Alright, y'all- well, after the world's longest sabbatical from blogging, I'm back. But, I'm back only to say that I won't be back again until August.... Classy, huh?????
In the meantime, I have news.
Want to know where I've been for the past three months?
Stalking all of you terrific Kindergarten bloggers, that's where. Because, next year I officially teach Kindergarten. AH!!!!!! And- how cool is this- one of my co-teachers will be MY former Kindergarten teacher. I mean, wowie-wow-wow, right people?!? Boy am I elated. But, also a little bit scared. Ya'know how there's always one kiddo in every class- bless the little darling's heart- who drives their teacher crazy!?!? Well, I am very worried that I may indeed have been that kiddo for my Kindergarten teacher. Awkward, right? And what's even more awkward was my P.E. habit- for low and behold I was the least athletic, most ball-phobic person in my entire elementary school- and every time we went to P.E. I tried to go to the nurse to avoid the public humiliation otherwise known as batting practice during softball season. And did I mention that my P.E. teacher is still at the building? With amnesia, I hope. Not that he'll be surprised when I tell him I'm teaching Kindergarten rather than coaching fast-pitch softball.... Ha!
No, but seriously, it's going to be great as long as I can figure out how to teach Kindergarten. So, what I"m wondering is if any of you fabulous teachers have advice for me?
While I wait on your advice I will continue to stalk your blogs- Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten is INCREDIBLE if you've never been- and waste incredible amounts of time on my new favorite thing called Pinterest. I just got invited this very morning, and what can I say....?
I. am. ADDICTED.
It is incredible. Haven't seen Pinterest? Check it out here. Want a Pinterest of your own? Leave me a comment with your e-mail and I'll shoot you an invite ASAP.
Be back in August with free resources for y'all. I can't wait!!!
Hope you're having a TERRIFIC summer!
52 Shout-Outs:
ummmm. me too. I'm moving from First to KG. Scary!!! but exciting =)
mrs tabb
First Grade Awesomeness
We Are The Tabbs
I moved from first to k two years ago...and survived! As for advice, here's my top 3: 1. get plenty of sleep, 2. directions must be explicit and in itty bitty baby bites, 3. lots of movement and singing. Are you teaching all day k or half day? You'll love it...have no fear! :o)
BTW, I would love a Pinterest invite: ajwage@comcast.net
Thank you!
Angela
Just Love Teaching!
I would love to join pinterest! My email is jennajforbrook@gmail.com. Thanks!
I hope you love K as much as I do. I moved to K from 2nd grade 8 years ago. I spent the entire summer before hand on chat boards (no blogs then!) getting the best information on how to teach K out there. I agree with another poster, Mrs. Wageman's comments. #1 would be to explain and explain again. and maybe yet again. If you don't follow me, come on over! Don't hesitate to e-mail with questions - even the ones you feel silly asking! We all want to help!
Tessa
tschep@live.com
Spotlight on Kindergarten
You will love it! I think that the biggest adjustment that you will have is how much these little Kinders need to be "taught"...walking in lines, how to line up, going to lunch, where is the bathroom, where is the office, where is EVERYTHING?! LOL! They grow so much in a year! Good luck!!
Tammy
Live Love Laugh Everyday In Kindergarten
Congrats on the move... well
i think you deserve a congrats anyway. You may feel differently after a month. Nah, I am just messing with you. I teach both K & 1 ELL so I get my students for 2 years and I love it. :) Feel free to stop by my blog any time or ask any questions. I'm always free to help.
Ms. M
Ms.M's Blog
A Teacher's Plan
Best of luck with Kindergarten! I'd love an invite to check out Pintrest. You are about the 100th person I've seen blogging about it...I suppose it's time to check it out myself!
Thanks!
Amanda
Frolicking Through First
Good luck with your move! I have been in first and am jumping to 2nd so I have been stalking. I stayed up all night last night checking out ideas on Pinterest and would LOVE an invite! smstephaniemay@gmail.com
Thanks!
Stephanie
firstthingsfirst-smay.blogspot.com
WoW- to funny I just posted about Pinterest to my blog!!! Living in the Moment
Yay for Kindergarten! I did K when I was student teaching and LOVED it. Hope your year is great!!
❀ Christine
{heart} to Reed
I'd love an invite! My address is klturner04@yahoo.com. Best of luck to you in KDG!
Y'all are so sweet! Thanks for your advice and encouraging words about my switch to Kindergarten!
@Amanda- Amanda, shoot me your e-mail so I can invite you to Pinterest. If you don't want to post it on the web, you can e-mail it to me at: AlexandraKThiessen@gmail.com. :D
I'd love an invite! Good luck switching grade levels!
My email address is: kwelnicke@hotmail.com
Would love an invite to Pinterest!!!It seems to be the hot topic!
firstgradefever@gmail.com
Thanks so much & good luck with those lil kinders!
First Grade Fever
Please invite me to pinterest
teachingwright4@gmail.com
Thanks! :)
I too am horribly addicted to pinterest! I literally could spend hours on there and come away with hundreds of ideas for school and home! :)
Happy Pinning...and have fun in kindergarten!
