Math Strategies Just stopping in quick, this is a busy week!  I am spending a some time to develop some addition and subtraction strategy l...

Apples This past weekend, my family and I took a little visit to our local apple orchard.  I have been in "Apple mode" ever since...

Math Word Probems Math Word Problems in first grade can be such a difficult concept to teach!  But, this year I am so happy with the ...

This week our quest continues to bond our first graders into a first grade family.  For as much as they chat, you would think it would b...

There are so many emotions that run through me in August.  There is a hint of sadness.  I love being able to spend my summers playing in the...

Friends. I have a very exciting announcement to make!  I have decided to team up with some of my very best first grade buddies to...

I can't believe that July is almost over!  The backpacks have been bought, the school supply list has a huge dent, and we have been prac...