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Follow the ozobot through the solar system and learn about the planets!

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This lesson plan incorporates technology with our science unit of the solar system. Students will show their knowledge of the order of planets, fun facts of planets, and their usage of Ozobot technology!

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This handout goes along with the Geography and STEAM lesson plan with our Ozobots, focusing on the Geography brochure of the student's chosen Country.

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This lesson plan incorporates Geography with STEAM. Students will research a city/country outside of the United States of their choice, and incorporate the fun facts and sites to see in their Ozobot project board. Students will learn about coding robots and about new countries!

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Slimy Frogs vs. the Crayon Slayons!

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This story about a football game, #92 green team and #16 blue team lead the ozobots throughout the poster board to see who is going to win the big game. Watch the video to see who wins!

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This lesson plan incorporates English writing with STEAM through story telling and Ozobot code reading. Students must create a story and the Ozobot travels throughout the page following the story's signal words. To see the product of this lesson plan please see student work.

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This lesson plan for food chains includes a food chain matching game, an interactive website worksheet, and an exit ticket reestablishing the hierarchy of organisms in a food chain. The interactive worksheet follows the layout of the website about https://www.sheppardsoftware.com/science/animals/games/food-chain/ "The Food Chain Game", where students must accurately order organisms on a food chain.

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Hi! My name is Emma Rothstein, my pronouns are she/her. I am originally from Belchertown, MA, but now I live in Hadley, MA. I got my bachelor's degree from Westfield State University. I've always wanted to work in education since I was young and saw my dad teaching. I want to be able to see children grow and flourish in an environment that is nurturing for them. A fun fact about myself is that I have visited 22 countries before 20.

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Hi! My name is Caitlyn Santos, and I use she/her pronouns. I am from Sutton Massachusetts, which is more central Mass! I got my degree from Westfield State University, and became a teacher to be able to have my students make good connections with me and their peers, and I want to help make that environment for them. A fun fact about me is that I have been to over 20 concerts!

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Hi! My name is Cassandra Savery, and my pronouns are she/her. I lived in Acushnet, MA but I got my bachelor's degree from Westfield State University. I always wanted to be a teacher because growing up my brother has Autism, and had some share of bad teachers. Seeing my brother struggled inspired me to make sure another student does not have to go through that.

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Welcome to 4th Grade!

On this website you can find resources for families, students, and even view the resources that us teachers use in the classroom. See what we're learning through our lesson plans, curriculum links and class books! Learn about our classroom habits by viewing our classroom layout, our schedule, and our birthday calendar! This is going to be an amazing year with a classroom full of intelligent minds!

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In this classroom, we will be using technology to help support our student's understanding. But it is necessary that we all understand that we wish to only use it when it is almost absolutely necessary to use it with the implication of instructions. We as teachers are going to be making sure that we pay close attention to what our students are doing when they are using technology or surfing the web. Their work with technology will be closely monitored. Along that line, we also do not want to use internet when it is not necessary for the lesson or to support their learning. As teachers, we might not even be using technology with the whole class, also as small groups together. Technology is something that we can learn to use together to strengthen our learning and understanding of our lesson or even how to use that technology.

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Our class seating groups!
Sitting with groups encourages creativity and teamwork within our classroom!

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Our classroom calming corner, where students can self regulate and bring themselves back to their work when they're ready.

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Our classroom seating arrangements:
Diverse seating allows students to take control of where they want to learn, and allow them to move their body to help promote focus.

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Diversity Read, Whole Class discussion

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Look here for any questions about what we're learning in class and why!

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Welcome to the Westfield Public Schools Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Our department provides support to all educators in all aspects of teaching and learning as outlined in our Strategy for Continuous Improvement.

Westfield promotes the Universal Design for Learning () approach to instruction with the intention to make learning for all students both rigorous and relevant. Through a Multi-Tiered System of Support (), we address academic as well as social-emotional / behavioral learning.

We work with school leadership teams to further strategic goals using several approaches. The Learning Walkthrough Process is a strategy being used to identify areas of growth around a focus of inquiry determined by the school's leadership team. Instructional coaching of teachers by content experts provides job-embedded professional learning, through the use of research-based instructional practices and high-quality instructional resources. Professional development opportunities are provided by district experts as well as partners outside our organization to ensure that all educators have opportunities to develop in their content knowledge, their own identified areas of professional practice, and in the instructional shifts required of newly revised curriculum frameworks. Professional development is offered in several ways, including during the school day, after school, and during the summer months.

