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You all know me as a certified dyslexia practitioner using the Orton-Gillingham approach, but first and foremost, I am a mom to four amazing children. (And, no. I don’t sleep very much.) Many might not know that my four children are my rainbow babies who came after four little precious angels and a very…
It’s that time of year again. You may be setting up your classroom or out shopping at your favorite dollar store. Teachers all over are gearing up for another school year. And we all know what that means. Fire up the laminator! If you are were like me, there is a secret (or not secret)…
Hi everyone! I apologize for not posting Mentor Monday in awhile. Once a week was getting a bit hectic, so I will either cut it back to bi-weekly or monthly. Merging my love of children’s literature and teaching makes Mentor Monday extra special for me. I hope you will continue to support it by stopping…
Welcome to the February edition of Mentor Monday! This week we are talking about Valentine’s Day! I have a super cute and EASY craft for you to make with your kiddos. It’s great for following directions, shapes, symmetry and scissor practice. Of course, I have books too! A Nor’Easter has been predicted for today in…
Welcome! One year ago today, a group of teacher-bloggers launched the website Adventures in Literacy Land to share tips and tools for effective literacy instruction. In honor of reaching our first full year of blogging together we are hosting a Winter Wonders Blog Hop and Birthday Celebration. Join us, if you will, to read a…
Welcome to Mentor Monday! Please note this post has an affiliate link. As we approach Memorial Day weekend, I’d like to take a minute to thank all of our servicemen and women for protecting our country and for paying the ultimate sacrifice. Freedom doesn’t come free. Please pause, reflect and thank a veteran. It truly is an…
Welcome to the Harvest of Freebies Blog hop! I absolutely love Fall. The smells, the foliage, the colors, and holidays make living in New England a very special place. We New Englanders are pretty traditional folk, and I’m no exception. Sharing traditions is what brings family together. I sharing some wonderful seasonal resources with you…
Hi everyone! Today, I’m sharing photos of some October classroom resources that you may be interested in from my store. This is a collection of literacy resources that work well for centers, guided reading and writing, word work, fluency practice, and independent projects. You’ll see the link for each one below. I’m sure your students will…
Can it be possible??? July is nearly over??? I have teamed up with 40 fabulous stores for… This is a FABULOUS 4 day event that is full of sweet deals, savings and 4 amazing giveaways! Here’s a peek at what you are being treated to… Each day a new ‘deal’ will be posted by the 40 participating…