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End of the Year Theme Day Activities BUNDLE Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Enjoy the last 6 days with your students by doing end of the year themed days. This bundle contains activities for ice cream day, beach day, bubble day, circus day, camping day, and popcorn day. Your students will be so excited to come to school

Subjects:

Writing, End of Year, Phonics

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, RF.1.1, RF.1.1a, RF.1.2, RF.1.2a, RF.1.2b, RF.1.2c, RF.1.2d...

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$38.00

1,110

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Camping Day End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Grab your flashlights and sleeping bags and head to school for a fun-filled educational camping theme day. These activities are great for working on reading comprehension, word work, writing, and math review. There is a fun s'mores craft activity

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.4, RI.1.1, RI.1.2, RF.1.1, RF.1.1a, RF.1.2, RF.1.2a, RF.1.2b...

$8.00

637

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Lemonade Day End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Who doesn't love a nice cold glass of lemonade in the summer? This fun end of the year theme day will bring so much joy and sweetness to your students. Learn about the lemon lifecycle, make homemade lemonade, taste test some lemon treats, and review

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Centers

$8.00

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The Pigeon Has To Go To School Back to School Activities

By First Grade Roars

This adorable story by Mo Willems is a perfect back to school read aloud. I am so excited to do these activities the first week of school. There are comprehension activities, math activities, sorts, a pigeon paper topper craft and a school bus

Subjects:

Math, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.3, RL.1.9

$6.50

538

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Zoo Day End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Turn your classroom into a zoo full of zookeepers for some extra end of the year fun. Have your students bring in a stuffed animal or two for the zoo, work on sorting them into animal groups, become zookeepers, and play 8 different games with the

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Games, Centers

CCSS:

1.MD.C.4, RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.4, RL.1.7, RF.1.1, RF.1.1a, RF.1.3, RF.1.3a, W.1.1...

$8.00

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Spookley the Square Pumpkin Reading Comprehension Book Companion

By First Grade Roars

Spookley the Square Pumpkin is the sweetest pumpkin patch story that is the perfect read aloud for Halloween. This activity packet is filled with your choice of comprehension strategies, writing activities, word work activities, math activities and

Subjects:

Writing, Reading Strategies, Halloween

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, W.1.1, W.1.2

$6.50

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Witch's Brew a Fun Halloween Activity

By First Grade Roars

This fun witch's brew activity is perfect for HALLOWEEN WEEK. Witch's brew is yearly favorite in my classroom. I use this goodie to introduce main idea and details, but it could also be used for writing, math, sequencing or just for fun. You can

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Halloween

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Songs, Printables

CCSS:

RL.1.2, W.1.2

$6.00

216

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All about Insects and Bugs Nonfiction Unit Insect Research Reports

By First Grade Roars

Are you teaching your students about insects and bugs? This packet includes guided reading strategies to learn about insect and bug characteristics. There are three paper mini books that are Included; All about insects, Insects vs. Spiders, and Bugs

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Unit Plans

$12.00

210

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Friendship Day End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Have a Friendsgiving in November or enjoy the end the year celebrating all the friendships they've made in class. Make a special friendship snack, discuss qualities of a good friend, interview friends, make friendship bracelets, create friendship

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, Adult Education

Types:

Activities, Games, Centers

CCSS:

1.MD.B.3, RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RF.1.1, RF.1.1a, RF.1.2, RF.1.2c, RF.1.3, W.1.1, W.1.2...

$8.00

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Glow Day Neon End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

It's time to shine on the last week of school with this fun End of the Year Glow Theme Day. This theme day is packed with educational and engaging activities that your students will enjoy and not even realize they are working and learning! There are

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

1.MD.A.1, 1.MD.B.3, 1.NBT.A.1, 1.NBT.B.2, 1.NBT.B.2a, 1.NBT.B.2b, 1.NBT.B.2c, 1.NBT.C.4, 1.NBT.C.5, 1.NBT.C.6, 1.OA.A.1...

$8.00

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Laura Numeroff Guided Reading Cause and Effect Activities Book Companions

By First Grade Roars

This is a bundle of 7 different Laura Numeroff stories is part of my guided reading with a purpose series. The stories included are If you Give a Mouse a Brownie, If you Give a Dog a Donut, If you Give a Moose a Muffin, If you Give a Pig a Party, If

Subjects:

Math, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Thematic Unit Plans, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, W.1.1, W.1.2, W.1.3

$38.50

$25.00

191

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Pirate Day End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Aaarggghhh Matey! Who's ready for a little fun? Your students will LOVE pirate day. Start the day off by giving them pirate names with the name tags included. Then, make some pirate headbands and turn them into pirates. Student's can make a map to a

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Games, Centers

CCSS:

1.MD.B.3, RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, W.1.1, W.1.2, W.1.3

$8.00

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Creepy Carrots Book Companion Activities Reading Comprehension Writing & Craft

