Happy Birthday to Me!

Hi everyone!

Today is my birthday, and what a great day it was! I am not oblivious to the fact that I am fortunate to work in a school in which parents are generous with their time and money. I was blessed with lunch, a yummy cupcake from Ivey Cake, a local bakery, and a slew of cards, two paintings by students (LOVE!), hugs, beautiful sunflowers and roses, and a big haul of Diet Dr. Pepper!

Now, if you've gotten distracted by the Ivey Cake link, I understand. My cupcake was called Cheat Day, and it was worth every calorie. These cupcakes are out-of-this-world! If you're ever in this neck of the woods, you must visit there!

I'm not the only one who gets a present on my birthday. You do, too! I just uploaded a new product to TPT. It's called November Story Problems. There are 20 story problems all centered on CCSS 2.OA.1. If you'd like a copy, leave a comment with your email address, and I'll send it to you! It's my way of paying it forward on my birthday!

Have a great Wednesday!

Solve It, Santa! Story Problems

Ohhhh, math is going to be filled with fun this next week! I just finished a math center for solving story problems. I'll be using Solve It, Santa! to work with a small group of children who need to practice problem solving. I put it on TPT for a $1 try me price. Here's a peak at it.

I have a feeling that the Elf on the Shelf might be making his first appearance this week. I'm braced for his tricks. Do you have one of these in your room? What are some of your elf's actions catastrophes? It's a cute idea (wish I'd thought of it!), and the children are eager to find out what Dodger's latest shenanigans are. He is named after Jordan Sonnenblick's character, Dodger, from the book Dodger and Me. It's a great read aloud for second graders. 

Have a great Saturday!