Currently May... wait...what??? May?? Really???

OMG! Where has the time gone.

 I just can't get over the fact that May is here. 

This has been the fastest and slowest

 school year at times this past year,

 but now I'm starting to panic... 

Am I really ready to be in the last month of school?

 Am I really ready to say goodbye to my sweet kiddos??? 

Ahhhh!!!  

Am I the only one feeling this way?  

Either way, I'm excited to finally be back to blogging!
I'm super excited today to link up with Farley

for Currently!  It's been awhile so I'm 

ready and excited to catch up on some

blog reading after writing this!

First of all don't you just LOVE the design this month?

I can't get enough of the purple!!!

Listening- The TV is on and the hubby is watching a movie. I can't sit still long enough to watch a movie these days.  I have no interest. So here I am just blogging away!

Loving- At the end of April I started to do a Pinned It Spinned It challenge on Instagram.  Have you heard of them?  I follow a few gals who pin different outfits from pinterest for each day, and you need to spin the outfit to make it your own.  It's really helped me stick with not wearing the same old things each day.  It's excited for the end of the school year too.  Are you on Insta?  Find me: MrsBentinsBlackboard!!!

Thinking- Sadly most nights around this time I'm already in bed.  We've gotten really used to a schedule with a baby and that means early to bed for H, early to bed for us!  He went to bed really early today and I'm worried bout what time he will wake up in the morning! :)  Cross your fingers for me. 

Wanting- I'm a new mom.. It was my first year as a teacher/wife/mother all rolled into one. I desperately need some "Me Time"! Enough said. 

Needing- I've recently started Weight Watchers with a group of teachers at school and I'm really wanting to finally get rid of that baby weight. I've been avoiding it for far too long. H turned a year old this month so it's time. It's important to me to stick with it and be more active especially with my family. So far so good especially since the nice weather. 

Summer: Yes- Building our new house starts this month. So this summer will be full of following the progress! I'm so excited.  Hoping- To just enjoy time with my family and forget what day of the week it is. I can't wait! I hope I can do it.  Dream- To get away on a mini-vacation. I feel it's been tooooo long and it would be a great way to start making some memories with my new little family!

Stop by Farley's blog and check out all of 

the currently linkys! It's a great way to 

meet some awesome people!

Currently...Late (Again) and Anchors Away Monday

Happy 2015!!!

I'm back from a much needed

and wanted mini-break. 

We've had a lot going on in our family the past month,

so I decided to put some energy towards that. 

Unfortunately that meant that blogging needed to 

take a back seat....

Until NOW!

We're still working on finding a place to live

{We're currently with my parents},

which has been simply amazing, 

especially with the little one---

but it can't last forever!  

I'll be sure to keep you posted!

I'm linking up with 2 fabulous bloggers today.

First: Farley from Oh' Boy 4th Grade for

her 'Currently' linky {that was supposed to be done on the first of the month....}

Better late than never, right???

Listening:  As I mentioned earlier, we're currently living with my parents after recently selling our house.  We have our own space, but it's not exactly away from all that goes on.  I listen to their TV every night from my bed, which is right on the other side of the wall.  I love the show "Love it or List it" though.. so it's all good!!!

Loving:  We just had our first Christmas with our little one.  He is now 8.5 months old and such an adventure each day. Christmas was so magical...just makes me wonder how much more fun next year will bring!!  It sure does give a new meaning to the holiday time when you have a baby. 

Thinking: For once I didn't go into school over break, which I think is a good thing. I'm pretty well planned this week, however I usually have a couple weeks going at a time... that is not the case right now.  I could use one catch up or work day in my classroom....  I guess I will settle for staying late tomorrow to get caught up. 

Wanting: We sold our house in early December with the plan to build. Some things went wrong with the land we were going to purchase and no longer will buy it.  So that means we are now at square one again. Not sure if we will build or buy... but right now we've got no leads. It's super frustrating, just because the planner in me wants to know what will happen.  :)  Anyone have a crystal ball?

Needing:  I got my nails done over Winter break for the first time since the baby was born.  I LOVE getting my nails done.. just no time these days.  So, I finally get them just the way I like them, and sure enough two days later one of my nails broke really low....and the manicure is ruined and also hurts! I need to just get it fixed again.  Ahhh the little things!

YES- This year I am searching for 'Balance'..... balance between being a mom, wife, friend, sister, daughter, teacher, etc.  I'm doing good, but I can do better! I WILL do better this year. 