By First Grade Roars

I absolutely love the story Creepy Carrots. It is fun story of trickery and a perfect read for Halloween or even Easter. This little packet is filled with comprehension strategies, writing activities, word work activities, math games and two fun

Subjects:

Writing, Reading Strategies, Halloween

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.4, RL.1.7, W.1.2, W.1.3

$6.00

154

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie Activities Book Companion Reading Comprehension

By First Grade Roars

This packet is the perfect companion to Laura Numeroff's story, If you Give a Mouse a Cookie. This book companion is filled with comprehension reading strategies, math games, word work and writing ideas. A fun mouse and cookie craft is also

Subjects:

Graphing, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, W.1.1, W.1.2, W.1.3

$5.50

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Outer Space Day End of the Year Theme Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Enjoy the last week of school with this fun end of the year Outer Space theme day. Students will love this educational day as they explore space, nonfiction text features, writing, math, word work and more. This 300+ page unit is jam packed with

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Games, Centers

CCSS:

1.MD.B.3, 1.MD.C.4, 1.NBT.A.1, 1.NBT.B.2, 1.NBT.B.2a, 1.NBT.B.2b, 1.NBT.B.2c, 1.NBT.C.4, 1.NBT.C.5, 1.NBT.C.6, 1.OA.A.1...

$8.00

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A Crankenstein Valentine Activities Book Companion Reading Comprehension Writing

By First Grade Roars

I absolutely adore the story Crankenstein Valentine written by Samantha Berger. It is funny, cute and has a happy ending. This little packet is filled with comprehension strategies, writing activities, word work activities, math games and

Subjects:

Writing, Reading Strategies, Valentine's Day

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.4, RL.1.7, W.1.2, W.1.3

$6.00

161

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Back to School Activities First Day Beginning of the Year Book Companions

By First Grade Roars

This resource is packed full of activities for the first few weeks of school. This back to school collection features printables, activities, crafts, sorts, and games to go along with If you Take a Mouse to School, Wemberly Worried, Chrysanthemum,

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Writing, Back to School

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Guided Reading Books

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7

$32.00

$22.00

152

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Tacky the Penguin Book Companion Reading Comprehension Craft & Writing

By First Grade Roars

Tacky the Penguin by Helen Lester is sure to have your students laughing. In this unit students will work on different reading strategies that connect with the story. This activity pack is filled with comprehension strategies to focus on the Common

Subjects:

Writing, Reading Strategies, Winter

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Printables, Games

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.5, RL.1.6, RL.1.7, RL.1.9

$5.50

Digital Download PDF (19.99 MB)

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Baseball Day End of the Year Theme Day Activities Countdown to Summer

By First Grade Roars

Enjoy the last week of school with this fun end of the year theme day. During baseball day students will learn all about the sport baseball. They will also learn about the similarities and differences between baseball and softball with a compare

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, End of Year

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RI.1.1, RI.1.2, RI.1.3, RI.1.4, RI.1.5, RI.1.6, RI.1.7, RI.1.9, W.1.1, W.1.2

$8.00

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The Three Little Pigs Book Companion Activities Reading Comprehension

By First Grade Roars

This fun unit provides reading comprehension activities and writing activities to go along with many different versions of The Three Little Pigs. It is the perfect unit to compare text to text stories around the Three Pig's theme. The stories

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Thematic Unit Plans, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, RL.1.9, RI.1.1, RI.1.2, W.1.1, W.1.2, W.1.3

$10.00

256

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have been teaching in Elementary School for 23 years. I was a fourth grade teacher for my first 3 years. Then I switched to first grade. I will probably retire in first grade.

MY TEACHING STYLE

In first grade I have students of all levels. I try to meet the needs of all of my students by doing a variety of things in the classroom. I teach guided reading in a large group and a small group setting. I incorporate the Daily 5 into my classroom as well. I try to integrate all of my subject areas on a daily basis.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

I won "Teacher of the Year." I won Teacher of the Year three times.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I attended Bowling Green State University for Undergraduate school and The University of Toledo for Graduate school.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I am the mother of triplets. I have two girls and a boy. I also have three step-children who I absolutely adore. Together my husband and I have a little girl who was born with Down Syndrome. She has changed all of our lives in the most amazing way. She is the center of our entire family, a little piece of all of us! Life is busy but I wouldn't have it any other way!

GRADES

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Applied Math, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Other (Math), Science, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Elections - Voting, Native Americans, U.S. History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Other (Art), Music, Special Education, Drama, Health, Other (Specialty), Geography, Other (ELA), Life Skills, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Business, Character Education, Word Problems, Instructional Technology, General Science, Library Skills, Cooking, Short Stories, Writing, Child Care, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Mental Math, Halloween, Winter, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Place Value, Products For TpT Sellers, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Occupational Therapy, Early Intervention, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning