Blog - I Love 1st Grade

6 Strategies to Teach Addition

1 Dec

First grade is a crucial point in a student’s mathematical journey. This is when they are developing those foundational skills that they will carry with them throughout grade levels. Our first-graders must know how to add numbers but also explain how they found their answers. To fully understand the ... Read More about 6 Strategies to Teach Addition

Best Picture Books for Thanksgiving

8 Nov

There are so many picture books for Thanksgiving. How do you know which ones are the best? If you are anything like me, you hate to spend your limited resources on a book that just doesn't fit your purpose or looked cute but didn't hit the mark.I am sharing with you my November favorites ... Read More about Best Picture Books for Thanksgiving

Replacing a Word Wall with a Sound Wall in the Classroom

27 Sep

Teaching is constantly evolving. What may have been best practice years ago might no longer be recommended. That goes to say that what we were doing wasn’t wrong. We just didn’t know better. And one of those changes is including a sound wall in your classroom. Or, maybe even in replacement of a word ... Read More about Replacing a Word Wall with a Sound Wall in the Classroom

7 Simple Yet Effective Ideas to Make Lessons More Engaging

27 Sep

I've been teaching first grade for quite some time, and my teaching styles and strategies have changed throughout the years. Teaching is not the same as it was 20 years ago! But, one thing that remains the same is not all students are the same type of learners. Ensuring my students are learning, ... Read More about 7 Simple Yet Effective Ideas to Make Lessons More Engaging

Apple Day in the First Grade Classroom

20 Sep

I love a themed day in the classroom, but Apple Day is one of my favorites. It signifies the kick-off of the fall season, and I am here for cooler temperatures, flannels, apple everything, and a reason to celebrate with my firsties! I'll be honest, I love Apple Day so much that it's hard not to ... Read More about Apple Day in the First Grade Classroom

The Most Epic Back to School Night

1 Sep

Back to School Night is a time to let families know all about their student's new classroom. It can be a stressful time because you want to come across as professional and nurturing. I don't know about you but I can talk in front of 100 students like it's nobody's business but once you put parents ... Read More about The Most Epic Back to School Night