https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks Come take a peek into the world of a fifth grade fanatic. en-us 2017-02-08 16:26:01 UTC 2023-03-07 07:25:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Xmastree.png kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412525 ESL students who read 40+ books by the end of the school year!]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412525 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412527 Our classroom expectations]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412527 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412537 Beginning of the year group work practice]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412537 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412539 Each month we focus on a different character trait.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:37 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412539 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412545 Students in need of a break are given an opportunity to "cool down" and reevaluate their actions.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412545 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412547 I use the WIDA Can Do descriptors to differentiate language instruction for my students.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:44 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412547 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412548 Interactive notebooks are used to make the most of note taking.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412548 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412549 Students use different "bird beaks" to determine which type of adaptation is most advantageous.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412549 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412557 Students build character by making lunches for the homeless.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412557 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412558 I use components of the Daily 5 and CAFE during ELA Intervention time.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412558 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412560 Our reading strategies mirror our writing strategies to help ESL students make connections.]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412560 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412561 Classroom management tool]]> 2017-03-11 03:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412561 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412601 Growth Expectations: Below-level students are expected to make 1.5 years' growth in reading.  At/Above-level students are expected to make 1 year's growth.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412601 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412611 I lead a formative assessment PLC and deliver professional development to new staff.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412611 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412613 Students self-assess their work as they turn in assignments.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412613 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412620 Students are given clear direction on what a successful and productive group discussion looks and sounds like.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412620 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412621 Group work expectations are taught and practiced frequently.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412621 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412622 2017-03-11 03:16:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412622 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412627 An ESL student portrays Malala Yousafzai.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412627 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412629 Correlation chart which defines reading levels for all of the programs I frequently use.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412629 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412632 2017-03-11 03:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412632 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412633 Formative assessment tracking tool used to create flexible small groups.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412633 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412634 Students are assigned reading strategies based on their individual needs.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412634 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412635 A group of ESL students display their project at the ESL Science Fair]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412635 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412636 I use anecdotal notes when meeting with individuals to guide their reading instruction.]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412636 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412639 Plickers are used as a quick formative assessment tool]]> 2017-03-11 03:16:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412639 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412643 Fraction manipulatives are used to explore equivalent fractions and simplifying.]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412643 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412652 Students experiment with live worms to explore animal adaptations]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412652 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412654 Student-led literature discussion]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412654 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412655 Small group area. Yoga balls are for students with extra energy!]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412655 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412660 Parent-Teacher communications is key regardless of language barriers.]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412660 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412663 I communicate clearly with support staff to ensure my classroom runs smoothly.]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412663 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412664 Puppets are given to students with lower WIDA speaking levels as a means to help them gain speaking confidence]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412664 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412666 Superman writing method which adds a manipulative technique to organizational writing. ]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:30 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412666 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412667 Think Pair Share guidelines are taught and practiced daily.]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412667 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412670 One of my students leading a whole group Math/Number Talk discussion]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412670 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412680 An example of the word walls found in my class. Each bulletin board has illustrated vocabulary cards for my ELLs]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412680 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412685 My students use tablets a minimum of twice per week to enhance their learning and to become comfortable caring for and using technology.]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412685 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412688 Running record data is used to keep students on track toward their growth goals.]]> 2017-03-11 03:17:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412688 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412706 Winners of the "Golden Lunch Tray" which is given to the class with the best cafeteria behavior each month. My class holds the current record of four wins in one year; way to go fifth grade!]]> 2017-03-11 03:18:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412706 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412721 My current schedule used to juggle Tier 2 & 3 support, ESL support, and small group times.]]> 2017-03-11 03:18:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159412721 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415160 The last day of summer vacation. All ready for a new bunch of students!]]> 2017-03-11 04:40:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415160 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415163 Our daily reminder]]> 2017-03-11 04:40:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415163 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415165 My classroom library which holds almost 1000 books of varying levels]]> 2017-03-11 04:40:12 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415165 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415661 http://mrskesselsclass.weebly.com]]> 2017-03-11 05:09:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415661 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415906 Elementary K-5 (6-8 Self Contained)
Language Arts (BX) 6-8
Integrated Science (DI) 6-8]]> 2017-03-11 05:22:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/159415906 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/177613089 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN_GmgeU5cw]]> 2017-06-28 03:30:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/177613089 kessel_diane https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/177613198 2017-06-28 03:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kessel_diane/Bookmarks/wish/177613198