Up and Running



Beginning of school hall display.  Student pictures and
 writing project will be added when completed.



Students rotate in groups to complete various assignments.
I used scrapbooking paper to create backdrops for displaying students'
work.  Cups on desks contain pencils, checking pen, highlighter, and
scissors for easy access and an office feel.

Sunflowers provide a cheery theme throughout the room.
A garden bench is a favorite reading nook for students.

Chair covers with pockets add additional storage for students.
A writing journal and library book are always ready.



A rocking chair is an invitation for a good teacher read-aloud.
Teacher work area includes a fridge and microwave for that morning
cup of coffee and left-overs for lunch.



It's not your grandma's classroom.  Technology includes a SmartBoard.
It take some practice, but an it's an amazing teaching tool.

Students work in groups and rotate to different stations throughout
 the reading period.  Whiteboards are changed daily to detail the expectations
 for each station.

If it Ain't Broke

So I had a few minutes on my hands and started messing with the design of my blog.  It wasn't that I was terribly dissatisfied with the way it looked, it was just something to do.  I mean there were lots of different fonts available, and I love a good font.  There were designs I thought would look neat.  And color, I could add some different colors.  That could be good . . . or not.  The truth is, I messed up; and what's worse, I didn't save my original design.  I want it back, but it's gone.  So, I'll be working on my blog from time to time.  I think there will be lots of intermediary changes before I get it right.  Bear with me.  And remember, if it aint't broke . . .