tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35446731070567540382024-02-02T11:20:23.929-06:00Fifth Grade FrenziesWelcome to the crazy life of a fifth grade teacher! ENJOY!Mrs. Warcuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064118485656002011noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3544673107056754038.post-80053363639919344062012-07-24T20:40:00.000-05:002012-07-26T20:00:07.723-05:00Pencil OrganizationI have decided to update my pencil (can) holder. Last year they were in tin cans covered and labeled. I liked them but they weren't completely functional. I say that because the kiddos had to reach into the can and then decide if that pencil tip would work for them. Sounds weird, but I know you have the one or two kiddos who HAVE to have the SHARPEST pencil in the batch. One little darling in particular would pull out a handful, search and search, and then place the ones that didn't make the cut back. And on <em>some</em> occasions the tips would break and the rest of the class would pull back an already broken pencil. (I have a strict lead down rule so there are no accident impalements!)<br />
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So I searched on my second favorite teacher website, <a href="http://proteacher.net/">Proteacher.net</a>. (second to Pinterest of course!) I typed in "pencil can labels" and found the cutest label! I immediately knew what I would do! The label was shared for FREE from the fabulous <a href="http://peacelovelearning.blogspot.com/2011/08/getting-crafty.html" target="_blank">Peace, Love and Learning</a> blog. Go check her out! <br />
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I bought these<a href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Rectangular-Mini-Bin-Storage-Trays-White-2pk/16224496" target="_blank"> two white bins</a> from Wal-Mart. <br />
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I used my handy dandy <a href="http://fifthgradefrenzies.blogspot.com/2012/07/personal-laminator.html" target="_blank">laminator</a> and some scrapbook paper to decorate. <br />
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I hope these work better for them since they will see the pencil before they pick it up!<br />
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What do you use in your classroom for pencils? I'd love to hear your pencil procedure!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3544673107056754038.post-4047411547997197062012-07-24T19:51:00.001-05:002012-07-24T19:51:21.633-05:00Personal LaminatorWell I broke down this week and bought a <a href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Scotch-Thermal-Laminator-2-Roller/17208765" target="_blank">Scotch Thermal Laminator</a>. I have been seeing these for a couple years now. Yes, my school has a laminator but they can be pretty stingy about refilling the roll. As a new teacher I feel like I'm always finding things I wish I had laminated. Now I don't have to feel guilty any longer and I can laminate away!<br />
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I picked it up at Wal-Mart for $27 and some change. The refill sheets were a bit pricey for 50 sheets @ $14.99. I have read on various teacher blogs before I bought this and plan on purchasing refills from Amazon from now on. I read on a blog that she bought 100 sheets for $15. That's double for the same price! (See, this is why I love teaching math!)<br />
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I immediately went home and started playing! Here are a few pics of somethings I laminated. <br />
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I like the sheets because I can squeeze all the little pieces in that I need. <br />
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Now I will show you that the to pencil labels I laminated were pretty close together and didn't laminate the best. <br />
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I know the picture isn't the best quality, but I just ran the sheet through the laminator again to give it an extra "squeeze" and it seemed to do the trick. But if this doesn't bother you - I highly recommend this product. *Go to my next post to see the finished product for my pencil bins and labels!<br />
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I have created this little beauty to sit next to my desk and keep papers off my desk! (Sometimes known as the <em>black hole</em>.) There are two file drawers because I partner teach with Ms. Rodgers so I needed to keep her kiddo's stuff better organized.<br />
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I took this idea from<a href="http://pinterest.com/" target="_blank"> Pinterest</a> of course... Here is the picture I was inspired by... Go check out her post at <a href="http://www.hillarykiser.blogspot.com/2012_06_01_archive.html">http://www.hillarykiser.blogspot.com/2012_06_01_archive.html</a><br />
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My <a href="http://fifthgradefrenzies.blogspot.com/2012/07/new-shelf-modpodge.html" target="_blank">modpodge shelf project</a> went so well I decided to dress up a 3 Drawer shelf I picked up at Wal-Mart the other day. I thought I would be happy with spray painting it - but my CDO (.....OCD in alphabetical order!!) couldn't live with the small amount of chipping that took place. <br />
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So enter modpodge!!! And after the first strip or two of this patterned paper I KNEW I had to cover it entirely. <br />
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Well..... if you haven't guessed already.... that wasn't quite enough. :) More pinterest inspiration and I had to add cute labels to the drawers.<br />
So I used my<a href="http://fifthgradefrenzies.blogspot.com/2012/07/how-to-print-on-patterend-paper.html" target="_blank"> priniting on patterned paper technique</a> I showed you in my previous post. <br />
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I printed a template using Microsoft word and textboxes... BTW I got my super cute font FREE from <a href="http://kevinandamanda.com/">kevinandamanda.com</a> - it is called Smiley Monster. LOVE IT!<br />
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Cut the patterned paper I wanted to size and made sure it fit....<br />
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Re-printed without the textbox outlines and was done! <br />
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I wanted to show you an easy way to print on patterned paper when you only want to print on a small piece... This can be done on a shape, tab dividers, labels for a shower or party, or on birthday cards! (Click here for my post about the birthday cards I made for my class!) <br />
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First I laid out the size boxes I needed in Microsoft word and set them with one of my favorite free fonts - Howser. Once I was happy with the font/size/spacing I printed the page with the<u><strong> text boxes outline included</strong></u>. This will be the template for the patterned paper. <br />
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Next I cut down my patterned paper to fit the box that was printed on my sheet. <br />
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Next I taped the patterned paper down. But before I did that I put the tape on my forearm (or cheek!) to keep it from being TOO sticky on the patterned paper. No one wants to tear their pretty paper!! (Consider it a mini-facial while crafting!!) :)<br />