MAYBE- I want to be less anxious about life... and just be adventurous more this year.  This is really hard for me, being such a planner and type A person.  I understand it won't happen over night, but taking baby steps in the direction of wanting it will be  huge start!

I WISH-  I've always wanted to be a wedding planner or have my own planning business on the side or during the summer months. I would love to do that!

Well there you have it!  Stop by Farley's Blog to check out some of what other people are up to!

Now on to Deb's linky from Crafting Connections: Anchors Away Monday 

I'm sharing a simple Telling Time anchor chart today with you!

I actually took all ideas from what my kids already knew and started there.  

We did the basics first like how to write the numbers on a clock, how to count by 5's around the clock, that there are 60 minutes in an hour, labeling the minute and hour hand, etc.  

After we were done, I posed questions to them to get the digital clock on the chart and then also to break the time up into quarters.  We talked a lot about vocabulary for this part, and that seems to be most tricky for them. 

What I like about this is that all on one page, are the basics of reading a clock multiple ways.  This has been up in my classroom since we made it and we've been going back to reference it a lot.  Obviously there are still more things that we discussed and made other charts for those... but I wanted to share this one, because it's been more helpful.  

Would you add anything to this anchor chart? I'd love to hear. 

Stop by Deb's blog for some great examples of anchor charts!

Have a great week! 

Currently Late to the Party--- November Already?

Oh Happy Monday!

Oh Happy November!

Last month I seriously was one of the top ten to post on Farley's Currently....

Today, I'll be one of the last....

Last I saw there were over 250! 

Interesting how that works our sometimes, isn't it??

Be sure to stop by Farley's blog and link up

if you haven't yet! 

Listening- NOTHING!  The baby has been down since 7:30 and the hubby since about 7:31... I'm just listing to a whole lot of nothing, and loving it!

Loving-  We 'fell back' this weekend in Wisconsin and I love the fact that I can now drive to work with a beautiful sunrise. It's hard to drive home while it's setting very quickly but Fall is one of my most favorite times of year.  I'm just loving the crisp weather and the falling leaves. 

Thinking- We got new report cards this year. I don't know about you guys but change is hard for me and I'm avoiding them like the plague!! Seriously..... I just can't get myself to log in and just get it done.  Motivation NEEDED!

Wanting- I feel like even though I've only been in school for 2 months, a mental health or vacation day would work a whole lot of wonders for me right now.  It's amazing how one day can do that for you!  I am anxious just thinking about the next 6 weeks or so and how much I have crammed into them.  Ahhh...breathe!

Needing- I know I said we fell back and got an extra hour earlier and I loved it... so because of that I just want a few more extra hours to feel caught up!  It felt so great being productive at home on Sunday!  I'd like to take that to the classroom. 

Reading- Honestly the only thing that I'm reading right now is my class read aloud: Justin Case.  I've written about it a few times before, but I'm absolutely in love with this book! 

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Have a happy week all! :) 

Currently... Tired.. But It's October and I have a TREAT for you!

Happy October 1st! It's way past my bedtime... like hours past my bedtime but I had some serious stuff to get finished tonight.  Just as I was going to close down the computer, I noticed that the one and only Farley from Oh' Boy 4th Grade has put up her Currently linky! So I had to jump in and do it now, or I fear it won't get done!!

Listening- To Conan in the background, but I have to say I'm not a huge fan. It's just on. It's not that I don't enjoy a good late night show, I just never am up to watch them, so they aren't my first choice to watch!!!

Loving- The Fall weather that has hit Wisconsin.  I got to wear leggings and boots today! SWOON!  I might even wear a scarf tomorrow. How's the weather where you live?

Thinking- I'm crazy... it's too late to be functioning. I hope the baby sleeps through the night. I am going to be super tired tomorrow!

Wanting- I'm still not feeling ahead of the game, even though I feel like I am working non-stop. I seriously give so much credit to every hard working mom and dad out there. Working full time and having a baby is hard! I'm so lucky for my support system... I just want to feel ahead. 

Needing- I usually stay late on Wednesday to plan for the next week. I didn't get any planning done tonight. I spent my time organizing my new class set of chrom books. I know, I know.. I'm super lucky to have them... I just don't know how I want them set up in my room yet, so it's been a bit frustrating!!! 

Treat- I just finished (which is why I'm up late) my math centers for Fall. They are review centers that I use for students to work on if they are finished with centers early.  They cover the concept of addition with regrouping, subtracting with regrouping and place value concepts. I'm putting them up in my store for free for a limited time just for YOU!  Please leave some feedback if you do download. I would greatly appreciate it!!

