Tomorrow starts the week long study of US Presidents followed by a week long study of US Symbols. Our curriculum specifically states to learn about Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt, and who ever is our current president. How do I do this? I tackle one president a day for one week. One Monday we talk about the US's first president George Washington. We have a paid subscription to … [Read more...]
Conference Questions Answered
You came. You listened. You asked. And I promised to do my best to answer every question that I could to help you have the best conference ever. So let's get to them. Let's answer all those Conference Questions Answered. This class tour was filmed in 2013. My class has looked pretty much the same for many, many years. And yes I have LOTS and LOTS of stuff. QR Scan & … [Read more...]
QR Scanning from a Laptop
Are you a huge fan of using QR Codes in your classroom? Me too! I love them. With iPads and iPods, scanning and using QR Codes is a breeze! What what about it using QR Codes with Laptops or Chromebooks? YES... You can scan QR Codes with Chromebooks! Like with all technology... there are several ways to do this. Not all will work for every device. Let me show you how to Scan QR Codes: But … [Read more...]
Little Learners LOVE QR Codes
Little Learners LOVE QR Codes and you should too. QR Codes are an highly engaging, customizable tool you can use to provide technology learning tools with your students. Qr codes are also a great method of instructional delivery without YOU repeating yourself over and over again. They can also be used for self checking work. And I know that QR Codes can help your students to learn!Why … [Read more...]
You Asked… and I Made it!
I think my session at Vegas and perhaps my pure obsession with QR Codes is getting some of you guys EXCITED about using QR Codes in the classroom. Check out this video so you can SEE how to use these "JUST QR CODES" for your classroom! … [Read more...]
QR Scan & Learn~ Initial Sounds
I am so excited to share with you guys the first item off my summer "to-do" list! I have been working on this throughout the school year and I am glad to say they are now... DONE. Let me introduce you to the newest QR Scan & Learn item, QR Scan & Learn~ Initial Sounds. This is a fun way to use technology to learn. This pack contains 26 initial sound sheet, covering each letter of … [Read more...]
Print & Play with Living and Non Living Things
I finally did it! I wanted to finished my Living and Non Living pack for years... {3 years but who is counting.} Every year when I would see this topic on the curriculum map, I would start to plan for this week, I know I would do a good job, but I just wanted to do it better. I mean, I am my worst critic and I always think my deserve the very best. I may have done an … [Read more...]
QR Codes in the Classroom
Little learners are AMAZING at using technology to LEARN. Sometimes WE as teachers are the ones who limit them. One of my passions is using technology in the classroom to LEARN... not to just use technology. QR stands for Quick Response. They are an easy way to get anyone to an EXACT place you want them to go. Meaning, you can control content while your students can control their … [Read more...]
Love to Learn about Plants.
Who doesn't Love to Learn About Plants? Using the season at hand and making lessons memorable is the best way to instill a concept and make the teachable moments last in little learners minds for years to come. Check out some of these memorable moments for Springtime Fun that connect literacy and science. What concept are we going to cover? PLANTS Integrating Fictional Resources One tip I … [Read more...]
QR Code Ideas
Are you ready for some QR Code FUN? I know how busy us teachers are. We wear so many hats that sometimes we can't do it all, get to it all, think through it all. We need someone to show real life actual examples of how to use technology, like QR Codes, in our classrooms. And sometimes we just need it done for us so we can test it out. Well, HI! My name is Mary and … [Read more...]
New Techie Tip with a Freebie
I have an obsession with technology! And when I discover a techie tip... I want to share it with you guys! When I want to direct my students to a specific website on a computer or smart device, I use this sheet to get the kiddos to the right place independently. Here is my newest (and free!) creation! They use the pictures to "read" the site, the hyperlink to find the right site on … [Read more...]
QR Codes for the Classroom
These are some of the questions I have asked myself and others have asked me about QR codes. Let's tackle some of these questions today to see how "techie" we can make our students and our classrooms! QR codes are short for Quick Response. You see them everywhere to advertise, even if you don't know what they are called. I see them on out body wash, fast food cups, and everywhere in … [Read more...]