I don't know if the picture shows - but I barely put the tape on my patterned paper. (You can always hold your paper and template up to a light source to double check that your tape won't get any ink on it when you print again.)<br />
<br />Once all the patterned paper I needed was taped down I ran it back through the printer <u><strong><span style="font-size: large;">AFTER</span></strong></u> I turned <strong><u>OFF</u></strong> the outline of the textboxes. This way it only prints the words I wanted and I know it will print it exactly where I want it. (Sorry if the bigger font was too dramatic... but it's a biggee!) <br />
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Lastly I CAREFULLY pulled off the patterned paper. And wah-lah! You have personalized patterned paper! <br />
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Once you get the hang of this you can use it on practically every label in your classroom! I know it "wastes" ink by making the template... but incase you don't know...<strong> remanufactured ink</strong> is <em>dirt cheap </em>on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. I have been using it for awhile now. It is definetly something worth looking into!<br />
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I bought my toolbox from my local Lowes for $16 and some change! You can't be that! <br />
It is actually called the "<a href="http://www.lowes.com/pd_354713-941-DSB-22-3_0__?productId=3381356&Ntt=stack-on&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl__0__s%3FNtt%3Dstack-on&facetInfo=" target="_blank">Stack-On 22 Drawer Storage Cabinet</a>". I was surprised how "small" it was. In pictures it always looks bigger. But this little gem is actually the perfect size. It is <em>roughly</em> 9.6" long, 19.3" wide, and the drawers are 6.3" deep. <br />
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I got it home and started making <strong>labels</strong> for it right away! I used Mrs. Rojas dementions to make my own Word document to print my labels. Just visit my TpT store to get an editable version or click <a href="http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Teachers-Toolbox" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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In case you are wondering the font I used for my labels was FREE from <a href="http://kevinandamanda.com/">kevinandamanda.com</a> called <a href="http://www.kevinandamanda.com/fonts/freescrapbookfonts/?s=howser" target="_blank">Howser</a>. <br />
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I will post an easy "How to" with my next post to show you an easy way to print on patterned paper. It saved me a lot of paper! <br />
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Here is my tool box after I loaded my patterned paper in it:<br />
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Thanks to my ever-so-patient hubby ... Here is the final product! I can't wait to put it in my classroom. I will post pictures once my room is complete! <br />
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Be sure to check out my next post to see how to print easily on patterned paper! Thanks for stopping in!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3544673107056754038.post-18086715907688776912012-07-24T14:48:00.000-05:002012-07-24T14:48:31.063-05:00New Shelf + ModpodgeI know I needed a small shelf for my classroom to fit under my window.... So I went to Wal-Mart and purchased this little guy.<br />
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To make my 3-ring binders fit I had to have the hubby drill extra holes. I know there is a super small slot in between the two shelves but I think they'll be handy with some of my taller teacher manuals that may not fit on the shelves. I'll just slide them in horizontally! <br />
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Well I've been at home pinterest-ing and experiencing borderline boredom... So insert scrapbook paper and <br />
Modpodge... <br />
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Here's the two shelves before I placed them in. <br />
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I think I have a little bit too much time on my hands this summer..... Someone get me back in my classroom!!! :)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3544673107056754038.post-65126148104904793062012-07-09T22:42:00.001-05:002012-07-09T22:42:53.031-05:00State Standards & Address LabelsHave you ever been on Pinterest and had that A-HA! moment? Well my A-HA! moment was when I saw this genius idea to put my State Standards on address labels!! <br />
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The original poster uses this with her students but I think I will just keep it for me. I love this idea because as soon as I print off my lesson plan I can slap the corresponding standard to it and be in my merry way! I'm sure if I continue a standard from the day before I will just note that. <br />
I think this is great because I can visually see the skills I've taught and still need to hit. It could also be a great pacing tool for some of you out there that may not have district pacing guides. <br />
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This is the last year my district will be following our own state standards - next year we will be completely implementing Common Core. I still see myself using this system even with Common Core next year. <br />
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When does your school plan on solely using Common Core?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3544673107056754038.post-19042827661268397282012-07-03T22:14:00.000-05:002012-07-05T19:08:38.353-05:00Blog Design love!I've always wondered how everyone gets these BEAUTIFUL backgrounds and such on their blogs... So I have spent most of the evening searching and editing while the hubby watches golf.... so I have to share where I found some blog background ideas/tips from! <br />
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<a href="http://www.blogdesignsbydani.com/">http://www.blogdesignsbydani.com/</a><br />
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Wow! Her website has been SOOOOO helpful! If you are new to blogging like me, check her sight out! <br />
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Also! I'd like to share with you where I learned about blog dividers! :) I am loving this too!! <br />
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<a href="http://shabbyblogsblog.blogspot.com/2009/06/tutorial-how-to-add-post-dividers-to.html">http://shabbyblogsblog.blogspot.com/2009/06/tutorial-how-to-add-post-dividers-to.html</a><br />
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I am super thankful for all the wonderful bloggers out there who share their knowledge with us! I hope I can return the favor some day!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3544673107056754038.post-67910577688282743352012-06-30T18:11:00.000-05:002012-07-05T19:09:05.472-05:00New blog!Hello to all my fellow educators! I am so excited to be starting this blog. I have just finished my first year of teaching and was so inspired by all of the truly talented teachers. I found myself on Pinterest clicking on link after link of awesome teacher blogs so I thought I would try one for myself. I hope this blog will be a place where I can share new ideas I have seen and gather new ones as well. <br />
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Thank you for joining me on this journey! <br />
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Be well and teach well!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0