BTS Blog Hop and TpT Giveaway!

Wow! It's that time of year again! Back..... to..... School!

I'm teaming up with Heidi over at Droppin' Knowledge for a great back to school GIVEAWAY!

I've been a busy bee getting my room ready! I always try to add or tweak a few things to make it a little different. I used to try to do a new theme every year.... that got expensive and old really quickly. I got tired of changing everything each and every year. A few years ago I decided to go with a colorful theme. Black with lots of colors! I love it.

I did update a few things and have a few new creations this year:

My new birthday board is bright and colorful!  It includes a "Happy Birthday" banner posters for each month!  I laminated each poster and use sharpie to write names and birthdates for each child.  To remove sharpie, just color with dry erase marker and wipe off!  As good as new!  This set also includes birthday certificated for the kids, too!  You can get it HERE!

My Classroom Job chart is one of my favorites!  This packet includes 52 job cards.  You can pick and choose what you need for your classroom.  I printed each job and attached to colorful library pockets.  You can use these on a magnetic board or pocket chart!  I colorful title is also included for displaying on the wall!  You can get it HERE!

I use Secret Agent Numbers for EVERYTHING in my classroom! And I mean everything!  I make several sets and they are EVERYWHERE AND used for MANY things!  

 Each child is assigned a number at the beginning of the year.  Then use these secret agent numbers to label cubbies, mailboxes, book bins, desks, supplies.... you name it!  I also have couple of sets with magnetic tape on the back.  I use one set on my Daily 5 choice board and the other set is used for students to check in when they come into the classroom each day.  They simply move the number from the word "Home" to the word "School."  It's a great time saver in the morning!    Secret Agent Numbers are great to use for student participation, too!  Simply hot glued each number to a craft stick and put them in a little bucket.  I randomly pick a stick!  Keeps the kids on their toes!    Need to partner students up?  Pick a stick!   I love my Secret Agent Numbers!  You can get them HERE!

And last, but certainly not least, I have new name plates!  They are available in two styles:

Classic Colors with White Background:

Click HERE to get them!

Click HERE to get them! 

Or you can choose Name Plates in Classic Colors with Black Background:

Click HERE to get it!

Click HERE to get it!  

And now......  on the the good stuff......  THE GIVEAWAY!   WOOOOO  HOOOOO!

Here's what you can win:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Want to see other great prizes you can win?  Head on over to Droppin' Knowledge by clicking HERE!

Good Luck!

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My *NEW* Favorite Decor And a FREEBIE, Too!

A few weeks ago, I shared my new Alphabet Pennants.  I needed a new alphabet for my room in the WORST WAY!  I think my other alphabet is about 10 years old.... still in good shape, but still.... I need a change!  Well,  I have created a few more pennant sets! I wanted to make sure that I shared them with you first! 

I created Brights:

Click HERE or the image to get them!

and Owls with stripes!

Click HERE or on the image to get them!

I also have Classic Colors and Chevron available:

Click HERE or the image to get them!

Click HERE or the image to get them! 

Can you tell that I have pennants on the brain?  I decided on the chevron set for my classroom!  I'll post pictures as soon as I have them up!  I think it is my favorite classroom decor for this school year!

In the meantime, here is a little FREEBIE for you!

Click HERE or the image to get this!

The Welcome Banner has Pencils for Pre-K to 5th grade so you can customize it to fit your needs!

Enjoy!

What is your favorite classroom decor for this school year?

Classroom Decor Bundle: Classic Colors

I have been a busy bee this summer!  I just finished a HUGE Classroom Decor Bundle! 

This set includes:

Alphabet Pennants (A-Z, uppercase and lowercase letter with corresponding picture)

Number Posters (#0-20 with corresponding ten frame)

Shapes (2 and 3 Dimensional)

Calendar Set (Months of year, days of week, #1-31, yesterday was, today  is, tomorrow will be)

Birthday Display (Poster for each month, Happy Birthday Banner, Birthday certificates)

Secret Agent Numbers (0-36  Great for Morning Check In, Cubbies, Behavior Chart, labeling book bins, or whatever you choose)

Behavior Clip Chart

Color posters

Welcome Banner (for Pre-K tp 5^th grade)

Table signs (#1-6)

Wall of Wow! Banner

Be sure to check it out HERE!  Guess what?????  It's on SALE!  Be sure to grab it now!

This isn't the only product on sale.... my ENTIRE STORE is on SALE!  Yep, you heard me!  S-A-L-E!  Hop on over to my little store and start shopping!

Christmas in July

Summer, summer, summer!  I love SUMMER!  I hope you guys are enjoying the summer as much as I am!  Sun, friends, relaxing.... 

I know many of you are already thinking about B.T.S. (Back to School).  I can't even believe those words came out of my mouth!  It's still too soon for me!  BUT, I know some of you are anxious about setting up your rooms and thinking of the new and exciting things you will do in the upcoming year....

SO...

JUST FOR YOU..... 

I'm throwing a little Christmas in July SALE!  I'm offering you 12 days of savings!  Yep, 12 DAYS! 

I'm working on a few new products, so be sure to keep checking back!

Empty out that wish list!  Fill your cart with lots of goodies!  Click HERE to start shopping!

Happy Shopping!

Blame It On Summer!

I have been M.I.A. I blame it on summer vacation! Why is it so difficult to stick to a schedule when you have the summer off?

Well, I have been somewhat busy. I did have time to create a new alphabet for my classroom. My other alphabet was O-L-D and I needed a change! Here is what I created:

I liked it so much that I made it in colorful chevron, too! 

They are now available in my TpT store!  Please click on the images to check them out! 

