

Interactive Writing Notebook for First Grade

Today I wanted to share my Interactive Writing Notebook for First Grade.   It is jam-packed with writing projects for first grade.  The activities are Common Core aligned, rigorous, and FUN for students. The notebook covers numerous writing and grammar skills that are...
Interactive Science Notebook 1st Grade

Interactive Science Notebook 1st Grade

I have had several people asking me what I have students write under the flaps in my Science and Social Studies Interactive Notebooks.  Today I am sharing some photographs of what you could have your students write underneath the flaps of my Science Notebook....

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