I'd love for you to follow my store for updates too!! :) 

TpT- Mrs. Bentin's Blackboard

Be sure to stop by Farley's blog... to check out of the currently linkys!! It's always my favorite time of the month in bloggy world!!

Have a wonderful end to the week!!  

Currently... September 2014

Hey there and happy Monday! 

I still feel like it's Sunday, so clearly I'm in trouble...

Tomorrow is day one of school and I feel nowhere ready.

However, they will come and we will have an amazing day!

(even if I'm not ready!)

I'm linking up today with the one and only 

Farley, from Oh' Boy 4th Grade

for her monthly linky: Currently! 

Be sure to stop by her blog and take a peek...also leave her some love.

Listening: The Today Show and a baby monitor- I spend each morning with the news on. I don't necessarily watch every second but it's always on in the background. Now I'm just missing my coffee.  None today, because we're out. The babe is also down for his first nap of the day and it's 8:30AM.... crazy how he's already napping by that time in the day. I guess that's what happens when you wake up at 6. I wish I had that schedule!

Loving- As I've written about a hundred million times and I'm sure you're all bored of hearing about it, I'm going back to school this week since having my son in April. I went back for the last week, but that doesn't really count. I'm scared to go back, but I am so lucky to have such a great support system of family, coworkers, and framily who have had my back. I feel so lucky!

Thinking- I woke up with a tummy ache this morning and my heart is in my throat. I'm just scared to go back. Not in a bad way... just nerves...I know I'll be fine, but I'm just scared I'm not going to be able to do it all. And there is a huge possibility that I'm going to have to cut back because I wont' be able to do it all. That's hard to admit... you teachers can relate!

Wanting- Other than a few maternity outfits, I have not bought a new article of clothing in over a year. Yes, a year. I mean I'm sure I've picked up a t-shirt if I saw it on clearance or something, but I haven't done any real shopping. I'm really wanting to add some new things to my closet... I also still need to lose some baby weight so that's stopping me a little too. I'm excited that I'm going to get my first Stitch Fix this week. Hopefully I find something super fun inside!

Needing- I left school this weekend with not everything up and running, ready to go. I know that it will be just fine, however I just want it complete so I don't have to worry about it. I still need to do classroom jobs (any suggestions? I'm starting from scratch) and also an exit ticket board of some sorts. My birthday chart still has birthdays from last year on it and so does my bus list.  I just want one more day... hahah. I bet if I got one more day I would still say that!

3 Trips- I have always wanted to go visit Colorado for some reason. I don't know why but since I was a little girl I have always loved the mountains, and once when I saw a picture of CO, I just fell in love. I really want to go skiing there one day. I also want to do some traveling out East. I have only been there once and it doesn't really count. I had a plane layover in Maryland for like 5 hours one day. It was late at night too. I didn't see anything. I really want to go to NYC!!  Do all of the tourist stuff! Lastly I want to go to Paris. I was supposed to go in HS, but after 911, our school changed our trip on us. I got to visit Coast Rica which was amazing, but Paris is still on my list!

Hope you all have a great week ahead. 

Be sure to stop by Farley's blog 

and check out the currently links!

What??? Where's July? Currently August....

Wow wow wow wow... can I say that anymore? Seriously July is like the fastest month ever! I just can't even believe that it is August right now.  I'm linking up with Farley and her Currently linky for the month of August, and I feel like I just did one for July!  I just love seeing what everyone is up to right now, especially with school just around the corner. Be sure to stop by her blog to link up or check in on what everyone has going on. 

Listening:  NOTHING!  It's kinda late... in fact pretty close to  pasts my bedtime folks... so the house is silent and still.  The baby is out, the dog is out, and the hubby is out! I've found that my best time for blogging is at night before bed so I'm not interrupted, however tonight I'm barely keeping the lids open! :)

Loving:  The hubby and I are going out tomorrow night for the first time since Hudson was born.  We are going to a wedding! I'm so excited.  We've had a great summer together with the baby, but haven't really had many opportunities to get out the two of us together.  I'm really looking forward to dressing up and heading out for some adult time. 

Thinking- I'm a bit behind this year.... I haven't been to school other than the last week since Hudson was born on April 18th.  I usually have my room ready to go this year and I haven't even been in to start.  I even want to change my classroom decor/theme this year... I better get my to-do list going and start checking things off... or it won't happen!

