Thanks to everyone who left a comment or sent a note about yesterday's post. My dad is doing great and he's even got enough spunk to subject the cute young nurses to his horrible jokes! Thanks also for the amazing ideas for my name wall. I've gone from having no inspiring ideas to having way too many! I'm heading into school tomorrow for the first time this summer, so I'm going to visualize my options and ponder when I get there. I think I'm leaning towards jeeps or sailboats but I'll keep you posted. I'm really psyched to go into school tomorrow. Each year, a few weeks before school starts, we host a little summer program for the incoming kindergartners. It's called S.A.I.L. (Summer Adventures in Literacy) and it's an hour a day for three mornings in a row. We do read-alouds and crafts and it's a great way to meet the kids and let them get a little acclimated to their new "big kid" school and make some new friends. It sure makes the first day of school a little less scary for the kids (and the moms). I have my class list handy so I can scope out who I'll be spending the next 10 months with. I can't wait! I have a whole bunch of stuff to bring with me to laminate since the work room should be pretty deserted. One thing that's ready to go is a new set of mini-posters illustrating the age-old "Give Me Five" behavior management trick. When making visual reminders like this, I think that for them to be effective, it's important to have graphics that really show he kids what the expectations are. I couldn't find any clipart that matched the "Give Me Five" actions, so I tried my hand at making my own. They're not that fancy, but I think they'll get the job done. Whatta ya think? Leave a comment and let me know! You can grab a set if you think you can use them in your classroom this year. Enjoy! Grab your freebie here.
Thanks to everyone who left a comment or sent a note about yesterday's post. My dad is doing great and he's even got enough spunk to su...
I've been chatting recently with some teachers who either teach in a bilingual classroom or work with ELL students. They've mentioned how hard it is to find materials, and how often they stumble upon something cute and useful only to think, "I wish that were in Spanish!" With all the great things floating around on Teacher Blogs, I can only imagine how frustrating that must be! So, to help out my bilingual bloggy buddies a little, I've updated some of my post popular Back to School freebies to include Spanish versions along with the originals. If you could use them or know someone who could, grab a copy and enjoy. Many thanks to Daysi and Stephanie for their help with the translations! Grab the Give Me Five Posters Here Backpack Tags Pencil Pail Labels First and Last Day Kindergarten Portraits Have a Great Night!
Christmas is a special time of the year, when people come together with family and friends to create memorable moments. Glittering decorations light up everywhere, and the scent of pine fills the air as the Christmas tree stands proudly in the center of homes, adorned with warm presents underneath. More than just a season for gift-giving, Christmas is a time for sharing love and gratitude with loved ones and cherishing the moments created throughout the year. Christmas is a time for building memories and spreading goodwill, reflecting the spirit of peace and love to all people around the world. Message: Celebrate with style this season, with our personalized T-shirt featuring a custom quote and photo. Perfect for family birthdays and presents, order now and enjoy a 10% discount! Take a risk and stand out from the crowd, 'tis the season to be jolly! Meaning: Family is the heart of everything, and our Personalized T-shirt celebrates the love that binds you together. Customize it with heartwarming family photos, turning it into a visual tribute to your bond. It's the ideal attire for family reunions, and gatherings, or as a heartfelt gift that embodies the essence of family. Features: T-Shirt Made with 100% ringspun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)) All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort Fabric blends: Heather colors 35% ring-spun cotton, 65% polyester; Sport Grey - 90% cotton, 10% polyester Sweater 80% ringspun cotton, 20% polyester Medium-heavy fabric (9.5 oz /yd² (322.1 g/m²)) Relaxed fit -Sewn-in twill label OEKO-TEX-certified low-impact dyes Hoodie Classic fit Runs true to size Medium-heavy fabric (8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²)) Tear-away label Materials: 50% cotton, 50% polyester (fiber content may vary for different colors)
Prayers for Haley and her family during this difficult and trying time.
Raising kids is hard work. You rarely have time for practically anything, especially socializing. So when parents do get those rare two minutes of peace and quiet, it's no wonder they want to tell everyone about the ups and downs they've experienced with their little pumpkins. And girl, can they articulate!
Can you embrace life without controlling it? Can you reach your goals without forcing them? The life lessons from Lao Tzu will inspire you in life!
I love classroom cheers and these are wonderful. You have to check out Sugar Blossoms' blog. She provides short videos of each cheer and a printable of all the cheers. I am going to make the printable a poster and hang it up in my classroom. Click on the picture to go to her blog.
Easy idea for building self confidence and celebrating individuality in children. I love using this as a back to school activity for community building.
