Horseshoe classroom layout

Decided on a U shape for the Benefit of Kids' Presentations Way back in July, when I was pondering the task of setting up my new classroom, I reached out via Twitter to my amazing network of educators around the world and asked for help. On the Voicethread and in written comments here, many insightful "tweeps" gave me input on how to set up the room. Here are some pictures that show my room as it is right now, along with the rationale for my set-up. Our "Best Writing" Display and Small Group…

I went back to work in my classroom today and made a lot of progress. I found a pack of square cork boards on sale for around 5 dollars at target and decided to cover them with scrapbook paper. The paper fit perfectly so it didn't even require any cutting. I think they look great and really brighten up my desk area. I added some pictures and the school calendar. I also covered my desk with wallpaper. I used a hot glue gun for that. Here is a close up of my office hours sign. These are times…

The view as you walk into my room. Other side of the room view. Supply Area Reading Area(Kindergarten starts class with a story.)

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Here's last year's classroom. It wasn't really how I wanted it to be either, but it was better than the first year. I hate not being organized, but I still found myself not being organized last year. I didn't take most of these pictures until October, hence the Halloween decorations! Hopefully this year I'll be proud to show my pictures, not embarrassed, LOL! Enjoy :) First day back into my room! So plain and boring!! I can't believe how empty it is at the beginning of the year. My favorite…

It’s time for a little classroom tour 🙂 These pictures were taken a bit before I finished everything up, so some walls are not complete 🙂 It took me a while to get everything ready, so I hope you enjoy! This is my front wall. Even though I have a woodland theme, I allowed myself ... Read More about Classroom Tour