Monster Theme Anyone?

I had a burst of creativity when I didn't have t.v. to distract me.  Our dish box gave out and we are waiting for a replacement.  So good things come out of not so good things.  

Today my little boy was successful with potty training so I'm hoping it will continue to be successful.  Sorry if this is T.M.I for some of you.  I would really love to get him out of diapers.  One of the prizes I won in a giveaway was a Gift Certificate to Target and it went to purchasing those lovely diapers.  

Okay back to what I created, sorry for the tangent.  Since, I'll be using My Class Dojo again next year I decided to make some items for my class and they just so happen to also be in my TpT store.  I loved the monster avatars they have so I have been making a lot of monster items.  

Here are a few new items and some freebies.  Please follow me on my TpT store if you take a freebie.  I would so appreciate it.  

Click on any of the previews to go to my TpT store.

Here is the lovely freebie.  

These are Monster Check for Understanding Cards. Just click on the picture to pick it up. There are 2 more options the students can choose from.  You'll see.

Directions:

Print on green, yellow, and red paper. Cut and laminate. Hole punch a corner and place a ring to keep them together. You can have your students let you know how they are doing quietly.

Since, I'm missing my crazy ladies , I mean Housewives of New Jersey and Watch What Happens. I'll be doing a Monday Made It.  Will it be a disaster?  I hope it will be usable.  We will see.

Monster Shapes and a Wonderful Book

I just finished playing with my Shape Monster clip art and created this new item for my little store.  Stop by and check it out.  As a freebie, I have posted my Monster Shape Award.

I'm kind of bummed I didn't make anything for Monday Made It, I felt I was doing so good with keeping up with making some great stuff for my class.  

I  just finished a wonderful book by a fellow blogger-

Sunny from The Caffeinated Teacher

I highly recommend this book.  She is a true Phoenix. As a teacher I can relate. As someone who has also experienced the loss of an innocent childhood (the aftermath/fallout in adulthood) and has kept going, I can also relate.

I would have finished the book in one sitting but my little boy got up from his nap.  When he went down for bedtime I picked right up and couldn't put it down until I read the last page.

I'll be looking for her next book.

Click on her blog button and look for the book button on her blog to order your copy. 

More Giveaways and Fun

Well I have been busy resting (Is that an oxymoron?)  and trying to play with my little boy without having to pick him up or play rough with him. I wish I would have planned catching up on some movies while I am recovering but I didn't.  I got to watch super silly shows like, Jerseylicious, Hip Hop Atlanta, Dance Moms,  they aren't very enriching.  Just plain drama filled.  Oh and my Housewives of New Jersey.  


I so want to have a giveaway.  There are so many going on that I need to tell you about them.  


Check out: 





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A giveaway worth $500.  Exciting!



She is giving away a $25 Gift Certificate to Target and an item in her TpT store.

Jennifer is giving away a $25 Gift Certificate to TpT!

I was awarded the Versatile Blogger Award! 

Thank you to the following lovely bloggers for giving me this cool award:

Ann from The Caffeinated Classroom

Teaching Joys


Hilary at Fifth Grade Fancy

Now..for the rules of these awards! It's really quite simple!

So here are the rules of the award:

1.  Thank the blogger who nominated you.

2. Include a link to their site.

3. Include the award image in your post.

4. Give 7 random facts about yourself.

5. Nominate 15 other bloggers for the award.

6. When nominating, include a link to their site.

7. Let other bloggers know they've been nominated.

Here are the random facts about myself.

1.  I can not cook, my mommy tried to teach me, but it didn't take.2. I met my husband on the internet, (don't judge) I am living happily and in love.  He is the best man ever.3. Crime dramas are my favorite.  I miss Law and Order: Criminal Intent and Monk.4. I don't wear make-up often but love Mary Kay.  Another oxymoron.  5. I wasn't a fan of coffee but since becoming a mom it is a life line.6. I just signed up for Kaia Fitness, (umm this is going to be tough) I'm trying to get healthy. Once I get the okay from the Doctor. 7. My husband and I are trying to learn about all things - Autism right now.
I am kind of late on doing this post so I hope these bloggers haven't been nominated/awarded yet.  Here are the awesome bloggers:  
1. Shannon at Kindergarten Hoppenings2. Chantelle at  The Teaching Bug3. Elizabeth at Mrs. Olson's Rockin' Kindergarten Krew4. Ms. M. at Ms.M's Blog5. Jessica at Under the Alphabet Tree6. Mrs. McHaffiek at Beg Borrow and Steal7. Sunny at The Caffeinated Teacher8. Kris at I (Heart) Teaching9. Yolanda at Oceans of First Grade Fun10. Jenn at Finally in First11.  Alysia at Miss B, Busy Bee12. Mr&Mrs at Meri Cherry13. Cecelia at I Love 1st Grade14. Katie at Queen of the First Grade Jungle15. Laurie at First Grade Lyon's Den
I hope to be posting some freebies tomorrow.  Until then...

First Grade at Storybook Cafe: Giveaways Galore and My Goals!

First Grade at Storybook Cafe: Giveaways Galore and My Goals!: WOW O WOWWIE Have you seen all the really great Giveaways out there? They are all over the place I tell you! (junie has been on my mind of l...



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Monday Made It ~ Organization

Another week for Monday Made It!  Visit Tara at 4th Grade Frolics and join the party!

In trying to get organized I decided to get some magazine holders and label them myself instead of buying these.  The only down side is that the folders can't sit horizontally.  

I found some tags I could print off.  I couldn't find the source of my labels but they were similar to these.  They were for labeling hangers/clothes.

Source  

 Here are mine. I think the hanger hole was on the stripped part and I just taped the bottom to the top using clear packaging tape.  You can also see my Doodle Bugs notebook/portfolio in the Monday slot. 

I can't wait to see what everyone else created!

Kleinspiration: The Biggest Give-Away Yet

Give-Away!

Okay this is by far the best giveaway I have seen!  So much stuff!  Erin is awesome so go check it out!
Click on the link!


Kleinspiration: The Biggest Give-Away Yet - Thank You Readers and my Personal Learning Network!

Currently

Farley from Oh' Boy Fourth Grade... is having her Currently Linky Party.  So if you want to join in, click on her button.  Here is my Currently.

I am so blessed to have a great hubby.  He has taken great care of me during my recovery.  

I'm a bit ticked at myself since I wanted to make so many things for my blog and TpT when I was working but had no time.  Now that I have time I'm stumped as to what to make.  It bugs me, if you have any requests I'm open to hearing them.

I want to create some stuff for the house and classroom but I have no space.  My hubby has our extra bedroom as his office for his Ebay and Etsy.  If you like vintage stuff you should check him out. I think I might just pick up a rolling cart to house my craft supplies. 

I so miss being out and active.  But I am slowly feeling better, I thought I could forego the Vicodin since it makes me feel so out of it but my body told me, "Nope, not yet lady!"

I love reading so many different kinds of books to the kids.  My favorite recently was Fantastic Mr. Fox.  They just loved the humor.  For the professional one Ron Clark's The Essential 55 really made me think that you can build a wonderful community of learners in the four walls of your classroom.

Everyone loves great comments, so I love the new rule.  

Here is a little freebie, like I said, I'm kind of stuck on ideas.