Record's Reading Rewards!

Since PCSC will no longer be participating in the Accelerated Reader (AR) program, I will be implementing a new reading program for my teaching team.  I have joined Reading Rewards -  See it here!  The purpose of this program is to build a culture of reading in my classroom.  I am looking forward to my students' reading interest growing!

Click here for a short YouTube video that explains the features of the program.

Good reads

Here is a link to some great book reviews . . . check it out :)

http://www.reading.org/general/Publications/blog/BlogSinglePost/reading-today-online/2013/07/17/children%27s-books-that-make-us-linger#.Uefsbeij9yW

The "R" Word

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EttbX8EsyM4&feature=share

Click this link to watch an amazing video with a timeless message.   This is my cousin, Natalie's, class. This is such an amazing message, and I would love for you to take the time to watch! Natalie is holding the word "painful" and in "The 'Hip to my Hop'" clip. I ♥ you, Natalie Rae!

End of the Year Letter to My Shining Stars

May 2013

Dear students,

Our time together is coming to an end.  I want each of you to know that I am proud of your growth this school year.  It was my goal that each of you would leave my classroom “nest”
with the ability to read, write, and think on a higher level.  I have witnessed each and every one of you achieve this goal, and I am truly proud of you!!!

I hope that you have felt cared for and academically challenged while you were in my classroom this year.  I take my role as your teacher very seriously.  I hope to leave you with pleasant memories, academic confidence, and new knowledge.  I also hope that you leave my classroom “nest” with a great sense of community and the strength of a positive attitude.

I would like you to remember something that Martha Washington said . . . “The greatest part of our happiness depends on our dispositions, not our circumstances.”  The key to greatness, contentment, and happiness lies within you.  Make wise choices, and never forget the golden rule.

In the years to come, I hope you will come back to visit me, and also remember our time together with a smile on your face and a warmth in your heart.

Always be a shining star!



All the best!




Mrs. Shelly Record
srecord@plymouth.k12.in.us

Free Online Books!

http://www.doe.in.gov/improvement/hoosier-family-readers

This site offers THOUSANDS of FREE online books!  More than 3,000 digital books from Capstone and additional publishing partners, ranging from illustrated and picture books to chapter books, graphic novels, literary non-fiction, photo and informational texts spanning multiple eras and cultures.

Simply click on "myOn Books" to login.

School:  Hoosier Family of Readers, Indiana Department of Education
Username:  Read
Password:  Read

Thank you, Peyton Manning!

 

Peyton Manning donated an autographed picture for my class's reading auction!  The kids are so pumped!

Educational Videos and Games for Kids

http://www.neok12.com/  is an amazing site for kiddos from grades K - 12.  Students learn best from "seeing" and "doing."  So, here's one of the best collections of FREE online educational videos, lessons, quizzes, games, and puzzles! 

Young Adult (YA) Books

http://booksarebread.blogspot.com/

This is a great blog to read about YA book reviews.  Great for parents to review this link for students who read in a higher lexile range.

Do you have a FAVORITE AUTHOR???

http://www.readingrockets.org/books/interviews/

Check out this link for video podcasts of some amazing author interviews!  Parents, help get your kids interested in authors and the stories behind their amazing books!

Book List by Theme

http://www.readingrockets.org/books/booksbytheme/

Here is a web link for some great kids books, organized by theme!  Parents and kids, check it out!