2016 Sharing Time Outline Theme: "I Know the Scriptures Are True" November 2016 Sharing Time Topic: Reverence Is Love and Respect for God November 2016 Scripture: “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind” (Matthew 22:37). November 2016 Song: Your Choice November Week 1 Topic: Reverence is love and respect for God. Preparation: Prayerfully study and think about what the specific needs of your primary are and how you can teach them this doctrine. The BEST thing is to always teach by the Spirit. Sharing Time Instruction: Before Sharing Time print out the Reverence cards and place each letter randomly on the board. To begin sharing time, explain that we need to unscramble the letters to form a word that means, Respect and Love of God. Invite some primary children to come up and help you unscramble the letters to form the word. When the word "Reverence" is formed, show the primary children the week's theme poster and invite the primary children to repeat, "Reverence is Love and Respect of God". Invite the primary children to sing the song, "Reverence is Love". Invite the primary children to listen carefully to what the song says about reverence. Ask the primary children to explain to you what reverence is. Explain that reverence is how we show our love and respect for our Heavenly Father and Jesus. Explain that in the next activity we are going to share examples of who we show that respect and love. Show the primary children the dice, explain that on the dice it gives different situations, where we could show reverence to Heavenly Father and Jesus. Invite a primary child to come up and toss the dice onto the floor. Whatever it lands on, they need to act out how they would show reverence in that situation. For younger children invite, an older child to come up and help them act it out. Discuss each situation as a group. (Situations: At Home, At Church, During the Sacrament, With Friends, During Prayer, At the temple) Close by sharing your testimony on how reverence for God allows the Spirit to be with us to teach us and help us feel closer to Heavenly Father. Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope that these ideas were helpful. Below are the other topics for the months as well as more ideas and resources. I'd love for you to check out my Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest pages and see if there's anything on there you like! What else have the primary children learned this month? Here are links to this month's past sharing times: ULTIMATE LIST OF SHARING TIME IDEAS Want more ideas: Reverence Sharing Time March 2014 Week 4: I can show respect for the Savior by being reverent. Click this link for past Sharing Time post: LDS Primary Sharing Time Ideas ***Basic ideas for this sharing time came from the 2016 Outline for Shari
Life is constantly changing. Sometimes that's a great thing and sometimes those changes come with some serious challenges. Regardless of what life throws at us, the Bible is packed full of verses for peace, comfort and strength and how we can claim them in every season. As you regulars may know Mik
You know what is one of the most important lessons that I’ve learned over the last few of years? That it’s those small, seemingly insignificant changes that we make in our “everyd…
Are you in need of comfort? Use these seven Scriptures to give your comfort during tough times. The Bible is filled with Scriptures that give us comfort!
Whether you are called to missions where you are pursuing the nations for the sake of the gospel or a counselor or pastor/pastor’s spouse loving on hurting people or just a tired caregiver or overworked mama, burnouts can happen. Luckily there is hope in those seasons in God's word. There are verses
The procedures are taught, the students know your expectations, but you still find yourself repeating directions over and over again. Use Mystery Students!
These TED talks on spirituality, religion, and God will inspire you! If you're looking for a little light and love then check out these talks.
Find your moment of zen with the "Divine Silence Tee: 'Please Do Not Disturb'" from Jarastyle's Serenity Collection. This T-shirt is for those who cherish their peace and quiet, with a light-hearted, humorous twist that suggests even the heavens appreciate moments of uninterrupted tranquility. Perfect for meditation en
Are you ready to deepen your prayer life like never before? These 10 war room Scriptures to pray over yourself will equip you for doing spiritual warfare.
8 Statements straight from Scripture that every Christian should recite daily. These truths will fill our souls with peace, joy, and faith.
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Help your loved ones through a difficult time by keeping all your important information and final wishes together in one easy-to-use planner.
This week's free printable coloring page is based on Isaiah 55:12, which reads, "You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace...."
