First Grade Essentials and What I Have Learned in my 15 Years as a First Grade Teacher
I have taught first grade for the past 15 years...I think. I am losing track of the years now! Every year I change it up a bit and see ...
{FREE} Guided Reading Assessment Rubric
This easy-to-use rubric will help you assess your students in guided reading. Use this form to give feedback to students and their families. Like what you see? Follow my store for updates. Thanks for looking! Angie http://thefirstgradescoop.blogspot.com/ Graphics by Scrappin' Doodles and Jen Jo...
Reading Level Conversion Chart
This is a handy chart to easily convert DRA, Guided Reading & AR Levels with Grade Level Equivalencies as well as reading development stages. ***the color coding is a system I used to label my books in first grade and found it especially handy when I was a reading specialist. I teach my student...
Book Talk
I have a fun reading resource for you! Book Talk is loaded with ideas to use for retelling stories, comprehending reading, and using books and tools to share some good conversations. Click here for a preview. Students will have plenty to do during reading time. Plus, there are some great homework ideas too! I recently updated this cover and added more graphic organizers and activities to this resource. Here are just a few examples of what's included: Questions to ask partners or questions…
Reading Strategy Checklist Based on Fountas and Pinnell (30% off)
This was a great checklist I developed for my students this year. Based on guided reading levels by Fountas and Pinnell, it helps the teacher keep track of which reading skills each student has mastered. I'd recommend keeping a reading file or binder for each student so that you can refer back to this checklist to monitor reading growth. Don't hesitate to direct message me with any questions! 1.051
Running Record Coding Sheet {FREEBIE}
I keep this Running Record Coding Sheet in my Guided Reading notebook so running record markings always look the same! You can grab more Guided Reading tools here! Guided Reading Printables Word Work
19 Classroom Management Anchor Charts - WeAreTeachers
Display classroom rules, procedures, expectations for treating others and supplies, and sub behavior policies in these anchor charts!
11 Free Reading Websites for Kids
Free Reading Websites ~ Great link to share with parents!
Chevron Design Reading Level Labels
For all of you who love chevron design, this is my latest tool that will help you organize your classroom library. As always, it is colorful and bright. This kit includes labels for book boxes, a reading level growth chart for the whole year, and a color coded correlation chart. I have redesigned this product and included Fountas and Pinell, DRA, and Lexile reading levels.
Chevron Design Reading Level Labels
For all of you who love chevron design, this is my latest tool that will help you organize your classroom library. As always, it is colorful and bright. This kit includes labels for book boxes, a reading level growth chart for the whole year, and a color coded correlation chart. I have redesigned this product and included Fountas and Pinell, DRA, and Lexile reading levels.
Back to School Night: Parent's Guide to Literacy Centers | Open House
This resource is perfect to use with parents during Back to School Night or Open House! Easily explain to parents the components of your balanced literacy program and why these components are essential to students reading and writing development. Also included in this resource are suggestions for pa...
Genre Game Set with Three Game Versions {Great for Centers}
This is a set of versatile materials that can be used to play three different genre games. These games will help students learn and remember the elements of 16 different genres. Students can work alone, in pairs, or in groups. This would be fun whole-class activities or great as literacy center ...
Close Reading!
Lexile Levels by Grade~a GREAT tool to have when explaining book levels to parents!!
Rockin' Reading Workshop!
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Take A Closer Look At Guided Reading!
The last in a six part series on guided reading In past guided reading lessons we have l...
Reading Strategy Checklist - Guided Reading Level Skills (with digital option)
Strategy checklist to use to move your students through guided reading levels (Fountas & Pinnell) - $3 on TeachersPayTeachers