Open House Goodies

It's 12:00am and I can't sleep, so I thought I'd hop on my blog for just a bit.  My back hurts so bad right now I can barely walk, it probably wasn't such a good idea to try the highest incline on my treadmill for the full time.  I was so proud of myself, and now I'm feeling like a dummy, because I'm in total agony!

Aside from hurting myself on the treadmill, I have been working like crazy trying to finish up a few projects.  I'm really excited about this little Open House set of goodies.  It should help eliminate some of my pre-Open House stress.  I'm always scrambling at the last minute, but that WON'T be the case this year. 

Here's a peek at what's inside:

The flowers make an adorable display for Open House.  Before putting the flowers together, I love to read aloud the book, Planting A Rainbow by Louis Ehlert.  This is an activity I've done for many years, I'm glad to finally put it together digitally. 

This resource also contains a welcome sign that students can color and place on their desks for their parents.

Inside this resource you will also find student information cards.  I love to put them on a ring, so I have them with me on the go.  You just never know when you're going to need them.  There are also little tags that go along with a snack size Mounds bar.  They should make a sweet treat for your students or their parents during Open House.

And don't forget the All About Me page.  Open House just isn't complete without an All About Me activity!

If you are interested in any of these activities, you can check them out by clicking HERE.

As always, the first 3 people to leave a comment will get these goodies for free. PLEASE don't forget to leave your e-mail.  Thanks bunches and I'm off to bed. 
 

Desk Name Tags

I thought I was finished with my summer projects for school when I realized that I hadn't bought any desk name tags.  I figured this late in the game, the pickings at the local school supply store are probably pretty thin.  So, this meant a new project for me!  If you're like me and you forgot name tags, then download some for free below.

It's a FREEBIE- Click below

Transportation Cards

It's Monday Made It time again, and almost time to head back to work!!!  So, with the 1st Day of school slowly starting to creep into my mind, I knew it was time for a new way of keeping track of how students get home after school.  I have a transportation chart that I have used for many years.  It just had all my students' names and then I mark the mode of transportation.  I keep it attached to a clipboard, but I wanted to have something more mobile that I can easily grab and take with me to my after school duty spot.  I also wanted something I could easily leave for a sub.  This is what I finally decided on:

There are 10 cards- walk, bike, car, bus, bike, daycare, Latchkey, Safe-Key, front door, and side door.  Our school's after school program is called Latckey, but there is a Safe-Key card included also.  I left blank lines, so I could just add my students' names with a permanent marker.  I'll also use the back to make any notes I need to make for any special circumstances.  The permanent marker will be easy to change if they move or their mode of transportation changes during the year.  You can check out this resource in my Teachers Pay Teachers store.  Click here to head to my store.

Now, I'm heading over to 4th Grade Frolics to check out all the great ideas!

Kiss First Day Jitters Good-Bye! Linky

I'm joining up with Abby from Mrs. Saunders' Lovelies for her Kiss First Day Jitters Good-Bye Linky  What a relevant topic right about now?  Well almost that time...I'm not exactly ready to start thinking First Day just yet! But, I do have a check-list I use.  It includes most of my first day procedures.  I really only included procedural type stuff and fun first day activities on this check list.  I left off the core subject specifics, because that changes from year to year.  Not quite in that mode of thought yet.

Click on the image below for a copy.

Frame Me Photo

I'm linking up with Tara from 4th Grade Frolics for Monday Made-It.  I can't believe it's already another Monday.  Where is my summer going?!?

I've been meaning to make the First Day of School picture frame since I first saw it on Pinterest several months ago.  I loved the idea, but just couldn't find the right picture frame.  And all the ones I found were either super expensive or really bulky.  I finally found an unfinished frame at Michaels for $7 and my search was over.  I knew I didn't want it to be too large or heavy, so this was the perfect solution.  A little paint, some adorable clipart lettering from Hilary at Rockin' Teacher Materials , a heart, and I was done!  You really must check out the lettering-it is SUPER cute! I had to have Greysen help with the pic.  He loves second grade like his mama :)

I decided to change up the wording just a tad.  I put I heart second grade, instead of first day of second grade.  I'm thinking of possibly using the same frame again at the end of the year.  
Here is the original picture from Pinterest: (it wasn't linked to a web page)

Head on over to link up:)

Job Cards

I'm linking up with Tara from 4th Grade Frolics for her Monday Made-It.  If you haven't checked out her blog all the great links, head on over!

I've needed a job chart for ages!  Every year, I assign jobs and can NEVER remember who has what job.  I have literally no wall space any longer, so I knew a large pocket chart just would not do.  I have a Star of the Day that does most of my daily jobs like passing out papers, line leader, etc.  But, I do like to assign everyone a job that they're responsible for the entire year.

Last year, I was talking to a teacher from another campus and she mentioned that she calls her helpers "professionals".  I loved it, and knew I wanted to start that this year.  I decided to make cards with spaces for me to write my students' names.  That way if I have to reassign a job, I can adjust it easily.  I'm crazy about colors, so they'll match that theme and it won't take up very much space at all! Yay!

You can find the job cards at my teacher store. There are a total of 21 jobs and 6 blank cards to create your own.  Click the image below to head to my teacher store.

The jobs included are:
Computers, Messenger, Recess, Assistant, Sink Area, Pencils, Lunch Leader, Library, Band-Aids, Sweeper, Lights, Breakfast, Directions, Mail Carrier, Supplies, Desk Monitor, Fire Drill, Spills, Chair Checker, Duster, Line Leader