tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79286395714704300372024-03-13T23:25:58.749-04:00McQueen of the JungleAn education blogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-88938135505896329752013-08-13T21:28:00.002-04:002013-08-13T21:51:25.458-04:00Classroom Digs<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">It's OFFICIAL I am a First Grade Teacher!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last night I went out to dinner with some teacher friends. I thought I was only meeting up with two of them, but my friend Christy surprised me and invited the crew. It was so nice to celebrate with them. It was also absolutely nerve-wracking waiting to here if I got approved by the board.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As you know I got hired and sure enough I was at the school at 7:00 am this morning and left at about 7:30 pm. I am excited to say that my room is finished other than a few odds and ends (organizing). I am only lucky girl because I had lots of help today, without Christy, Lori, Angie, and Abby I probably would still be there in a mess of clutter. Thanks girls.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's the reveal.....hope you approve.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I turned my desk into a Jeep. I'm super excited about how it turned out. I put a long table off the side to use for guided reading. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Looking through the door....<br />I have twenty students so I decided to organize the desk into four groups of five. I have a ton of space.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Word Wall<br />This will also be used for the Daily Five</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Morning Meeting Calendar----work in progress</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The kids will use clothespins labeled with their number to choose what they want for lunch.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I've seen this all over Pinterest and in many classrooms, so I had to add it to mine.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Each week I will have a King or Queen of the Jungle----the sign flips over for an easy switch. <br />The baskets below will be used to turn in homework and papers.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Yay, A special birthday desk. The balloons on the door will eventually have the kiddos birthday listed.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">My little reading area is a work in progress. I need to get a small rug and organize all of the books. <br />Don't pay attention to that hideous green cart----it will be getting a makeover this weekend.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">My Behavior Clip Chart<br />---- can be found at my TpT store.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">This is going to be my listening area. The coolest part is that the headphone are animal print.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">This is the writing area which will be used for the Daily Five.<br /> It also is a work in progress that needs more supplies.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Student Jobs aka Jungle Tours<br />The luggage tags with their number will be added tomorrow.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">A mess of a mess of math materials.....needs organized ASAP<br />Well after I buy some new baskets</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">After a little over 12 hours working in the room I can say that I am completely exhausted, but so pleased with the results. Now I'm off to bed to get some much need sleep so I'm ready for my 7:00 am training.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. I love to shop and I'm really good at! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just some new items for school.....I'm so in love with the sweatshirt from Banana Republic that I'm going to get it in gray as well as the top from the Loft.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">2. We go all out for Halloween.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">3. I am a morning person and am usually in bed watching t.v. getting ready to fall asleep around 8</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">5. I ran my first 5k a couple months ago.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">6. I used to be a <strike>blonde</strike> fake blonde, but my hair was DAMAGED so I opted to become a brunette. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">8. I talk a lot and usually am loud - - -unless I don't you, then I'm a shy girl for a minute LOL. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> 9. I love to dance! I have a dance party every Saturday morning while I clean the house.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10. I drink Pepsi instead of Coffee every morning.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Does anyone else's house or classroom look like this? Or does anyone feel their life is organized clutter? It's exhausting!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So the other day I decided that I was going to try and organize all of the school materials I have been gathering over the years (that have been kept in my game room out of sight).....and has become what I like to call organized clutter. My intentions were to organize everything and put it right away. However I am at a total stand still until Tuesday. Your going to have to stop back Monday night to hear why!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Anyways I went from organizing to creating like its my job----FYI I love to organize and create so I guess it's a win win other than the mess of a game room I now have.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I stopped by the teacher store this morning and picked up some goodies! Super excited I got the free desk calendar!</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I know you may think I'm losing my mind, but lets face it- - - it's TRUE. </span></span><br />
