The More That We Read... The More That We Know!

WARNING!

I wanted to share with everyone about an unfortunate event that has been unfolding. Dr. Suess Enterprises stands firmly behind their copyrighted name. Anyone that is creating or purchasing Seuss products can be held liable for infringement of their copyright laws. It is my intentions to spread the word and share a link that I received. Please take the time to read, educate, and spread the word to all that have created resources to be used in classrooms.





Almost makes me NOT want to celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday with my students! :(

Hopkins Hoppin Blog Contest

‎Another fun opportunity to win some cool and creative items. Check out "Hopkins Hopping Blog."

10,000 Views Contest!!! 2 of you have the chance to win any product in my store for FREE! Lots of great stuff there especially for St. Patrick's Day. Contest ends Sunday at midnight!

All Aboard the Pinteresting Teacher Blog Train....

I love following so many AMAZING teacher blogs and I love Pinterest!! Together some wonderful teachers have "teamed" up to offer you a possible chance to win $200.00 from Amazon. We all know that Amazon is a favorite shopping destination for teachers, so climb aboard the Pinterest/Blog Train. :)

Click (HERE) and repin the "Pinteresting Teacher Blog" pin to your newly created board. Pin the link to your board. Then repin the 12 blogs sites to your new board. Don't forget to complete the short questionnaire!

Good luck to all of you deserving teachers!

I promise to get better at this blogging. I am currently in the process of changing my class website, so my blogging will have to take a back seat...but, don't give up on me. I haven't figured out how to grab buttons to add to my blog site either....any suggestions?

Enjoy your weekend!

Fantastic February Giveaway.....

Yes, it's true....Kindergarten Lifestyle is teaming up with some other AMAZING and CREATIVE bloggers. They are offering a couple of lucky winners a chance to own some of their resources to use in your classroom. Head over and check out her site. I know you'll love it!

Happy Groundhog's Day!

What can I say....it has been way too long!  I have admired everyone's blogs for so long and now I can get busy with mine.  I had DreamLikeMagic design this "Magical" blog site for me.  I think she did such an AMAZING job creating this template.....absolutely perfect for  "The Paisley Apple" title and my "Dots On Chocolate" classroom theme.  If you are in need of a new look, be sure to check out her CREATIVE work over at Etsy.

I would also like to say, "Thank You," to all of you creative teachers that I have purchased resources from at Teachers Pay Teachers, Teaching Oasis, Teacher's Clubhouse, ThistleGirl Designs, and Teacher's Notebook this year.  I am a very busy mom of four, with twins that are just 4 years old and I teach second grade full-time.  Needless-to-say, I am super busy and don't always find time to create my own exciting and engaging resources.  These teacher sites have been a blessing for me.   Another "Thank You," to all of you awesome teachers who have graciously provided endless freebies through your blogs.  I do hope I can get busy and share some of my own creations with you all.

Enjoy the rest of your week!

Returning to the Classroom

I can't believe how excited I get about returning to my bare classroom.  What will my theme be?  How will I arrange my room?  How will I set-up my desks?  How many students will I have the honor of teaching?  I love shopping for new school supplies, especially Crayola Crayons for 25 cents, Crayola Colored Pencils for 87 cents, and Crayola Markers for 1.00 each.  You can never have too many of Crayola products.  Of course, Elmer's Glue for 25 cents and spiral notebooks for 5 cents is a big deal also.  I'll be preparing treat bags for the kids this year besides a special new pencil.  Speaking of treat bags....I love the cello bags filled with gold fish and the tag reads,  "Welcome...You're O'FISH'ally a 2nd grader now!"  I also like the water bottles tied with a single pack of Kool-Aid.  "It is KOOL to be in School!"  So much to do and so little time!  I'll have to post pictures as my rooms comes together.  Yeah for a new school year....the excitement is always so real!!

Happy Birthday, America!

Wishing you all a Happy 4th of July!  May red, white, and blue rain down on you!

Welcome....

I am new to blogging, but have been INSPIRED by so many other AMAZING teachers, that I decided to give it a try.  My BLOG title came about because the "paisley" design is a classy pattern of scrolls, swirls, flowers and dots that change every so slightly as it is repeated.....just reminded me of teachers sharing of ideas!  The apple is an obvious symbol for all teachers out there that do what they love doing!


My goal is to share my passion for teaching, creative ideas, memorable teaching experiences, effective lessons (freebies and Teachers-Pay-Teachers), special student moments (out of the mouths of students), teacher tidbits that have helped make me a better teacher (organization ideas, my favorite things I love to use in the classroom), and a little about my special family....they motivate me to be a better wife, mom, and TEACHER!  


So, follow along if you have a passion for what you do.....Together we CAN make a difference!