My team was discussing the challenge of helping all students try their best as they know that the Winter Break is approaching. With fun activities coming up, it seems easy to use them as motivation. I find that rewards are motivating when it feels fair. The best way to make sure everything feels fair is […]
Archives for November 2012


Giveaways Galore and a Favor
First, thank you for your support and a big thanks for visiting my store during the TPT sale! Did you get everything you wanted during the TPT sale? Me neither. My budget doesn’t match my wish list. If there were things from my store, still in your wish list, you may be in luck. I’m […]


Fifth Grade Freebies
I’ve decided to start a collaborative blog called Fifth Grade Freebies and today is it’s birthday. If you would like to become a contributor, send me an email. I find that most linkies I follow end up giving me a ton of great resources that don’t really apply to me. I thought it was time […]


Technology in the Classroom
My friend, Sarah, is having her first linky party and I love the topic. I hope some of you link up and share your great ideas. About a month ago my classroom had an Interactive White Board (called an Eno Board) installed and I’m loving it. Since the board is new to me I’m just […]


Sales Galore
Today the teacher shopping weekend begins. Whether you like to shop at Teachers Pay Teachers or Teachers Notebook there is a sale for you. The Teachers Notebook Sale is Saturday through Monday. My Teacher Product Shop and my Clipart Shop are 25% off and TN will give you an additional 10% off. There is also […]

