https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5 A collection of some highlights from 2017 - 2019 en-us 2018-07-13 01:38:56 UTC 2023-10-14 01:12:06 UTC hello@padlet.com apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103241 First, students completed a KWL chart where they shared what they already knew and would like to learn about spring.  Students then played a fun round of musical books where they were able to preview a mixed selection of nonfiction and fiction spring books prior to beginning thematic unit.]]> 2018-07-13 01:41:01 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103241 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103467 Throughout the year, I used the Remind app to communicate and send photos to parents.  ]]> 2018-07-13 01:44:48 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103467 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103476 4 years ago, First Grade pioneered the first school garden. Each year since, the garden has expanded. Students took an active role in planting, transplanting, preparing, and maintaining the gardens.

]]> 2018-07-13 01:44:59 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103476 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103492 Students had hands - on fun experimenting and conducting observations to provide evidence that vibrating materials can make sound.]]> 2018-07-13 01:45:11 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103492 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103504 Student chose their favorite page from the Growth Mindset story,   "What Do You Do With An Idea," and created their first booksnap!]]> 2018-07-13 01:45:21 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103504 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103513
Use code: 2fab78 to check out a cute video on how to eat a worm.]]> 2018-07-13 01:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270103513 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270104184 For the fourth year in a row, I organized and planned a weeks worth of events for K - 2 students. The events were centered around Dr. Suess books.

]]> 2018-07-13 01:55:13 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270104184 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270104454 For the fourth year in a row, I have facilitated and organized a school wide collection for Project Cameron Story. PCS is an initiative that provides parents of premature newborns with brand new book to read to their baby while in the NICU to promote bonding,  Fort Ann donated over 170 brand new books!]]> 2018-07-13 01:59:13 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270104454 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105227 Students enjoyed reviewing topics with this fun and interactive tool.]]> 2018-07-13 02:09:03 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105227 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105323 Students used shaving cream, stamps, shells, "spaghetti'," or sand to practice weekly spelling skills in a tactile approach.]]> 2018-07-13 02:09:55 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105323 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105673 Students shared family photos as part of our inquiry on "Family Stories."]]> 2018-07-13 02:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105673 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105683 Students worked with manipulatives in tasks that promote reasoning and problem solving. ]]> 2018-07-13 02:13:21 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270105683 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270107652 Everyday, I began with a class meeting to create an environment where students felt safe, engaged and gained a sense of belonging.]]> 2018-07-13 02:34:36 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270107652 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270107837 In December, First Grade was recognized in the Post Star by Cornell Cooperative Extension for their commitment to promoting agriculture in the classroom.]]> 2018-07-13 02:37:43 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270107837 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270110252 Students enjoyed the benefits of daily movement breaks.]]> 2018-07-13 03:07:44 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270110252 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270112410 Students looked forward to independent reading during "Flashlight Fridays."]]> 2018-07-13 03:29:23 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270112410 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270114916 Students played games, interacted with the Smart Board, and even read with stuffed animals to build reading fluency.]]> 2018-07-13 04:05:34 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270114916 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270142815 ~Hiam Ginoot, Educator]]> 2018-07-13 12:44:04 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/270142815 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/372228675 2019-07-25 02:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/372228675 apowers4 https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/372228841 2019-07-25 02:41:15 UTC https://padlet.com/apowers4/csrgc0evmlf5/wish/372228841