Content Area Supervisors, Instructional Coaches, and Lead Teachers facilitate monthly Professional Learning Communities (PLC) meetings with the common goal of engaging all learners in order to foster student growth and achievement. Teacher PLCs meet weekly to interpret Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, create WPS Curriculum Maps, and address department or grade level team challenges using an inquiry problem solving process.

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This is a lesson/game that we played in class to have students get a better grip on vocabulary based on what we are learning in class. This is the lesson plan guidelines and rules if a student wants to play it at home!

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Tearing Into Vocabulary Lesson Plan | Teacher.org

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Lesson Plan: Tearing Into Vocabulary, Grades: K - 5th, Subject:

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Curriculum Associates announces the acquisition of SoapBox Labs, a global leader in voice AI, powering equity-driven learning experiences for students.
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That is the mission that has driven us for more than 50 years. We believe that all students can excel and that educators play the pivotal role in that. i‑Ready combines best-in-class instruction and assessment, supports measurable growth, and enables equitable learning opportunities.

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My students have been showing a steady incline of growth using i-Ready. From the beginning of the year, the majority of my fourth grade students tested at least two grade levels behind. While using i-Ready lessons on their pathway during reading and math, I have been able to see an increase in both subjects during instruction. Students are expanding their vocabulary, becoming more confident in their math skills, and increasing their fluency.

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Creators of i-Ready | Curriculum Associates

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i-Ready makes classrooms better places for teachers and students. Learn more about our world-class assessment and instruction programs and our customer-acclaimed service.

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On level for 4th Grade Reading

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Clever | Connect every student to a world of learning

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Clever is the platform powering digital learning for K12 schools--one single place for identity, access, security, and classroom engagement

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Kahoot! | Learning games | Make learning awesome!

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Kahoot! is a game-based learning platform that brings engagement and fun to 1+ billion players every year at school, at work, and at home.

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CommonLit | Free Online Reading Passages and Literacy Resources

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CommonLit is a comprehensive literacy program with thousands of reading lessons, full-year ELA curriculum, benchmark assessments, and standards-based data for teachers.

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Learning about bar graphs, and how we read and evaluate them, this lesson plan incorporates group work and rotating through our math stations!

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On level for 4th Grade Reading

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Challenging read for 4th Grade, class read with teacher

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On level for 4th Grade Reading

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Open-and-go lessons that inspire kids to love science.

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Mystery Science offers open-and-go lessons that inspire kids to love science. The hook, visuals, and activity have all been prepared for you. Less prep, more learning.

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Discovery Education | Your Daily Learning Platform

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Discovery Education inspires educators to go beyond traditional learning with award-winning digital content and professional development. Learn more today!

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This is a resource that can be used to review topics that we have gone over in class through videos!

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history biology literature learning education science humanities school "world history" ap tests smart fun chemistry psychology apush whap study "crash cours...

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At Crash Course, we believe that high-quality educational videos should be available to everyone for free! Subscribe for weekly videos from our current courses! The Crash Course team has produced more than 45 courses on a wide variety of subjects, including organic chemistry, literature, world history, biology, philosophy, theater, ecology, and many more!

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This is a resource that we use in class that gives students options to play games based on math or English, students are welcome to play these at home!

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Here's how nearly one million teachers use Prodigy in the classroom at no cost!

Help students master math standards with a fun and engaging gameplay experience

Adjust and align Prodigy's in-game math content with your lesson plans

Track student development to decide where to best spend your time

No trial period, no hidden costs for educators. Our optional parent memberships ensure Prodigy stays free for all teachers.

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Here's how nearly one million teachers use Prodigy in the classroom at no cost! Help students master math standards with a fun and engaging gameplay experience Adjust and align Prodigy's in-game math content with your lesson plans Track student development to decide where to best spend your time No trial period, no hidden costs for educators.

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It is very important to celebrate our students birthday's because the classroom is about building a community, and building connections. Every student should feel celebrated and cherished in our classroom.

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Teacher/guardian communication for our class!

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Keep up to date on your child's grades!

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Families are learning and adjusting just as much as students in a classroom! Continue to strengthen your family and parenting skills with some tips from Healthy Safe Children.

