Friday, August 1, 2014

August Currently

I know, ANOTHER post from me in the same day! I just had to post the August Currently, hosted by Farley at Oh' Boy Fourth Grade.



Most of it is self-explanatory. 

LOVING my new classroom setup because I put 2 comfy reading areas instead of my usual 1. I have the students read everywhere in the room anyway, but it's nice to have 2 cozy spots. 

NEEDING to cut and organize all of those task card sets I printed and laminated (I tend to spend all of my TPT seller earnings on TPT products!). I plan to try something new with  task cards this year, and I wanted a variety of subject areas and topics. What better time to get them all ready than summer vacation?! Well, it would have been great if I had decided to work on them sooner. I decided to spend more time relaxing and enjoying my break instead. My plan for the cards is based on this post I saw on the blog at Sunny Days in Second Grade. I can't wait to try it this year!

Yes, I go back on August 5. Our Orientation is August 8. The students return on August 12. That's the day my son, Jeffery, starts 4th Grade. I can't believe he's going to be a 4th grader!

If you have any other great ideas for using task cards, please share them with us!




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  1. nchaconAugust 1, 2014 at 9:30 PM

    It's crazy how fast time goes by, isn't it?! My little one starts kindergarten this year! I can't begin to understand how those first five years have come and gone so quickly. Best wishes to both you and your 4th grader on a fun and successful new school year :)

    ~Nadya
    New Adventures in Elementary

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    1. UnknownAugust 2, 2014 at 5:24 PM

      Good luck to you and your Kindergartener, Nadya!

      Lori

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  2. KimAugust 1, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    Hi Lori:
    Meg at Fourth Grade Studio has some task card organizing tips and so does Tara at 4th Grade Frolics. Mine are all over the floor in the garage... and I keep finding "solos" when I sort through boxes. I'm SURE there is a better way than my system!
    Good luck with your new school year... I hope it's wonderful!

    Kim
    Finding JOY in 6th Grade

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    1. UnknownAugust 2, 2014 at 5:26 PM

      Thanks for the suggestions, Kim! I will definitely check out those sites! Good luck in your new school year!

      Lori

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  3. JaneenAugust 2, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    Thank you for commenting on my blog. I spent lots of time working this summer so I'm relaxing for a week or so before we head back. You guys really start early, hopefully you get out early in May too.

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    1. UnknownAugust 2, 2014 at 5:27 PM

      Hi Janeen!

      Actually, we get out in early June. Enjoy your week of relaxation!

      Lori

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