Wanting- This summer with the "Monday Made It' linky I have gotten a lot of really great ideas of things that I can craft or make.... however finding the time with a new baby hasn't been easy. I love to craft and create things. It's like my therapy.  I really want to find special time to just do that. 

Needing- A mani! I got my hair done and a pedi this week for the first time since the baby and it felt amazing! I didn't have time for my fingers to get done.  I've got my first set of Jamberry nails on the way... I can't wait! I love fresh nails. :)

First day Me:  Monday August 25
First Day Kids: Tuesday September 2

I still have some time before I head back... thank goodness or else I would be in serious trouble.  We have a new calendar this year as well.  We will go from Labor Day to Memorial Day essentially by adding 15 extra minutes to our school day. I am so excited about that.  Just a little nervous for how to squeeze everything in.  


Have a great weekend!

Currently July

Happy July!!???  How is it July??!!  I've said it before but now that I've read it so many times, I know I'm not the only one to say 'Where is our summer going??!!!'  I hope everyone is enjoying their week so far. I'm liking up with Farley from Oh' Boy 4th Grade for the currently  linky today.

Listening-  Little man Hudson is actually enjoying some time on his play mat right now and coooooooing away! It's so fun to hear his happy talk through the house now as it's becoming more of a daily occurance.  


Loving-  The last two weeks or so it has been crazy humid here in Wisconsin.  So much so that some days we were between 95-99% humidity...ICK!!!!  Between that and the crazy storms that have been coming through at night, I am happy to say that today is a beautiful day.  Not toooooo hot, or too cold.  It's perfect with a breeze and we have turned the air off (for now) and are enjoying the weather.  


Thinking- One of the biggest things that I love about summer is that I have NO clue what day of the week it is...ever! 


Wanting-  My hubby and I are starting to throw out the idea of selling our house and moving.  We wouldn't be moving far, but we would be building our very own house.  There is so much that goes into this process including selling our current home.  My head is spinning....but I really want to do it!


Needing- The piles have started to form.  Laundry that's not folded that needs to be, stuff that's folded that needs to be put away, random books and craft supplies on the counter, along with baby stuff.  Our house is being taken over by baby stuff.  Who knew that such a small person could own so much stuff!! I really need to clean/organize!!!


4th Plans- We really don't have any set plans this year which is unusual.  We always do a 5K Run for Freedom on the 4th with my family, but my mom has to go out of town because my grandpa isn't doing well.  They are also in the process of moving and have a million things to think about. So we may just lay low...go park in their newly poured driveway and sit and watch fireworks.  Too bad their house wasn't done a month earlier.... Oh well..sometimes the best plans are the ones you don't really make! 



I hope everyone has an amazing 4th weekend!!!  Be sure to check back and link up with Farley or read what others are up to this first day of July!

Currently June!! :) YAY

June June June June... can you believe it?  I am sad to say that this is my first post in one month...YIKES!!! As many of you know 6 weeks ago, my husband and I welcomed our first child into the world.  Having Hudson has been amazing, however there hasn't been much time for anything other than what we call the circle of life currently: eat, sleep, change a diaper, repeat.....  We're loving life right now though!! 

I will do better I promise this month to do some posting as we are all winding down the school year.  I am still reading all of your posts, I just haven't had time to do my own or comment.  It's been great to see what everyone has been up to with the end of the school year coming and also to get some great ideas to keep the kiddos going all the way until the end.  I won't be back at school until the Fall, but rest assured, I will be going back and ready to share and communicate just as I did this year.  With it being June, I'm thrilled to be linking up with Farley for her monthly linky 'Currently!'  I love reading these to see what everyone is up to.  Be sure to stop by her page and check out what it's all about!

1- Listening:  I've had the TV on pretty much 24 hours a day for the last 6 weeks.  I'm not really watching something all of the time, but it's nice when I'm home to just have something on in the background.  It does get a little lonely being home with a newborn all day, so I've found some interesting things to pass the time.  I've recently found the DIY network.  I am in love! I'm listening to the Rehab Addict right now.  Have any of you ever seen that show????  If not, I recommend it!

2- Loving:  We have had some beautiful weather in Wisconsin the past couple of weeks.  Yes the humidity is in full force today, but I'm not complaining.  I'm loving that it feels warm... FINALLY!  This winter just was not going away, and I am happy to say that it is GONE!

