It's Already July? I Think I Might Cry...

Throughout June I don't have a care in the world, but something in my brain switches after July 4th.  I begin to hoard Target Dollar bin junk, stalk teaching blogs, and have nightmares dreams about a wonderful new year of teaching.  I have to say that this summer I am not looking forward to going back.  Maybe its that I have been more of a homebody decorating the house spending my day in my jammers, or the wonderful pool that calls to me and my little fish daily, or the fact that the TRE not passing will bring on a "new" kinda normal.  I DO NOT like "new"!
So, Friday Luke and headed out for the first of many teaching tools explorations!  Here's what we scored yesterday...

Nothing like some tubs, flash cards, index card holders, magnets, and alphabet Bingo

Here is a super awesome math station storage idea I found while blog stalking!

Idea courtesy of:  http://firstgraderatlast.blogspot.com/

Calling all teachers...

What are some cool things you have scored for your class.  Please share:)

End of the School Year!

Still in rewind mode...

The end of the school year is always a hectic time. This year was no different. I was blessed with some great room moms this year and wanted to share the parent gifts I made them to say "Thank You"!

The popcorn boxes are from the Target dollar bin.  I stuffed the boxes with their favorite movie treats, movie gift cards, and a note that said, "Thanks for Poppin' In This Year!" 
I am not crafty, so I needed proof I could actually pull something like this off:)
The next picture is my wonderful team (minus Melba).  Unfortunately, KISD has been hit hard by the budget deficits in the state and the lovely lady in green was a casualty of this atrocity.
Melissa came to our team when our other teammate Paige took maternity leave with her triplets.  Melissa came everyday to shadow Paige, without pay, to learn how to best serve the kids in the classroom. 
Melissa,
You are an amazing teacher.  Your awesome gift has been put on hold under some crazy circumstances.  Keep your head up, even though that may put you into the trees or something. LOL!  Our team will NOT be the same without you.  I will miss you like crazy and I know there are some big things in store for you.  Love ya!