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Thursday, August 1, 2013

August Currently

Can you believe it?!?!?!  August first is already here which means it is time to link up with Farley for her August currently.  This is a great linky and one I spend a lot of time clicking around which has led me to some fantastic blogs.

My currently this month is pretty self-explanatory.  I do have to say this new iPad I have is leading to a lot of new revelations.  Currently, I am very excited to use QR codes with my students.  The ladies at Learning to the Core have written a post that has really inspired me and have several QR code things in their TPT shops that I must try out.  Starting with this one!

The other thing that is a must have for back to school is several things from the Math Coach's Corner.  She wrote a post about number bracelets that is quite amazing.  They are a great way for primary students to look at different combinations of numbers that add to a given number.  She also wrote a great unit plan that uses the number bracelets and makes it so I can hit the ground running.  I think these will be great for the general classroom and very VERY great for my intervention kids!!!!

I have 20 days until I have to be back at work for pre-service days.  I have a lot to do!

What are your back to school must-haves?

16 comments:

  1. August has certainly flown by hasn't it? Lucky you, congrats on the new ipad...I'm thinking that I might put that on my wishlist for Christmas lol...we have 25 days before we head back to school but I know that they are going to fly by...enjoy the rest of your summer!
    Can't Make This Stuff Up...

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    1. The iPad is fantastic but it is a BIG time consumer right now because I am still figuring it all out and trying to find the best ways to use it with my students!

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  2. I really need to get going with the QR codes. To be honest, I don't totally understand them but I'm glad to hear there's a good tutorial!
    Thanks for sharing.

    Grade ONEderful
    Ruby Slippers Blog Designs

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    1. I have seen wonderful activities and ideas using them on other teacher blogs. It is definitely something I need to try.

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  3. Yay for new ipads. I had one funded this summer through Donor's Choose - hoping it will be delivered asap since supposedly they were just waiting for the office to open.

    Emily

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  4. I love my iPad and QR codes! Learning to the Core has been doing a linky party called Tune into Technology with some great topics! Since I did currently today, I am doing my post for their linky party tomorrow. Check it out!

    Melissa
    The TechKnowledgey Teacher

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  5. I just made a QR center for my students to practice mean, median and mode later this year. I made it as the project for a class I took, but liked it so much I uploaded it to TpT - as a freebie!

    ✿Lynn

    Inside this Book

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    1. Hi Lynn,
      Thanks for sharing. I will definitely be downloading and trying out your freebie.

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  6. Love QR code activities...
    I love school too, but need more summer. I have to have my room ready to go by the 15th and building is closed on Fridays still. oh well...
    I'm your newest follower-found you through Farley.
    If you have a chance, I'm having a giveaway on my blog.
    "autumn"
    anchoredin3rdgrade.blogspot.com

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  7. I saw the bracelets and pinned them. I constantly feel like I've got lots to learn about being a better math teacher. :)
    ❀ Tammy
    Forever in First

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    1. I learn so much every year about being a better math teacher. It makes me feel bad for the students I had my first few years of teaching.

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  8. Thanks so much for the shout out! QR codes are seriously so fun! :)
    Aylin
    Learning to the Core

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    1. You are so welcome on the shout out! I downloaded and printed the QR code addition and subtraction scavenger hunt today and had so much fun trying it out. I can't wait to use the other products from your store!

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