3-Thinking:  My husband has one last week of school until he is home with Hudson and I!!! YAY! I'm so excited that he has summer off with me, and that we will have this time to bond with our son.  He's an amazing dad, but I know it's been hard on him to leave us each morning.  We are excited that soon he will be home with us. 

4-Wanting:  I love to do projects and crafts and it's been a really long time since I've started a project of some sorts for the house or for someone else. I'm really wanting to get something started.  Any ideas???

5-Needing: I know that I don't have to tell any of you parents out there that sleep with a baby is pretty inconsistent and sometimes non-existent. I'm longing for a full night of sleep........ Everyone keeps telling me "It will get better" or "This is only temporary..."  Honestly those are the last things I want to hear... I just want someone to say, "I totally know how you feel.... I've been there!" 

6-Summer Bucket List:
    A- Organize: I have a storage closet in the basement and my front hall closet that was on my list to organize when I went on maternity leave that never happened because Hudson came early.  I really want to get them organized and put back together before school starts again.
   B-Donate: I want to go through things in both closets from the above statement and get rid of the old... and donate whatever we aren't using. 
  C-Routine: I'm really anxious to start getting into a routine this summer with my husband and the baby so we know how life will somewhat be as we move forward.  I know it won't be perfectly set, but I'm really wanting to have some consistency in life as a new family of 3. 



I wish you all the very best as the school year ends.  I'll be back at it soon.... :)  Happy June!  

Happy May Currently

I am shocked I am saying that it's May... Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled to be saying it, but still shocked. It's been a crazy couple of weeks in our house, and if any of you stopped by for my Five for Friday post this last week you know that Baby Bentin arrived early!  All is well, however I'm still not sure which way I'm moving and when is day or night!  Please be patient as I slowly get back into blogging, especially since I won't be at school to be able to share the awesomeness that is happening! Since I've taken a million pictures already and I'm one proud Mommy!!! Enjoy a little snap shot of my little man, Hudson! 

I'm excited to be linking up with Farley for the currently linky that she does every month!  :)  Happy May everyone. 

Listening-  We decided to get our roof replaced this spring.. little did we know that it would happen exactly as we were trying to transition to life with a newborn.  Needless to say we survived. The last few shingles were just being put up and nailed down as I was writing this.  Yesterday was a different story, but I am happy to report that the little man can sleep through almost anything (well during the day that is!) 


Loving-  I have been cooped up in the hospital and house since April 18th.  Man, it feels like forever, however the light at the end of the tunnel is in sight.  I am looking at the forecast and seeing that Thursday might get to 80!!!!  I'm so excited to get out and about and get some fresh air. 


Thinking-  Today was supposed to be my due date with Baby Bentin.  He is over two weeks old already, which is crazy to think about!  He is healthy and all is well, so I'm looking at it as bonus time we got to spend with him.  Now if we could only take care of that adorable crying that he does all night!


Wanting-  I have not bought myself any clothes since before I was pregnant, and I'm so ready to do some retail therapy!!!  I'm so wanting some new and fresh spring and summer clothes!  I'm sure my husband isn't thrilled that this is on my mind, as he's just seeing $$$$.  Where are your favorite places to shop??


Needing- I'm a little behind on all things right now that don't have to do with a newborn.  I have piles all over my house, laundry is backing up and the cleaning...eh we won't even bring that up.  The one thing that I really really really need to do is write thank you notes.  Once I get started I will be fine, but it's sitting down to actually do it! I need motivation!!


Surprise-  Jennifer from Mrs. Laffin's Laughings is my surprise today.  Jennifer is not only a co-worker of mine, but a friend.  She got me started with this little blog and I am so in love with it.  She has been there to help with along the way, and also is a great support to me and my students at school. She has great ideas and is always willing to help out with anything that you may need. I love her new 'Positive Thinking Thursday' linky that she has going.  Be sure to check it out!!!  

Have a very happy last full month of school to everyone!  

Currently APRIL!!!!

Hello Blog World-

I have been absent and I apologize for that... kind of! :) I have used my week of Spring Break to do a whole lot of NOTHING, and it has been amazing!  I have a long list of things that I plan on blogging about this week, so I will be back in full force with the new week.  However, I really haven't kept up since being off. I'm linking up today with Farley for the monthly linky Currently!  I just love reading what everyone is up to and thinking about at the beginning of each month! Be sure to stop by and check it out. 

Listening-  I'm still on SB '14 mode and I'm sitting back with my swollen (ick....36 weeks preggo feet) feet up and watching Friends on TV while I start to get a plan on what I need to do to get ready for next week. 