Time to outfit your tiny Texan in the cuddly-cozy light-fabric Infant Abilene Texas Varsity Bodysuit in White. Representing the friendly spirit of Abilene, this 100% ring-spun cotton bodysuit is the perfect way to show love for your local roots, just like a visit to the fascinating Frontier Texas! Museum or a peaceful
Christmas is a special time of the year, when people come together with family and friends to create memorable moments. Glittering decorations light up everywhere, and the scent of pine fills the air as the Christmas tree stands proudly in the center of homes, adorned with warm presents underneath. More than just a season for gift-giving, Christmas is a time for sharing love and gratitude with loved ones and cherishing the moments created throughout the year. Christmas is a time for building memories and spreading goodwill, reflecting the spirit of peace and love to all people around the world. Message: Celebrate with style this season, with our personalized T-shirt featuring a custom quote and photo. Perfect for family birthdays and presents, order now and enjoy a 10% discount! Take a risk and stand out from the crowd, 'tis the season to be jolly! Meaning: Family is the heart of everything, and our Personalized T-shirt celebrates the love that binds you together. Customize it with heartwarming family photos, turning it into a visual tribute to your bond. It's the ideal attire for family reunions, and gatherings, or as a heartfelt gift that embodies the essence of family. Features: T-Shirt Made with 100% ringspun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)) All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort Fabric blends: Heather colors 35% ring-spun cotton, 65% polyester; Sport Grey - 90% cotton, 10% polyester Sweater 80% ringspun cotton, 20% polyester Medium-heavy fabric (9.5 oz /yd² (322.1 g/m²)) Relaxed fit -Sewn-in twill label OEKO-TEX-certified low-impact dyes Hoodie Classic fit Runs true to size Medium-heavy fabric (8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²)) Tear-away label Materials: 50% cotton, 50% polyester (fiber content may vary for different colors)
Looking for meaningful and fun Fall counseling activities? Your students will love these fall themed activities in classroom guidance or small groups!
Discover solace and strength with these powerful Bible verses for coping with the loss of a loved one. Find comfort in your time of grief.
What is the Fruit of the Spirit and why should you teach it to preschoolers? This Fruit of the Spirit Object Lesson is a hands-on activity that reviews the characteristics of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Fruit of the Spirit Activities for preschoolers is a great way to teach important Bible truths that help teach social-emotional skills in children! 10 accompanying Bible verse posters also help you teach so kids visually remember and understand what they each mean. This lesson comes with a narrative and actions to make teaching easy. Children will get an overview of each Fruit of the Spirit as they build a fruit salad together. Options for objects to build the salad are included. These Bible activities for preschoolers help children learn developmental literacy skills like: storytelling sequence motivation to read language vocabulary comprehension More object lessons are coming soon for each Fruit of the Spirit! This product includes color and black-and-white printables for both. If you like this product, check out these activities: Fruit of the Spirit Preschool Bible Activities Jesus Loves Me - Lesson and Craft Love Letters From God - Preschool Positive Affirmations Praying Hands Book - Preschool Prayers Craft Thank you for downloading the Fruit of the Spirit Object Lesson! I hope it creates a meaningful learning opportunity for your class as you learn how to treat others! If you enjoy this product, please hit the STAR and FOLLOW ME or LEAVE A REVIEW! Leaving a review helps you earn credit on your future purchases on TPT! You can find me on: Preschool SOS Instagram Preschool SOS Facebook Preschool SOS Blog Join my free Facebook group for Christian Preschool Teachers. You get free printables, support, and ideas! Here's the link to join! Christian Preschool Teacher Collective
Discover uplifting Bible verses about trust in difficult times. Find comfort and encouragement with these inspiring quotes.
Welcome to my resource page of topical Bible verses! Here you will find a wide selection of Bible verses on different topics. I will constantly update this page so make sure to bookmark and visit
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Family is one of the most important aspects of Christmas, as it is a time to celebrate the love, joy, and peace that we share with our loved ones. During Christmas, we can show our appreciation and gratitude for our family, by spending quality time with them, exchanging thoughtful gifts, sending warm wishes, or simply saying thank you. We can also create lasting memories and traditions with them, by enjoying the festive atmosphere, decorating the tree, singing carols, or watching movies. We can also pray for them and ask God to bless them and protect them Message: Take on any challenge with confidence in our custom This Is Fine We Are Fine T-shirt. Show your daring style with trendy plus size clothing and impress your family with top gift ideas. Perfect for casual wear, this personalized T-shirt embodies your fearless spirit. Meaning: Transform your attire into a wearable timeline of your life's most precious moments with our Personalized T-shirt. Crafted with attention to detail, this T-shirt can be customized with photos that tell your unique story. It's ideal for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or other significant life events. Features: T-Shirt Made with 100% ringspun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)) All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort Fabric blends: Heather colors 35% ring-spun cotton, 65% polyester; Sport Grey - 90% cotton, 10% polyester Sweater 80% ringspun cotton, 20% polyester Medium-heavy fabric (9.5 oz /yd² (322.1 g/m²)) Relaxed fit -Sewn-in twill label OEKO-TEX-certified low-impact dyes Hoodie Classic fit Runs true to size Medium-heavy fabric (8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²)) Tear-away label Materials: 50% cotton, 50% polyester (fiber content may vary for different colors)
