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Vegas Recap and a Giveaway!

I am finally getting around to my big Vegas post.  I was waiting until we had all the sponser links from our big blogger meet up on Wednesday.  Natalie of What the Teacher Wants worked so hard on the photos and credits.  I hope your read on and enter the giveaway! Me and my blog ...

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Five for Friday & Christmas In July Day 4 & 5 Writing Sale

I am linking up to Doodle Bugs Teaching for a little five for Friday! 1.  I am recovering from Vegas. I met THE Paul Edelman and he knew who I was!  TpT has changed my life for the better.  I don't want to know what my life would be like without TpT.  I have met the most ...

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Day 2 & 3 of Christmas in July

For day two and three (July 16th and 17th), I am throwing a sale on the following center themed packets.  Click the covers below to check out the packets.  Come back on Friday for more sale items! ...

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Christmas in July: Day One

I joined up with my Blog Hoppin' friends to throw a Christmas in July sale.  Stop back each day to check out what is on sale in my store.    Today's deal is on all of my Door Decor / Welcome Signs.   Click the images to check them out in my Teachers Pay Teachers store. ...

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Crash Course: Life Lesson My Students Taught Me – a Book Review

My awesome friend Hope King just so happens to work at THE Ron Clark Academy with her husband.   I was so excited when Hope told me that Kim Bearden was going to send me her book, Crash Course: The Life Lessons My Students Taught Me.    This book is an inspiring easy ...

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Links from My SDE Presentation for I Teach 1st – Freebie Links, Too

First, let me say that I had the best time ever presenting for SDE at the I Teach 1st conferences in Vegas.  The teachers who came to my conferences were the most enthusiastic and attentive attendees.  You all made my job easier and I LOVED meeting all of you.  Thanks for tagging me ...

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Sunday Smorgasbord – Vegas Here I Come

I am linking up with my friend Michelle to give you a Sunday Smorgasboard post.  I am actually scrambling to get ready for Vegas.  I just finished up my presentations, I have to pack, get my nails done, go to the gym, and sort of clean my house (at least the main floor). Here are some ...

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4th of July Sale – New Products!

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My entire store is on sale for 20% off to celebrate the Fourth of July!  Click here to check out my store. I am throwing a little contest over on my fb page, too!   Here are some new products in my store and some oldies but goodies!! Happy Shopping!!! ...

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Teacher Plan Book and More!!!

I have gotten so many questions in my shop, on my blog, and on my fb fan page on where you can get my plan book format.  I finally got around to making a packet for you!   I hope you check out this post to see what is included and then head over to TpT to check out the ...

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Q is for Quality – Teachers Pay Teachers Supercharge Seller Success Conference

If you don't already know, I will be presenting in Las Vegas this summer for both SDE and TpT.  I am beyond honored and EXCITED to be chosen to co-present for TWO TpT sessions!   First, I will be presenting with Elizabeth Hall, Cara Carroll, Greg Smedley, and Deedee Wills at Your Blog ...

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First grade classroom favorites from Amazon! 1. Th First grade classroom favorites from Amazon!
1. These little pastel trays for crayons.  My students put the trays on their desks when they are coloring and no more crayons rolling all over the place.
2. The furniture gliders.  Your custodians will thank you!
3. Color ribbons to make finding Chromebooks quicker.
4. A clean white computer cart that has multiple shelves and an open back for all the wires.
5. The MVP of laminators, this Swingline laminator never lets me down.
6. A wipes container because I want to label everything and keep the sink area looking neat.
7. These super strong magnet clips.  I use them for so many things.  I even clip them to the underside of the blinds to hold a line to display work.
8. These school supplies Palm Pals and my trusty teacher toolbox. 

Want the links?  Comment AMAZON below and I will DM you. 

#amazonfinds #palmpals #firstgradeteacher #classroomdecor #teachersofinstagram
🍪✨ It’s almost GINGERBREAD DAY Time! 🏠🎄 Are you l 🍪✨ It’s almost GINGERBREAD DAY Time! 🏠🎄

Are you looking for a fun way to bring the magic of gingerbread into your classroom? ❤️ These gingerbread activities are perfect for adding a little holiday fun to your December lesson plans while keeping your students engaged!

Whether you’re reading gingerbread stories, creating adorable gingerbread crafts, or planning a full Gingerbread Day, these ideas will make your classroom extra SWEET! 🍬🤎

✨ Want all the ideas? Comment GINGERBREAD below, and I’ll send you the link to my blog post!

Save this for your holiday lesson planning & share it with a teacher friend! 🎅🏻

#GingerbreadDay #GingerbreadActivities #FirstGradeTeacher #HolidayActivities #firstgradeteacher
Teacher truth: class sizes matter to both students Teacher truth: class sizes matter to both students and teachers. 

It is a Sunday night and I am at home prepping for the week.  As a 25 year veteran teacher, I should have everything done.  I should be able to get everything done at school but I can’t.  Maxed out classes sizes mean that I can get much less prepping done during my preps. 

If you are a tired and frustrated teacher of a maxed out class.  I hear you and am right there with you. 

#teachertruth
Drop a 🎃if your class visited the pumpkin patch th Drop a 🎃if your class visited the pumpkin patch this week! 

I absolutely LOVED that our PTA made it free this year.  It made all 25 students very happy.  How does your school handle the pumpkin patch.

#pumpkinpatch #firstgradeteacher
Many years ago when TpT was at its peak, I thought Many years ago when TpT was at its peak, I thought of leaving and becoming a full time teacher-author. But there were way too many reasons for me not to, like that I loved my job, that I was single, that being a teacher in NY meant I had good benefits, tenure, and a pension.  So I brushed that thought off and continued on teaching.  I continued on sharing resources with you and worked at a pace that was reasonable for someone teaching full-time and navigating life’s challenges. 
My heart goes out to all the teachers who did leave and have became teacher entrepreneurs. I know you are struggling with what to do now that TpT has changed their parameters.  I wish you success in whatever you decide. 
But this post is for all the teachers in classrooms who have stuck with me, asked my thoughts, and wondered what I was going to do next.  Well, I’m not changing a thing because I have only ever sold digital teaching resources on TpT and I will continue to do so. 
I want to thank you for your continued support your likes, comments, and shares always make my day. I love being able to share teaching resources with you and hopefully I have saved you time and maybe made you laugh once in a while. ❤️Erica
Do you have parent teacher conferences coming up? Do you have parent teacher conferences coming up?  Ours are at night in November with one day.  I like to keep my conferences focused and informative with these slides.  After the conference, I am share the slide link with the parent. 
Want the link? Comment LINK below and I will dm you. 

#parentteacherconference
Adorable New Book by the author and illustrators o Adorable New Book by the author and illustrators of The Leaf Thief…The Sun Thief. 

Want the links?  Comment BOOK below. 

#picturebook #daylightsavingstime #fall
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