Loving- Spring Break came just at the right time for me. I'm starting to feel the down in the slumps a bit with this winter weather and I really needed a day... good thing I got a week!  Too bad it didn't feel like Spring. That's ok though, It was much needed me time!


Thinking- While I enjoyed every ounce of break, I didn't get a lot of school work done including report cards.  They are due on Tuesday.  I also have a lot of prepping to do for a long term sub and our pioneer unit which officially starts on Monday.  No fear--- it will all get done. It always does. :)


Wanting- I'm wanting warm weather. I think I've said that several times now. But this is it. I need it.  I want it.  I must have it. March was wayyyyyyy too much like a lion the whole month.  


Needing- A glass of wine.  I'm nearing the end of my pregnancy, and I'm really just craving a glass of vino.  A relaxing kind that you have while watching the sun goes down.  I think that goes with the wanting above as well.  ;)  4 weeks away!


Last Day-  My maternity leave starts right before Easter.  We have off on Good Friday and Easter Monday, and my sub will take over for me the Tuesday after break.  So that makes my last day Thursday, April 18th. It's bittersweet. I'm excited but really going to miss the end of the year with my kiddos. 


Hope everyone has a great start to the month!!!  :)

Currently March & Workshop Wednesday

I'm late to the party....again!!!  Man, am I the only one that doesn't have enough hours in the day?  I know I have some excuses, but I still just wish I could get it together.  I had my birthday this past weekend, along with another unexpected doctors appointment on Friday (I had to leave school suddenly though, so that's never fun) and Tuesday, a baby shower, my best friend had her baby, I broke the garbage disposal...... the list could go on and on and on.  All good things to report though, and I've been cleared by all doctors now for any blood pressure or related issues that I had been having, so here's to the next month of school!!! Woo hooo!!! So that news and this little one and her snuggles just make it all ok! :)

To try to stay on top of things, I'm going to break my one post a day rule to link up for two things.  To keep it simple, I'm going to add my second link to this post so technically I'm not breaking any rules....First I'm linking up with Farley's monthly linky 'Currently March'.  Hopefully this gets me back on track! I'm excited to get caught up on some blog reading tonight as well!

Listening to the T.V-  I am a T.V. fanatic!!  I always seem to have it on in the background and can't live without my DVR.  I'm always watching either a recorded show or old Friends re-runs!  :)


Loving-  I absolutly LOVE March.  It's that magical transition month where we get special warm days mixed in with the cold and makes us have high hopes that SPRING is just around the corner.  My birthday was on the 1st, so that might be why I love it too.....


Thinking that 29 is going to be great!-  Like I said I celebrated a birthday this weekend along with our first baby shower.  I turned 29.  Although it feels weird to say that so much will change this year, I truly know that this one will be a year that I will NEVER forget!  So here's to 29...... and being 29 forever, right????


Wanting-  I so want to go shopping and get some new clothes.  Being 8 months pregnant doesn't exactly make me want to go shopping, but I'm sick of wearing black all of the time right now!!!!! Some retail therapy is just the ticket!


Needing-  MEEEEE time would be oh so amazing right now. I've already scheduled a pedicure for Spring Break, even though it's still a few weeks away.  I'm going to get my hair done too.  Ahhhhhhh the little things!


???????????-  8 weeks until my due date! Like I said earlier my best friend from High School welcomed her first child on Monday this week.  He is amazing in all aspects, and it made me super excited for my baby which is really just around the corner.  8 weeks to go.... and counting!!!!




Secondly today I'm linking up with Jivey for Workshop Wednesday to share an app that I really love to use for reading.  I actually forgot that I had this app until this workshop came up so I'm excited to use it later this week again.  It's been awhile!

Today we're sharing resources for reading that are either websites or apps.  I have a great app to share that I really love to use with students.  The app is called Tools4Students.   It's an app with 25 graphic organizers that can be used for just about anything. One of the best things is that it's free and there are sooooo many choices in this app.  

There are so many things to explore and use, here are just a few of the organizers that it offers....

Here are just a few of my favorite ones that I have used quite a few times.  I love how students can do this with assistance, or on their own.  There is an option to have them email their organizer to you as well.  I can't tell you how much I love using graphic organizers, and how useful I feel that they are.  I've used this for kids to work independently on books that they are reading, or with partners on activities that we may do in guided reading groups.  They love any chance that they can to get on the iPad!!

Hope you can find something you would like to use!!!   :)