This is my NEW LOVE- My Smart board. I don't know how I taught without it. I'm still finding cool new ways to use it. I had to write a grant to get it but it was soooo worth it!!!
I also couldn't teach without my 'Elmo' document camera. And of course, neither would work without my projector.
Our district bought us some Kindles last year and I'm finding cool apps and ways to use them more. My kiddos have even taught me a thing or two.
I LOVE my label maker! I use it for tons of things cause I'm a little OCD when it comes to organizing and I like things neatly labeled.
My second year of teaching, I bought my very own paper cutter with my own money. I CAN'T teach without it. I use it all the time. I even bought one for home so I can use it for school and church stuff.
Last by certainly not least, is my KIVA! (aka benches) My hubby made it for me about 10 years ago. There is even storage in the back. It's been re-carpeted and painted twice. If I had to pick only one thing that I CAN'T teach without it would be my KIVA. It's our gathering place, it's where I do over 80% of my teaching. It's more comfortable for my kiddos to sit for a longer period of time. It's easier for them to see because of the two levels. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!
Well, there you have it, some of the Things I CAN'T Teach Without. What things do you need to teach? I'd LOVE to hear your feedback.
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6 comments:
The blessings of technology....
I agree with you on the Smart Board. It makes teaching so much easier!
Shelly
Smiling and Shining in Second Grade
Those benches are awesome! I had a Mimio at my old school, this year I will have a Smartboard (but I have to share)... But they have iPads--Hooray!
Crystal
Teaching Little Miracles
I love your benches!!!!
I've really enjoyed reading your "Things I Can't Teach Without" posts.
Connie Anderson:)
www.welcometofirstgraderoom5.blogspot.com
Love all your Things because I have most of them and LOVE them TOOO!
Could you post a picture of your bench without the kids so we can see how it is made? What a wonderful idea...2 levels for the kids to see.
I love your technology post too. I have to tell you I have a Kiva too. My dad is a handy man and he made me one. It looks just like yours. I recently had to move rooms. The janitor tried to get me to get rid of it. It really needs to be recarpeted for the 3rd time. But I can't part without it. I'm the same as you I teach there probably 80 % of the time. I'm so sad I missed the Utah Blogger Meet Up. I've been taking a break from blogging this summer and I didn't see it until it was too late. Hopefully next year!
☀Rikki
The Hive
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