This is such a great deal!  180 word problem labels, 8"x11" word problem displays, and journal inserts to use if you don't want to print the labels.  Yep, that's 180 word problems on the 2nd and 3rd grade levels. 

http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/180-Word-Problem-Labels-Journal-Inserts-and-Matching-Display-Problems-1322124

Have you ever done something that you know will come back to hurt you but you know it's the right thing to do?  Well, that's where I'm at now.  I have been asked to take on the responsibility of raising my little sister's baby until she is able to care for the child.  The baby is due in early March and I am willing to step in and love this baby with all of my heart.  BUT...I know first hand how difficult it is to give the child back after being the child's mother for several years.  I know this because I, along with my husband and mom, raised my sister's first daughter for the first 4 years of her life and then right when we were about to adopt her... BAM!  Her father, who had very little contact with her, changed his mind and decided to become a dad.  I cannot begin to tell you how we felt.  It was heartbreaking.  However, we are very thankful that over the last 5 years her biological father still allows us lots of visitation with her.  She pretty much spends her whole summer with us along with all of her school breaks.  So, here we go again...To love and let go.

 

Behavior Tracking at its best!  Allowing students the opportunity to improve their behavior promotes positive attitudes instead of a defeated mindset.  I created this adorable owl and chevron set for a friend's owl themed classroom.  I need to make this to fit my cafe themed classroom. 

http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Owl-and-Chevron-Themed-Behavior-Clip-Chart-1426825

POW TIDE Informative Writing Power Point for First Grade.  This is great!  I also have one for Second Grade.  :) 

http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/POW-TIDE-Power-Point-for-First-Grade-1414765