Colorful organization solutions for setting up and maintaining your classroom library that allow students to easily access the books they want to read.

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This year I have been part of our Math PD team and it has really made in impact in my classroom. While my students are still working on many basic skills, I’ve been able to get some great insight into where we should be going and let me tell you, they’re flying! Check out these ... Read More about 4 Tips for Building Math Fluency

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Check out this virtual classroom tour of a 1st grade learning space. From focus walls to small-group space to organization, see tons of pictures!

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Step by step guide to setting up a classroom for a first year teacher. Practical tips on organizing and time management to create a warm & welcoming class.

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Are you filling up your Amazon cart for next school year? Much like you, I do the same thing each summer. However, instead of buying new items, I’m pretty much sticking to the same shopping list at the beginning of each new year. I’ve found my favorite “must haves” from Amazon for my first grade […]

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I wanted to stop by today and share some a few of my “go-to” activities during the first week of school to build our classroom community and set expectations for […]

Help your students master measuring length and nonstandard measurement with these fun and engaging math task cards. Your students will love counting units when measuring the length of an object. Use these math task cards as a math center activity or play a class game of Measurement Scoot with these fun cards. This combination of 30 measuring length using nonstandard measurement task cards and 30 digital slides will have your students both measuring to find a specific length OR creating a specific length using a nonstandard measurement such as divided boxes. Whether used as a measurement scoot game, task cards in a center, or as a Google Classroom assignment, your students will have fun while reviewing this important math skill!  View the Preview to see what is included in this fun and engaging nonstandard measurement resource. ⭐⭐ Save money by purchasing this product as part of the First Grade Math Review Task Card Bundle with over 16 engaging math games to choose from! ⭐⭐ Measuring Length & Nonstandard Measurement Math Task Cards includes: One PDF with the printable math task cards resource and the LINK to the Digital Google Slides 30 color measurement scoot math task cards 30 black and white measurement Scoot math task cards 30 digital Google Slides math task cards Directions for how to play measurement Scoot A student recording sheet (three options- 12, 24, or 30 responses) An answer key Teaching students measuring length using nonstandard measurement has never been this fun! Students will be engaged with the math task cards, and you will rest easy knowing that you have provided the best measuring length practice without compromising your sanity or academic rigor!  ⭐Here’s what a few customers have said about my scoot games: “This is perfect for individual measurement practice. The students loved moving around the room as they worked with each card.” “Very cute cards and great practice. Thank you :)” “Thank you for a lovely practical set of tasks the children will love.” ❤️Earn TpT Credits: Your feedback is greatly appreciated! Please leave feedback and earn TPT credits for future purchases. Plus you’ll be helping out buyers who are looking at this product. Thanks a bunch! ❤️Perks of being a TpT store “Follower”: I love my followers! *All new resources are deeply discounted for the first 24 hours!* By following Fun Times in First, you will receive a notification when new resources are added! *Already discounted bundles are excluded. *Simply click here to follow.* Thanks in advance for your support! Thank you so much for visiting Fun Times in First! Nancy Brown Copyright © Nancy Brown Fun Times in First. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this product. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item on the internet are all strictly prohibited. Violations are subject to the penalties of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

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Who doesn't love Emojis? This is a classroom management tool to help keep the classroom groups OR individuals on task, working hard and following directions! Group System: When the whole group is working as a team and on task they get to choose an emoji to add to their board! Whoever has the most emojis by the end of the day, week, month, etc wins a prize or bragging rights! :) Individual System: • Generic board for student to keep track of their Emojis. Could be used per day, week, month, semester, etc! • Monthly Emoji Boards for students to keep track of their Emojis per month • Emoji board to fit into the Target Adhesive Pockets (Dollar Spot Find) to keep track of emojis. Only 6 per board - Students can try to earn an emoji per day and a bonus! • Emoji Book to fit into the Target Dollar Spot square booklets! This system is really easy to implement however you want it in the classroom! Students could set goals for how many they want to get or there could be a reward once their board gets filled up! Anything to keep students motivated to show positive behaviors! :) This includes: Group: - Color and Black and White copies of 7 different group posters - "Make your own team name" style poster - 4 pages of 36 emojis to choose from. Individual: - 36 Emojis to fit on individual boards - Monthly Emoji Boards - Generic "My Emoji Board" - Board to fit into Target Adhesive Pockets - Emoji Board Booklet pages that fit in the square booklets from the Target Dollar Spot - (Goal pages included) Print on card stock and laminate or use as is! The Emojis can be stuck on with velcro, tape or whatever you choose. The smaller emojis can be printed on sticker paper and used as stickers! My students are very motivated by the "prize" and getting the most emojis!

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We are in our second week of school and I’m loving my new role as a reading intervention teacher. But I’m also missing having my own classroom and reading my very favorite back to scho…

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Requirements Objective Description Everyone sits in the circle and picks an animal, a motion and a noise for that animal. One person "sends" the action to another person by making their own noise/motion, and then someone else's noise/motion. That person, in turn, makes their noise/motion, and then another person's. For example, in a game with

Introducing practical and versatile Milk Crate Mailbox Tabs! Designed to enhance organization and efficiency in the classroom, these laminated tabs can be the perfect solution for labeling and personalizing your milk crate mailboxes. 1. Simplify Mailbox Organization: With these tabs, you can easily assign a designated space for each student in your milk crate mailboxes. The clear, visible labeling system allows for quick and hassle-free distribution and collection of assignments, notes, and other important materials. 2. Durable and Reusable: Laminated the tabs for durability, ensuring they withstand everyday wear and tear. They can be reused year after year, providing a cost-effective and sustainable solution for classroom organization. No need to replace or recreate labels every year. 3. Personalized and Customizable: Each tab features a number, allowing you to assign a unique identifier to each student. You can easily write their names under the numbers using a sharpie or any permanent marker, ensuring a personalized touch to their mailbox. This customization helps students quickly locate their mailbox, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility. 4. Versatile Usage: While primarily designed for milk crate mailboxes, these tabs have a wide range of applications. You can use them to label cubbies, storage containers, or any other organizational system in your classroom. Their flexibility makes them a valuable asset for maintaining order and streamlining various aspects of classroom management. 5. Efficient and Time-Saving: By utilizing Mailbox Tabs, you eliminate the need for rummaging through papers or struggling to remember which mailbox belongs to each student. This streamlines the distribution and collection process, saving you valuable instructional time that can be redirected towards meaningful teaching and learning. Experience the benefits of an efficient and well-structured classroom environment where students and teachers can thrive. ⚠️ When leaving feedback, please remember this is a free download. Inaccurate reviews prevent others from finding the resources they need. Please read this description carefully. If you are unsatisfied with this freebie, please contact me directly so I can help. Thanks! #mbcreations #mbcreations4education ❤️Follow me to receive updates on new resources. ❤️ Explore more bulletin board kits: Talk Moves & Accountable Discussions Posters Team Jobs Homophones Bulletin Board Cartoons & Activities Math Vocabulary Banners for Multiple Grades Visible Learning Kit Print & Go Classroom Motivation Icons of Depth and Complexity Banner Tape Diagram Math Posters Tricky Multiplication Fact Rhymes 180 Days to Make a Difference