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Family Strengthening and Parent Skills Training

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This brief highlights many notable and emerging successes of grantees in expanding and sustaining services for children and families in the five core Project LAUNCH strategies (screening and assessment; enhanced home visiting through increased focus on social and emotional well-being; mental health consultation in early care and education programs; family strengthening and parent skills training; and integration of behavioral health into primary care settings).

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Get help/ find advice for parenting in a safe and supportive way.

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This website has a variety of options of games with math and English to work on at home!

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At Starfall, children have fun while they learn. Educational games, movies, books, and more for 4th and 5th grade learners.

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Summer, Winter, or Spring Break you can use these resources to help support your student in at home learning and continuing their education!

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Parents, You've Got This and We've Got You.

As the waning days of summer give way to a school season like no other, NSLA joins our partners across the country in putting families first during this time. Our children need us more than ever and together we will find the silver lining in helping our children learn, grow, and thrive.

This new NSLA PSA offers helpful tips for parents as they soak up the last few days of summer and navigate uncharted waters this school year. We invite you to share with your families in your "village."
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This new e-book, written by Dr. Matthew Boulay, an educator, and advocate for children and families for over 25 years, is just the resource parents need to keep kids learning this summer. The book offers "40 Digital Learning Kits" inspired by the best practices of award-winning programs around the country. Available on Amazon for $2.99.
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"Parents will love this book! It's a much needed guide to help parents navigate the summer months and is filled with fun and practical ideas grounded in years of deeply respected research." - Liz McChesney, former Director of Children's Services, Chicago Public Library

"An excellent resource for any family giving their best from home." - Matthew Hathaway, Elementary School Teacher and Father
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Ready to Partner: 5 Steps for a Different Kind of School Year | Learning Heroes

Every parent can be a learning hero. You've got what it takes - you know your child best. But even superheroes need a team. Learning Heroes is here to help you support learning at home - with simple actions to help your child reach their goals.When parents and teachers join forces, students succeed. This year it will be more important than ever.

Here are five steps to help keep your child on track, no matter where learning takes place.
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Tienes lo que se necesita: tú eres el que mejor conoce a tu hijo. Sin embargo, hasta los superhéroes necesitan un equipo. Estamos aquí para ayudarte a apoyar el aprendizaje en casa, con medidas sencillas para facilitar la ruta al futuro exitoso de tu hijo.

Con estos cinco pasos tus hijos seguirán avanzando en su educación, donde sea que ocurra el aprendizaje.
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Parents are key in supporting their children's learning on Khan Academy, and Khan Academy wants to help you and your child get to learning and growing on Khan Academy as quickly and easily as possible. Khan Academy is a great way for your child to get help with what they're learning in school or to learn something completely new. Plus, Khan Academy is a free resource for students, teachers, and parents.
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Khan Academy Kids is an award-winning educational app for young learners ages two to seven. The app engages kids in core subjects like early literacy, reading, writing, language, and math while encouraging creativity and building social-emotional skills.

You can also check out the Khan Academy Kids YouTube channel as a place for parents and kids to access learning resources. For parents, it is about putting all the resources you need to use our app at your fingertips. Kids can join Circle Time every other Monday, a fun space to read and play with friends!

Khan Academy Kids YouTube Channel Get the Khan Academy App

Unboxed is a monthly learning kit that unpacks the education families want, kids deserve, and teachers love, with a focus on grades 4-9.Unboxed is for everyone, and it's FREE. Prepared parents designed Unboxed for the parent who is helping kids learn at home, the community organization or enrichment program supporting remote learning, and the learning pod leader working with mixed-age groups. It's beautiful, simple, and easy to use.

The Parents' Guides to Student Success were developed by teachers, parents, and education experts in response to the Common Core State Standards that more than 45 states have adopted.

Created for grades K-8 and high school English, language arts/literacy, and mathematics, the guides provide clear, consistent expectations for what students should be learning at each grade in order to be prepared for college and career.
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Great Children's Books about Cooking, Eating, and All Things Food!

Provided by Applegate Natural and Organic Meats

Here are some great children's books, about cooking, eating, and doing all things food from Applegate chef and food stylist, Kate Winslow, author of Onions Etcetera: The Essential Allium Cookbook and former editor at Gourmet magazine.
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FAST, FUN RECIPES & ACTIVITIES FOR THE STRANGEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER
The only thing that's sure this school year is that it's going to be different. So let's make different better with easy, wholesome lunch recipes that anyone can make. (We're looking at you kids!)