<span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Who doesn't get excited about new school supplies and FUN classroom decor. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So today on my way home from a lunch date with Josh I stopped at Wal-Mart for some printer paper, but of course some other things were just calling my name........clearly you'll understand why I couldn't pass them up. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My favorite purchase of the day was the Photo Booth Props. I was thinking that on each student's birthday we could take a silly class photo. The birthday student will get a copy of their photo and then it can also be added into the end of the year slide show.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As you can see I bought a folding table today too. I love that it is black. I was thinking that I could use the crate seats I made last summer to go with this. I love that fact that if I'm not using it I can easily fold it up and store it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have to let you all know that I have the BEST FRIENDS in the world. One of my besties Christy, bought me these cute little mats. Can you believe they are bath mats? They are perfect for when students are working around the classroom and are out of their seats. Students will have their own fun little space. If you work with younger students these would be perfect for budding reading spaces. Older students can use them for independent work. </span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-19463325862651842812013-07-29T13:11:00.002-04:002013-07-29T13:11:47.228-04:00Made-It Monday<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">I know I keep saying that and blah, blah, blah..........</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">You have to trust me this time. Sometimes life gets too busy and we prioritize. Unfortunately my blog was put to the bottom of that list. I have decided that it needs to move on up! When I set my mind to something it happens. I also have a little feeling that some good things are going to be happening in my life in the near future. If my dreams come true I will have so much to blog about you'll wish I was on vacation. SO I am back at it officially!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today's fun is going to be a DIY welcome sign. It is super easy and fast to make. The best part is you can make it to match your theme or use any word/saying you like. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Step 7:</b> Attach ribbon to the top of the W for hanging purposes. </span><span style="font-size: large;">I'm going to add a bow or something to the top to jazz it up as well. However,</span><span style="font-size: large;"> if you prefer you can use fishing line instead. </span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-55231185918425868892012-09-16T11:44:00.000-04:002013-07-23T17:39:19.647-04:00Busy As A Bee<span style="font-size: large;">Like most of you, I feel like I have been going non-stop. I started off the school year as an Instructional Aide in a Kindergarten classroom. We sang, we danced, we practiced our letters and numbers, and getting into a routine. Four days into the year I was pulled out of Kindergarten and moved into Fifth Grade. I knew this was coming, so over the summer I met with the fifth grade teacher who I am covering for while she is spending time with her new little bundle of joy! I felt that after meeting with her a few times I was prepared. Let me rephrase that.....I felt prepared enough to get by until I actually got my feet wet. We've all had that felling right? I've been in fifth grade for about 3 weeks now! I absolutely love it. Everything is falling right into place. I get to teach Literacy and Social Studies to 52 kiddos plus I get to work with some amazing teachers! I have to admit it is totally different from my first placement and last year's placements in kindergarten and 2nd grade. I have to remind myself that these kids aren't going to appreciate all of the "cutesy" stuff. Notice I said all....they still like some of it. During my first week in fifth grade, I had a student asked me if I was a music teacher. My response back was: No, what makes you think that? He told me it was because I sing everything. I just started to laugh at myself. 1) because it was true and 2) because I am a horrible singer. It was then I knew I'd be taking a different approach on my teaching. Don't get me wrong....I still sing. I swear it keeps them alert and interested. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">While I've been MIA, I've been working on lesson plans, lesson plans, and lesson plans. Did I mention I've been writing lesson plans and trying to make them exciting and fun just like all of you? I also have been trying to give my husband as much attention as I can in the evenings and on the weekends. Hence, why I haven't been posting. Does anyone else's husband have a hard time adjusting to a new school year. Don't get me wrong Josh is so supportive of my late nights and homework, but he is also use to having all my attention all summer long that when school starts it takes some time to adjust. On another note....I've spent a lot of time on TPT. Sometimes it is just easier to use the brilliance of someone else. I would love to be able to create everything I need by myself, but let's face it----not always going to happen. So thank you to all of the brilliant and creative educators! I truly appreciate all of your hard work. One thing I have created is for writing workshop. It is just a simple clip chart that students will use to let me know where they are in their writing. Usually I would add some cutesy clip art, but I stopped myself. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's to a great year :) </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-45395891995569055352012-08-13T13:27:00.001-04:002013-07-23T17:25:01.474-04:00Make-it Monday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">This morning I woke up and decided that I needed to be creative :) Well I guess I should say... take someone else's idea and make it my own. Everyone has been buzzing about bunting. At first I really didn't get it. Sure it's cute, but I never saw anything that really caught my eye, until now---I'm pretty excited about my Jungle Themed Bunting! Can I just say it was so easy to make in Publisher using the graphics I already own! It was time consuming, but so worth it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What do you think? I promise it's worth making :) If you would like bunting for your room, but this doesn't fit your decor and you don't have time to make it yourself, let me know and I'll make something super special for you! If you do like this...check out my TPT Store....did I mention I'm throwing a sale! Everything is 20% off make sure to use the code BTS12 to get an additional discount!