Do you have a bunch of charts you always forget to hang up or change out throughout the school year? Here is a handy idea for making sure you are able to remember where they are, and when to change them out! First, you will need to gather all your large posters and charts and […]
Charity Preston
Math Problem Solving Anyone?
Thanks so much to the fans at the Facebook Fan Page for all their help in creating the free eBook below! I know problem solving in math (especially with the standardized testing season upon us) is a skill that continually needs honed. With trick questions, answers that are super close to one another, and vocabulary […]
Kindergarten Classroom Library Success!
Today I want to share my tips for organizing your classroom library. After years of trying to keep the library organized and manageable, I finally found a system that worked for me and my students! I tried organizing my books by genre and letters and themes. That worked great for me, but did not […]
Celebrating Student Birthdays!
Hi teaching friends! Since today was my beautiful daughter’s birthday, and my….I can do this…really I can….39+++ birthday is next week on the 17th of September (told you I could and that barely hurt – lol), it got me to thinking about what I normally do in my classroom for student birthdays. Traditionally, I have […]
DIY Reading Strategy Fans!
Today, we have a guest blog post from Stephanie at Teaching in Room 6 where she explains a handy little tool she uses for comprehension reading strategies and even provides a freebie for you as well! Make sure to stop by her blog to say hello! Reading comprehension is such an important skill for our […]
Silly Stories Fall Freebie!
Happy fall y’all! I was feeling particularly fall-ish today on account of the gorgeous fall weather in northern Ohio and thought you might enjoy a little fall freebie! If you loved doing MadLibs as a child, you will love this set of 2 fall-themed silly story worksheets! Download below – or if you are an […]
Classroom Library Solutions
I know so many of the readers here at The Organized Classroom Blog ask every year about the best classroom library organization ideas. I am pretty positive that the decision for how best to set up YOUR classroom library needs to fill to your preferences and that it is not a one-size-fits-all approach. I have […]
Pencil in a Routine
Having a classroom management procedure in place in your classroom is a given. That’s the stuff nightmares are made of. But, what happens if you don’t have other simple systems in place once the school year gets rolling? Maybe nothing. Maybe a little bit of confusion. Probably nothing to lose sleep over. Let’s look at […]
Popsicle Stick Pattern Cards Sampler Freebie!
Hi everyone! Seems like I haven’t posted a video in FOREVER! So, here is a super short and simple one – only 4 minutes long! I hope you enjoy and make sure to grab your free download as well! Prefer to read the transcript? Gotcha covered! Transcript: “Hi, everyone! Charity Preston here from the Organized […]
Pumpkin Sorting Activity
I was feeling pretty inspired today and decided to whip up a fun sorting activity freebie hopefully some of you can use in your classrooms to celebrate the season! I love pumpkins all fall long! They are a good symbol of the season that I don’t have to change in a month’s time. I usually […]
Make Your Own Multi-Pocket Writing Folders!
So – today I have a super easy and quick idea for all of you who don’t want multiple pocket folders in your students’ desks! DIY multipocket folders from two 2-pocket folders with brads without needing staples, tape, binding machines, or anything else! Of course, you could make them even larger IF you want to […]
Free Rounding Posters!
After yesterday’s wildly popular reaction to the free regrouping strategy poster, I had another request on the Facebook Fan Page for a rounding poster with a specific little rhyme. So, here is today’s freebie for you to grab! Are there other little sayings you use in math that I could create a little something for […]
Motivational Posters for the Classroom
Do you use motivational posters in the classroom or do you prefer to utilize the precious wall space for educational teaching aids, such as words walls or anchor charts? I know some special education teachers who honestly prefer clean, bare walls so as not to distract their students who may have sensory overload if they […]
Super Easy Bulletin Boards
Here is the latest in my video series for how to show off your great student work without having the hassle of having to change it constantly. I demonstrate a fun way to get students involved, right from the first meeting at Parent Open House Night so that you do not even need to use […]
Cheap Classroom Storage Solutions
I admit it! I am cheap. I love to buy things for my classroom but hate spending money. That’s why the Dollar Tree is my favorite place ever! Today I want to share some of my favorite and CHEAP classroom storage solutions! Clipboards are a fabulous tool for the classroom but storing them can […]
Organize the Straight and Narrow
Do you ever wonder where to stash things like meter sticks or pointers? Today I have an inexpensive and fun way I came up with! The best part? You can even customize your solution to match your classroom theme and colors! The only items you will need will be wrapping paper cardboard tubes, duct tape, […]
Create a Class of Word Detectives!
Do you struggle with new ideas for teaching and practicing vocabulary? How about when it comes to teaching your students (and parents) what the learning standards mean? I have had a lot of requests to create something that would help with both and I am excited to announce that the CCSS Complete Vocabulary Programs have […]
Parent Handbooks for Open House Night
Do you have a plan for Open House/Back to School Night for the beginning of your school year? Some teachers use a checklist to get set up. Others make sure to send parents a specific flyer or invitation letting them know about the event. And even others might be doing a virtual open house that […]
PD Paper Solutions
Hey OCB friends! I hope you are all well and having a great 2013 thus far – I know I am! Yesterday on the Facebook fan page, Pam asked the following question for us all: “Please help me find a way to control all the paperwork from workshops/inservice. I have discussed this with other teachers […]
Literally Hands-On
As always, I’m so happy to pop in here at the awesome OC Blog. Today I have something short and sweet to share with you. While I was conducting some classroom walkthroughs this week, a very cool visual caught my eye. I have to admit it feels kind of original that I found this myself […]