Whether you're in the classroom or at the kitchen table this back-to-school season, lunch and learn about good food with Applegate.
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Since 2014, Understood has served millions of families of kids who learn and think differently. In September 2020, Understood launched Take N.O.T.E.™, an initiative developed in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), to empower families to seek support. The initiative includes free, digital-first resources in English and Spanish for families to use when they notice their child struggling with behavior changes or are concerned about developmental delays.

Learn more about the early signs of learning differences in your children and how to take early action.
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School is back in session and families have lots of questions about the 2020-2021 school year and what it holds for their kids. PBS Kids believes there are many things families can do to "bolster children's feelings of confidence and security as they head into a new year." PBS Kids provides ways to create and practice routines, cope with anxieties and emotions, and find ways to learn at home.
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The SAT is a standardized college entrance exam that's accepted by every college in the U.S. and over 600 institutions internationally. It assesses the knowledge and skills your child is learning in the classroom-the same skills that are key to success in college and career.

CollegeBoard has prepared fast facts for parents and guardians that will help you navigate the college application process, help your child practice for the exam, and register for the test.
Get Familiar with the SAT Process
Cooking Matters is a Share Our Strength campaign that is helping end childhood hunger by inspiring families to make healthy, affordable food choices. The site offers recipes, tips & videos, and a tool to help families find school meals in their area.
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GreatSchools is the leading national nonprofit empowering parents to unlock educational opportunities for their child. GreatSchools has an array of articles, worksheets, tips, and interactive tools to help parents support their child's learning and well-being every day. Grade-based toolkits range from Pre-K to high school.
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Experiencing nature, even close to home offers a lot of benefits. Being near animals, plants, and natural land can relieve stress, improve our mental health, motivate us to eat healthy and be physically active, and make us feel more connected to others. Celebrate the natural world around us this Earth Day and every day using this handy BINGO card filled with nature-friendly activities.
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8 Art Activities to Encourage Wellness: At-Home Edition | Daniel W. Hatcher, Director, Community Partnerships, Alliance for a Healthier Generation

If you're ready to embrace the restorative power of art, check out these 8 ideas to try. Don't worry, most of the activities use supplies you probably already have on hand; flex your creativity and adapt the activities too - just be sure to share your great ideas with me on social media.
Get Creative
National Geographic Kids presents, Yoga Animals: A Wild Introduction to Kid-Friendly Poses
Roar like a lion! Arch like a kitten! Stretch like a cobra! Many yoga poses were inspired by animals. Let these creatures inspire you to get moving, practice mindfulness, or calm down after a long day. Yoga Animals has photos of animals that mimic each pose. Follow along with yoga expert Tara Stiles.
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Additional resources are available in NSLA's Knowledge Center.

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This is a website we will be using where students watch videos and answer questions, you can go back and reference those videos here!

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Easily create beautiful interactive video lessons for your students you can integrate right into your LMS. Track students' progress with hassle-free analytics as you flip your classroom!

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The first day of school it is very important to get students involved in how they want their classroom to run. Therefore I have my students make there own set of classroom rules and add some of my own.

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Create Effective Class Rules Using Tips from Launch Your Classroom!

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Encourage and inspire your children to extend their education outside of the classroom!

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BrainPOP - Animated Educational Site for Kids - Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Arts & Music, Health, and Technology

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We will be using this to pass in/stay updated with work we do in and out of the classroom!

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This is a great website where you can make your own flashcards based on what we are doing in class!

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Elementary and Secondary Education Curriculum and Support!

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Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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The goal of the Massachusetts public K-12 education system is to prepare all students for success after high school. Massachusetts public school students are leading the nation in reading and math and are at the top internationally in reading, science, and math according to the national NAEP and international PISA assessments.

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Hello families and learners!
My name is Emma Towsley (she/her) and I am one of your 4th grade teachers! I studied at Westfield State University, and am originally from West Springfield, MA. Something interesting about me is that I have a bunny named Marshmallow and I love animals! One thing that motivates me as a teacher is helping to shape young minds, and seeing each of my students grow within my classroom and the rest of their lives. I'm so excited for this year and to work with everyone!

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Lesson plan on contraction words: See student examples for more!