During my first practicum, I implemented a writing routine in the grade 2/3 class based on Adrienne Gear’s book called Powerful Writing Structures. For one of the weeks, I used an anchor book from her list of recommendations. It was If I Built a House by Chris Van Dusen and the kids absolutely loved it.
For EDUC 398, Curriculum & Instruction in Math and Science Using ADST, one of the requirements was to complete the first unit of the Math Minds online course.
For Educ 401 taught by Pam Kawinsky
My dream classroom is a cozy and inviting environment that encourages learning. To achieve this within a primary classroom, resources will be intentionally chosen for creating a classroom library, separate spaces within the room, along with resources that provide exposure to knowledge and inspiration for students.
Brain Pocket Strategies to Support a Year-Long Writing Program
By Adrienne Gear
I became familiar with this resource during my first practicum. I was in a grade 2/3 split class and my coaching teacher suggested that I follow Adrienne Gear’s writing structure.
By Joanna Faber and Julie King
I listened to this audio book before the start of my first practicum in order to have some tools for talking to kids. Although I’ve worked in schools for a few years, I don’t have kids of my own and I wanted to have more confidence and understanding when talking to little kids.