Currently I am....Linky Party

Oh' Boy 4th Grade is hosting aThink, Write, Share linky party on what we are currently doing. Sounds like fun so I'm joining in. Would love to hear what the rest of you are currently doing so join in!!

Letter Puddles

I have found so many amazing crafts to make for this school year on my new LOVE...Pinterest!  Here is my next creation! The ones that I saw on Pinterest had been created using the glittery alphabet stickers from Target but I didn't have any of those. You can see them here Create-Share-Inspire. So, instead I used some of the scrapbook sticker letters I had and scrapbook paper.

Here is your quick materials list and simple how-to directions:

*large, flat glass gems (beads for an aquarium)
*alphabet stickers
* scrapbook paper
*mod-podge

Trace the gem onto the scrapbook paper. Cut on the inside of the circle and then trim to fit the flat side of the gem. Put alphabet sticker on the paper and then put mod-podge onto flat side of gem. Place paper (sticker side down) onto gem and let dry on wax paper.

I made all different types of letters (upper & lowercase) and used different patterns of paper. They turned out really cute! I purchased a craft sorter from Walmart and put the letters into the different holes.

Sorry, the flash made a glare on the beads....

I plan to put the letters onto labels in the bottom of the bins so students can easily return the letters to the right spots.

I plan to put paper and colored pencils with this word work station so the kiddos can write down the words that they build. :)

Okay last post for the day...

I have never had so many things to blog about in one day! But, I just stumbled upon another fab giveaway that I know you will want to check out!  Head on over to Finally in First to check it out! :)  Goodnight~

Blog Stalking

I have been stalking multiple blogs all summer as I prepare to make the transition from 4th grade to 1st grade. One blog in particular that I enjoy stalking is Clutter-Free Classroom. I love all the tips and ideas on setting up your classroom and decluttering everything. That is one of my main goals next week when I get back into my room. Although, I consider myself to be a fairly organized person when it comes to my classroom, I know that there is a lot of stuff I don't need to be hoarding in closets. I plan to store only what I am planning to use and donate or pitch everything else. If you want some awesome tips and to see great photos of classroom ideas you should definitely stop by this blog!



Another Fabulous Giveaway!

I have had my eye on this fabulous word family pack since she first posted it so I had to enter this great giveaway that is going on at First Grade Fever.  Head on over to celebrate 100 followers and enter for yourself!

Banner Giveaway!

I am officially entering my first giveaway. I have terrible luck so I doubt I will win anything, but it's the fun that counts right?  I want all of you to have a chance to win too so head on over to Teacher Bits and Bobs to win a fabulous banner. They are absolutely adorable so sign up now!

Vistaprint Linky Party

Spotlight on Kindergarten is hosting a linky party about what Vistaprint creations we have made so far. I have posted about my Vistaprint obsession earlier this summer and now I am thinking it might be time for a second order! Check out some of my items at my previous post Vistaprint....Can you say addiction?  I love how you can make so many awesome items and just pay the price of shipping!  Here is a pic of one of my favorite items:

I'm going to hang this somewhere outside of my room....I just don't know exactly where yet. :)
So, link up and share your creations!!