I did have a chance to get some R&R!  Hubby and I just got back from a week in beautiful Minocqua, Wisconsin.  Lots of fishing, boating, sun and fun! 

Hope you are enjoying your summer! 

So Much Going On!

I've been a busy girl!  Where do I begin:

First, I have to tell you about my latest DIY project!  I did it.  I dabbled in craftiness again.  This time I made crate seats.  I found a great tutorial over at What the Teacher Wants. 

I wanted to make these for many reasons:
          1.  They provide extra storage.  Who doesn't need extra
              storage?
          2.  They will allow for more seating in my classroom.
          3.  They are just the right size for first graders.
          4.  They are super cute! 

I could not have done it without my handy hubby!  He had extra plywood in the garage, cut it and sanded it for me!  :)

I did use 2-inch  foam, rather than 1-inch foam.  I wanted some more cush for the tush!  :)   It did take some time and patience to complete, but I am very happy with the finished product! I can't wait to use them!

 My next big thing was that I recently added some new shape posters to my TpT store!  They are in classic color chevron!  LOVE the classic colors.... My classroom is going to be very colorful this year!

Click Image to get them!

Oh!  I almost forgot I have a FREEBIE for you!  I created some binder covers! They are in classic colors and brights. They are EDITABLE!  You can add your own titles, graphics, whatever!  Click the image below and download it.  The binder covers are in powerpoint.  Once you open the powerpoint, click on the text, erase it, add a text box and add whatever you want!

Click the image to get your FREEBIE!

I'm now on Bloglovin'!!!!  You can follow me there. If you don't know what bloglovin' is, it is the best way to follow your favorite blogs.  Click the button on the top right side to follow me!

It's a Bright, Bright, Sunshiny Day!

In honor of summer and sunshine, I have created a new word wall bundle in brights!  Get your shades!

Click the image to check it out!  

 

 

 

 I'm working on some new freebies, so be sure to check back soon!  :)
 

It's Hot, Hot, Hot!

It's sweltering here!  I seriously think you could fry an egg on the sidewalk! To beat the heat, I stayed inside and created some number posters! This is for all the chevron fans! 

Click the picture to check them out!  

Stay cool, Friends! 

Organizing Daily Materials

My organizational system in my classroom is always changing. I have tried many ways to organize my daily materials:

1.      Folders for each day of the week: These become ripped and don’t hold much.

2.      Bins/magazine boxes:  These fall over and drive me CRAZY!!!

This year I’ve decided to try plastic drawers.  I’ve seen lots of bloggers with cute labels that match their room.  Of course I had to try to make some!

I think they will look great in my room!  In fact, I love them so much I decided to share the LOVE!     You can get them for FREE on my Facebook Page! 

I am definitely not very tech savvy. I’m slowly figuring this stuff out!  After a few youtube videos and some trial and error (not to mention lots of coffee and deep breathing) I finally figured out how to add FACEBOOK FAN FREEBIES!  Major accomplishment!   

I would love for you to go check it out and "like" my page.

Click HERE to access my Facebook page.

Once you "like" the page, just click on the Fan Freebie link and download this FREEBIE!

I'm hoping to be more active on my Facebook Fan Page and add more Fan Freebies from time to time.

When you "like" my page you will also receive updates on new products and freebies! 

DIY: Glitter Magnets

 

Do I consider myself a “crafty” person?  Not really.  I don’t have a craft room or do crafts on a regular basis. I do have a box o’ craft supplies.  I guess you can say that I dabble in craftiness.

While scrolling through pins on pinterest I came across some very sparkly glitter magnets. You can see the original post HERE.  I thought they would look fabulous on my white board and looked relatively easy to make.  I thought I would give it whirl.  I made a list of materials and ran to Hobby Lobby.

Materials:

Clear flat back 'marbles.’ The glass domes you can find at the craft store or dollar store.  ***They must have flat bottoms!

 

Mod Podge

E6000 Glue

 

Glitter of your choice (I liked using the fine glitter the best)

 

Strong magnets

Q-tips (for glue)

 

Newspaper

 

Paper Plates

 

Foam brush/small paint brush (optional)

 

 

STEPS:  

1.      Cover work surface with newspaper.  I then put one paper plate on top of the newspaper for each color glitter.

2.     Grab a marble flat side up.  This is where you want to put the Mod Podge. 

3.     Use your finger to spread a SMALL amount of Mod Podge on the flat side of the marble.  You can use a brush/foam brush but I found that my finger worked best.

4.     Lay them on the paper plate(s).  Lay out as many as you want for each color.

 

 

 

5.     Sprinkle generously with glitter.  I found that sprinkling was the best method.  I also tried dipping the magnet in the glitter but found that it was A.) messier and B.) didn’t cover as nicely.

 

 

6.    Repeat steps 2-5 for each color that you want to do.

7.     Let dry for about 3 hours.

 

8.     Put a small dot of E6000 glue on the bottom of the magnet. I have never used this glue before…..  It was super messy and oozed out of the tube. I squeezed a dollop of glue on a paper plate and used a Q-tip to apply the glue.  This helped me to control the ooziness.

 

    Side note:  When looking for glue at Hobby Lobby, I wanted strong glue so the marble would not fall off the magnet. (***Remember, I only DABBLE in craftiness….  I am learning as I go!)   The lady at Hobby Lobby said E6000 would do the trick!  We’ll see! 

 

 

9.    Place *Sparkly* marble on top of glue.

 

 

10.   Let dry 3 hours or so.

Viola! SPARKLINESS! 

 

 

If I can do it, you can do it! 

 

What have you been crafting for the classroom?