The first days of school are wearing me out! There are so many routines to talk about with the students. Even when I go off the list that I think is complete, other things get added to the list. I love the potential of this group, though. Right now I have 19 fourth graders! It's a dream to have this much floor space in the room. I keep thinking that we should be able to accomplish so much, and I should be able to help students more in small groups and individually. I hope this proves true.
One of my goals this year was to review Math homework from the night before and discuss in class. We have had one day of math homework, and it worked well. All students but one had their work done. I liked Abby's idea of an inner circle and an outer circle, and having students discuss their work with other students before discussing whole group. I will try this later in the year.
Other new initiatives this year are using the Daily 5, CAFE, and implementing more of Responsive Classroom. I have been using 'Take a Break' for the small interruptions in the classroom, and that has worked well. The students love the chime, and quiet down well. We have taken body breaks in the long afternoons. I am working on my teacher language. I took pictures of students with my camera, and hope to get them on my teacher webpage. There's always something new to learn and do. The year has possibilities.
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