</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-19757434065060414192012-08-11T15:00:00.000-04:002013-07-23T17:39:39.778-04:00Almost Time<span style="font-size: large;">Wow! I can't believe that the students start in 10 days. Where did the summer go? I have to admit that I am so ready to go back. I just love routines and being with the kids...plus I get to see my school friends :) Yay!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. Dollar Tree finds!!! Leopard place mat, dice, cards, and a bacon tray. Why would I buy a bacon tray? You can use dry erase markers on them! It is perfect for place value, helping little ones keep numbers in line when adding and subtracting, and I think it could work for letter sizing/spacing too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">5. Super cute picnic blanket from Wal-mart. Perfect for lunch dates with the kids! Bargain buy for $5.00 and it zips :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I haven't really been on the ball creating new digital materials. I promise the creativity will come back soon. My mind and focus have been elsewhere (Reading and Classroom Furniture/Decor/Organization). Anyways...Check out my TPT Store there just might be something for you. My new favorite items are my Jungle Themed Alphabet Cards and Math Mats!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Since I made that fabulous lettering for my reading area.....I thought why not make something for my writing center as well. What do you think? </span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-30835514995543186412012-07-12T15:20:00.001-04:002012-07-12T15:24:01.333-04:00Thrifty ThursdayI know I've been MIA for a while...But I'm back! The last couple of weeks have consisted of teaching summer school and reading. Summer school ended last Friday and I've run out of books so I thought I should be productive. What better way than some DIY projects.<br />
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In my last post I showed some of the things I've recently purchased. Those black crates were calling my name. I finally made seat toppers with the help of my wonderful husband! Thanks babe :)<br />
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Couldn't find his safety glasses so my sunglasses had to do---<br />
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Inspired by Katie over at Queen of the First Grade Jungle....I decided to make some letters for the reading comer of my "future" classroom. I keep telling my husband that when I finally get my own classroom I'll have everything I need----He doesn't exactly believe me and I don't blame him.</div>
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I'm also working on a project for my house......I am a huge fan of pallet furniture and accessories. I want to make....well try to make.... a couch, table, and some frames for wall accessories. When I get something finished I'll be sure to post.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Going through this process has taught me a little bit about myself. I have confidence in my teaching but I am not one who likes talking them-self up. I actually feel pretty uncomfortable doing so. My family claims I'm just humble---Well I've decided that I have until next May to get over that. I'm getting a position next year!</span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-76394176059064716892012-06-06T16:17:00.001-04:002013-07-23T17:40:09.345-04:00What a Wonderful Wednesday<span style="font-size: large;">Does anyone else feel like there's not enough time in the day to get everything done? Believe it or not my morning started off productive. I gave my dog Marley a bath, took him for a walk, and cleaned the house all before 10:00 am....plus I did a couple loads of laundry! Here's where things started to get off track----I went to the mall. Tomorrow is a really big day for me so of course I needed a new outfit and a super cute pair of shoes!!! Hopefully I'll be able to tell you about it in a couple of days:) Wish me luck.... </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I am in one of those weird moods today...all because of tomorrow. It's one of those super excited but nervous all at the same time. To keep myself busy I decide to create a super cute 12 month calendar! I have it posted in my store for $1.50, but if you would like to make your own here's what you need to do:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What can I say.....I'm pretty excited that in one weekend I started a blog and created my own TPT Store. Although, my husband is a little annoyed that I won't get off the computer. I think he is just getting tired of me asking him every five minutes to check out what I've done. I have to say he comes right over and tells me how awesome it looks. This is one of the reasons why I love him so much. He is always supportive of my new and crazy ideas. I have to admit I have no clue what I'm doing, but at least I'm trying! For the past couple of months I have been a blog stalker... yes I said it a blog stalker. Wow! All of the blogs I have been stocking are fabulous. What are the secrets of blogging? Please be patient with mine. I really am just playing around trying to figure things out.</span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7928639571470430037.post-80897919638118078412012-06-01T21:02:00.001-04:002013-07-23T17:40:54.977-04:00Here goes....<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">This past year I got to work with an amazing educator. Not only did I think she was outstanding, so did the parents at our school. She was named THE OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR for the 2011-2012 School Year. She truly is an intuitive teacher. Never did she settle for anything less than the best for her students--- if you know what I mean. Over the past year my view/style of teaching has dramatically changed---with guidance from a friend.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">You probably are wondering why I am rambling about someone else....if it wasn't for Christy I probably wouldn't have ventured into the blogging world. Plus anyone who introduces you to Pinterest deserves a BIG SHOUT-OUT. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">As I figure out what I'm doing more posts will follow. I promise it will become more exciting. I've been creating some jungle themed classroom resources that I hope to post soon. </span></div>
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