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!

New Laptop ~ New Materials for December

Remember that Florida beach trip that I mentioned not taking? I took some of the money that I would have spent and got myself a spiffy, new, PURPLE laptop! While I'm bundled up in these freezing temperatures, working on school stuff, I can dream of a beach trip by looking at this.

Three Sisters Beach, Great Exuma, Bahamas

I've been taking advantage of the peace and quiet to work on my plans for December. I just finished Santa Claus: The World's Number One Writing and Word Study Expert, based on Santa Claus: The World's Number One Toy Expert by Marla Frazee. I love this book!  Here's a peek at the two literacy centers with Santa's To-Do Lists and Claus Clues, which focuses on context clues.  I can't wait to put this into the hands of my second graders. I think they're going to love it, especially the cards with QR codes that link to websites for some real world research. 

However, for now, it's time to rest and plan a day of shopping. I am going to try to finish my Christmas shopping this week -- before Black Friday. I am not a fan of shopping, so I am motivated to get it done to beat the crowds!

Blessings and Happy Thanksgiving!