Jenn
I would love an invite please!
s.markel@hotmail.com
You might want to check out the pinterest linky party hosted by The Teacher's Lane...Here's the link...http://theteacherslane.blogspot.com/2011/07/pinterest-party.html
Thanks, Nancy
The Apple Basket Teacher
You are going to love K! I taught it for 2 years and miss it like crazy. I hope someday to get back there. Enjoy those little buggers! I would also love an invite too!
Thanks!
☮Monica
The Schroeder Page
schroederpage@gmail.com
You will do great in Kinder! With all of this wonderful BLOG help, you will have no problem adjusting. Plus, the kiddos at that age love you for just being YOU! :) I would love an invite as well! THANKS!
ashley.bergsma8@gmail.com
I would also love an invite! I have just started to explore and all I can say is "WOW". My email is hebalog@gmail.com.
Thanks
Heather
I would love an invite too!
Thanks so much and I love your blog-I have become a follower.
whoops-my email address is kerikelly@hotmail.ca :)
I would like a pinterest invite please. My email is kimberlybalek@gmail.com
Thanks!
I would love a pinterest invite. I have been waiting for them to get me in but it's been a week and I am seriously needing to do some of my own PINNING! LOL
pearlann66@yahoo.com
thanx
Nancy
I would love to have a pinterest invite. It has certainly became a sight of interest.
mrs.b.klinger@gmail.com
Popping by to say Hi. You were spotlighted in my Blog Mix Linky Party.
Yearn to Learn Blog
I have heard wonderful things about Pinterest and would love to try it out.
Cbboucher@gmail.com
Thank you so much :)
I became addicted to Pinterest last night!! Crazy how much time you can spend there! But I love it and everything I've found so far. :) Good luck in Kindergarten!
WILD About First Grade!
I would love to join pinterest! My email is melissa.a.mcmillan@gmail.com
Thanks!
Pinterest looks AWESOME!!! beckyriddle10@gmail.com
Love your blog!! Too cute! Would you please invite me to pinterest, it looks like I may become addicted to it! Soo fun!
Thanks,
Amy Wright
amysmithwright@hotmail.com
mrswrightsfirstgradeclass.blogspot.com
Good luck in Kindergarten! I'm sure you will do fabulous! I am moving to First grade and I have gotten lots of great ideas from your blog! Thanks! I would love an invite to pinterest. My email is jmbonert@yahoo.com
thanks :)
Kindergarten that's exciting. I would love an invite. Thanks
dkcmewan@msn.com
I LOVE Pinterest! It's awesome! Lots of great ideas for the classroom and some awesome desserts to bake! My fave!
Where do you get your cute clip art and fonts? It's ad.or.a.ble.
Could you invite me to pininterest too (I feel like the left out kid from a b-day party)... ;) thanks!! dianahope2002@aim.com
You will love Kindergarten... It is so exciting to see the growth they make in just a short time. My advice is to get plenty of rest and have fun with them. They will love you!
Welcome to the world of kindergarten, a grade like no other! You will LOVE it!
Color Me Happy in Kindergarten
I just found your blog and am your newest follower! :) Congrats on the new grade. I am sure you will enjoy K as well.
I too am completely addicted to Pinterest! Look for me if you want to follow my boards! Also, I'm new to the whole blogging scene and would love it if you checked out my blog.
http://krazyfunteaching.blogspot.com/
I hope you enjoy it!
You'll love teaching Kindergarten!! I would love to have a Pinterest account, I'm obsessed with it. Thanks
I forgot to leave my email samato9861@wowway.com
Thanks
After being in one position for 10 years, I have moved 3 times in the past 6 years. I have been in first grade now for the last 2 years (coming up on my 3rd) and I absolutely love it. However, I am sure after seeing all that you have down in first grade, you will be a total success in K!!
On another note, I love the Pinterest as well as your end of the year printables. The only thing is I can't seem to print them. They come up blurred in the print preview. Any suggestions? Good Luck this year. I am sure you will be great!
robbi_meckley@swsd.k12.pa.us
I'd love a pinterest! I also LOVE your blog! amywiltse@gmail.com
How sad! Will you start a new blog!? I absolutely love your first grade blog…. don't leave us! haha
Kelsey
A Tale of First Grade
I would also love to join pinterest! My email is tina.tcm@gmail.com
Thank you!
Tina
please invite me to pinterest. thank you... awesome blog!
dmichaels33@gmail.com
Hi there! I couldn't figure out how to email you, and know you haven't posted in a bit, but wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your blog last spring and that I just listed you as one of my top 10 blogs!
❤Mrs. McKown
Little Literacy Learners
you are missed! I loved reading your blog. Are you coming back with a kinder blog?
Hope you are having a great year! I love your blog. I emailed you to get an invite to Pinterest. I teach first grade and have taught Kinder as well. Hope you are loving Kindergarten.
Teresa
Where have you gone?? I absolutely love your blog and I keep checking back hoping to find that your blogging again but no luck :( Are you ever coming back??
I am your newest follower. My son will be in 1st grade next year so I am soaking up your amazing ideas =-) I'd love for you to follow me back, if you want to =-)
Beth
Hi! I just wanted to tell you I am a big fan of your blog and I miss your posts! Are you thinking of blogging again?
Sarah
Sarah's First Grade Snippets
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