Classroom Reveal (Kindergarten)

I am so excited to link up to the Classroom Photos Galore Linky Party!!  This year, my classroom is a camping theme.  I have used a few camping themed TpT products to utilize in my classroom.  I purchased an amazing classroom decor packet from Randi at Teach It With Class!  I also used an alphabet line, happy campers expectations, and Randi's camper compliments.

Here are a few pictures of how my classroom turned out.

 My inspiration for this tree came from Schoolgirl Style.

Here is a link to the tree.

My students keep graded work in these mailboxes.  I hot glued a small tent to the counter top to make it a little more appealing.

For some reason, this is one of my favorite camping themed displays in my classroom.  (I know...it seems really easy, but I like the way it turned out.)  The flashlights just add a little "flash" to how students go to their stations.

Our classroom yearly goals are posted as soon as you enter the room.  The yellow highlighted line is our "goal" where we want to be at the quarter benchmark.

The writing station is also located near the entrance of my classroom.  I purchased Deedee Wills' August/September Writing Work Station for this station.  I am really focusing on color words this month; therefore, this station has many color word activities.  I also posted the color words on the writing station board.

 
I really don't have a reason why I chose "camping" as my theme this year, but I am glad that I did.  My kindergarten students have enjoyed the first few days in the classroom.  Happy campers make a happy teacher!  (wink wink)

I also wanted to post about the MANY (and I mean MANY) "cans" that I have near my rug area.  I have two young boys.  When they were babies, I kept some SEVERAL Enfamil cans.  These can be used to review for almost any skill.  Here are a few pictures.

 This can is used to review patterns.  I know patterns are not part of the Common Core, but they should be. (wink wink)

 "Locked Out" is probably the student's favorite.  At our school, we have to travel (walk) between buildings to go to special classes.  Sometimes we have a few extra minutes to spare, so I take this can.  I put word wall words, letters, or any kind of skill inside the can.  When we reach a door  I say, "Locked Out!"  Students have to say the "password" before passing through.  It is engaging and the kids love it!

 
Above are more pictures of "skill cans".  I use these for EVERYTHING.  Math facts, money, shapes, letter identification, letter sounds, beginning letter sounds, and MORE!

Endless Possibilities,
Stephanie

Calendar, Math Meeting Board, and More

Recently, I have been getting my math meeting board ready.  I am so excited about this year's camping theme!  I have posted some pictures for you to view.  I also posted on this same topic last week.  Click here to read the post.  I also want to give the link to Randi's TpT store where I purchased many of her camping products.
First, I used Randi's Camping Compliments to create my "S'more Great Work" board.  The s'mores and campfire came from this packet.  The banner came from Clutter-Free Classroom's Camping Pack.  I cut the orange letters out of scrapbook paper.  I will use this board to display student work.  I always encourage my students to do their best.  This will showcase their personal best.

The next few pictures are of my math meeting board and calendar area.  I am really happy with the results.  Here is the link to Randi's Camping Theme Pack.

I also used the "Happy Camper" behavior expectations.  I put them above the calendar so that we can review them every day.  Here is a better picture of them.  They are round and are located at the top of the meeting board.  I used them as part of my border.

I also have a place to post my Reading, Writing, and Math objectives.  The "one way" sign is to show us "which way to go when reading".

Finally, here is a picture of how we are going to keep track of "days in school".

As a class, we will add a straw each day.  As always, we welcome comments.
Endless Possibilities,
Stephanie

Classroom Theme Linky

We have linked up with Corinna from Surfin' Through Second to share classroom theme ideas.  I was so happy when my colleague and blogging friend, Stephany, sent me an email about this linky party.  I have so many things to share about this topic.  By the end of this post, maybe you can share some ideas with some spaces we are having difficulties with.

Camping Theme

This year, I have decided to move away from the transportation theme (which I had for several years) and create a camping classroom for kinders.  Here are a few pictures of what I have planned.  I still have many photos to take of specific spaces, but this will give you an idea.

First, I purchased an amazing classroom decor packet from Randi (Teach It With Class).

Then, I also purchased the following. (all from Randi's TpT store)

These are the numbers for the cubbies.  This is included in Randi's classroom kit.

Then, I created some things of my own . . .

This pack includes clothes pin labels that are very useful when organizing those papers or "items to be done" for parent helpers or classroom aides.

I created the next freebie as a way to organize absent work.

Finally . . .  

All of my products listed here are FREE downloads in my TpT store!  Click any of the images above to link directly to the download.

I will be posting more pictures of my classroom as I get my room together.

Super Heroes

The next few products are some that I created for a Super Hero Classroom.  I went back and forth with camping and super heroes.  I decided on a camping theme, but I am still creating super heroes (for a few years from now).

 This pack is for Behavior Management.

Here is a sample of what is included in the packet.

I have it displayed for set-up:

It is available for $3.00 in my TpT store.

Click any of the photos to link you to the product.

I also have a MEGA 72 page Super Hero Theme Classroom Kit for $5.00.  Here are some previews of what is available in this product.

 

 

This mega pack is currently $5.00.

If you have any suggestions for my camping theme or super hero theme, I appreciate feedback and comments.

Endless Possibilities,

Stephanie