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Plurals Rules Posters (UPDATED and EDITABLE)

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I created these posters to help my first grade students understand the rules to use when working with plurals. Posters include:• When to add -s• When to add -es (when the base word ends with ch, sh, s, x, or z)• When to add -ies (when the base word

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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Posters

$1.00

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Calm Down Corner Pack {Black and White Polka Dot with Brights Theme}

By Shafer's Shenanigans

Do you have kiddos who just need a break for a few minutes to get themselves together? This pack is a great classroom management tool that allows children an opportunity to step away, reflect on their behavior, and come back, ready to join the class

Subjects:

Classroom Management, School Counseling, For All Subjects

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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$1.00

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6 + 1 Writing Traits: Conventions Lessons (First Grade)

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We used the 6+1 Writing Traits curriculum this past year in first grade. During the first two quarters, we focused on Ideas and Conventions. These are the Smart Board lessons that I created to teach the Conventions Trait.These lessons meet the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

1^st

Types:

Interactive Whiteboard, Lesson

$6.00

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EDITABLE School Supply Letter for Parents (FREEBIE!)

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Have you ever noticed how students have used most/all of their supplies by winter break? I created this letter to send home to parents at the beginning of the second semester, asking them to send new supplies for their children.I've updated this

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For All Subjects

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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For Parents

FREE

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Black and White Polka Dot Classroom Decor Set with BRIGHTS {EDITABLE}

By Shafer's Shenanigans

This pack is {FULL} of resources to keep your classroom bright, beautiful, and organized! I created this pack to use in my own classroom, and I've included everything that I thought you might need. Included in this 100+ page resource:- Calendar set

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For All Subject Areas

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

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Printables

$10.00

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Teacher Appreciation Week Thank You Note (EDITABLE!)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

If you're like me, you always have a few thank you notes to write during Teacher Appreciation Week! I hope you can use this one that I created!Border Courtesy of:http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Krista-WalldenGraphics From the Pond

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables

FREE

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B/W Polka Dot Classroom Library Labels (EDITABLE!)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

This black and white polka dot classroom library label set should have everything you need to get your library organized. The following labels (with picture) are included:• Apples• Fall• Pumpkins• Back to School• Halloween• Thanksgiving• Christmas•

Subjects:

Reading

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Printables

$2.00

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Sequence Word Posters (UPDATED and EDITABLE)

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I used to teach the 6+1 Writing Traits in my classroom, and when I was teaching the Organization trait, I found that the students needed common sequence words to refer to when writing.Sequence words include:• First• Next• Then• After• Last•

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables, Posters

$2.00

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6+1 Writing Traits Posters B/W Polka Dot (UPDATED and EDITABLE!)

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UPDATED and EDITABLE!I created these 6+1 Writing Traits Posters, using the student tips provided in Ruth Culham's 6+1 Traits of Writing book. I post these helpful reminders in my classroom on my Writing Wall for my students to refer to. They look

Subjects:

Writing

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables

$2.00

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Black and White Polka Dot Quote Posters with BRIGHTS

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Need a little daily inspiration? These quote posters are both colorful and motivating, and they will look great in any classroom!Included in this pack are quotes by Roald Dahl, Walt Disney, Dr. Seuss, and more!This set coordinates with my Black and

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For All Subject Areas

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

$1.50

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B/W Polka Dot Classroom Decor Set (UPDATED and EDITABLE!)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

This {HUGE} black and white polka dot theme classroom decor set has everything you need to get your classroom decorated for the new school year!This set includes:• Calendar Set - Calendar Numbers 1-35 (can also be used for cubby tags), Holiday

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For All Subject Areas

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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Printables

$10.00

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B/W Polka Dot Binder Covers and Spines (EDITABLE!)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

Here are binder covers and matching spines to dress up your teacher binders and files (NOW EDITABLE!). They can also be used as dividers.Included in this file are covers for:• Lesson Plans• Language Arts Resources• IRI Materials• Writing Resources•

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables

$2.00

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EDITABLE Positive Post-It Notes for Classroom Observers

By Shafer's Shenanigans

This year, I will make the transition from classroom teacher to literacy coach. I created these positive Post-It notes to leave for teachers when I visit their classrooms.This is a GROWING BUNDLE, so be sure to check back for updates!These Post-It

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Printables, For Principals & Administrators

$2.00

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Kaboom! Game for Addition and Subtraction Fact Practice 1-10

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This game is great for your students to practice their addition and subtraction facts to 10!Included in this pack:- Directions for play- Kaboom! can labels- Cards for facts 1-10- Kaboom! cardsVisit my blog for more ideas and freebies!

Subjects:

Math, Basic Operations, Mental Math

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Games

$1.00

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A Live T.V. Studio Program for Students (EDITABLE)

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This product provides everything you will need to set up your own student-run LIVE T.V. studio program! All files are completely editable for your use. Included in this pack are:- Description of the program- CCSS addressed in this pack- Instructions

Subjects:

Visual Arts, Computer Science - Technology, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

4^th, 5^th

Types:

Scripts

$10.00

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B/W Polka Dot Punctuation Posters (UPDATED and EDITABLE)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

Included in this poster set:• Period• Question Mark• Exclamation Mark• Comma• Quotation Marks• ApostropheIt coordinates with my Black and White Polka Dot Classroom Decor

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Posters

$1.00

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6+1 Writing Traits: Ideas Lessons (First Grade)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

We used the 6+1 Writing curriculum for several years when I taught first grade. During the first two quarters, we focused on Ideas and Conventions. These are the Smart Board lessons that I created to teach the Ideas trait.These lessons meet the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

1^st

Types:

Interactive Whiteboard, Lesson

$6.00

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Bright Chevron Classroom Decor Set (UPDATED and EDITABLE)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

This {HUGE} bright chevron classroom decor set has everything you need for your classroom.This set includes:• Calendar Set - Calendar Numbers 1-35 (can also be used for cubby tags), Holiday Calendar Pieces, "Today is...," "Tomorrow will be...",

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables

$10.00

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Spelling Homework Packet (UPDATED and EDITABLE)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

I used this spelling homework packet with my first graders, beginning with Theme 3 in the Houghton Mifflin reading series. The students complete all assigned spelling homework in their Spelling Notebooks (a 1-subject notebook or composition book).

Subjects:

Spelling

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Homework, For Parents

$2.00

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Bright Chevron Classroom Library Labels (EDITABLE)

By Shafer's Shenanigans

This bright chevron polka dot classroom library label set should have everything you need to get your library organized. The following labels (with picture) are included:• Apples• Fall• Pumpkins• Back to School• Halloween• Thanksgiving• Christmas•

Subjects:

Reading

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

$2.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I was a classroom teacher for 16 years, and I have taught Pre K, Kindergarten, first, and third grades. I was an elementary literacy coach for three years before taking on an administrative role.

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HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

I was nominated for our county's Teacher of the Year Award during the 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school years.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I have a Bachelors of Arts in Drama and Music, and I have my Masters of Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood Education. I recently received my Administrator I certificate.

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