Oh...my...word... I have been SO busy I have not visited blogland for days!!! Please tell me everyone else has been swamped and I didn't...

My teammate Robi shared this great compare and contrast lesson to introduce thinking maps and encourage partner work. First, I modeled usi...

One week down and things are starting to come together.  I started a behavior plan for my most challenging student and he is showing improve...

 3 days down and I am exhausted! Many of my students came from a class that was not a good experience (think teacher breakdown, many subs, s...

It's my birthday!   I worked hard to get all ready for our first day back TOMORROW (YIKES) so I didn't have to go to school today. M...