Teach to Reach All

Dear Blog Friends,

I began Langston's Learners over a year ago as a way to connect families with the daily happenings of our classroom. Since then, many teachers have began to follow us. Which I LOVE! I am passionate about teaching first grade, but also enjoy reaching out and helping other teachers.  Therefore, I created Teach to Reach All.  I am so excited about this new adventure! This blog is designed specifically for teachers. I will not only share what I am doing in my classroom, but give tips on creating a community of learners where all students thrive. Though, I hope you will continue to follow Langston's Learners, please hop on over and follow my new blog.

Around Town

Cincinnati has so much to offer!  You can find amazing daily events...especially in the summer.  This weekend, in Madeira, Madcap Puppet Theater is coming to McDonald Commons.  They will be performing "Tales of Flight with the Wright Brothers" at 11:00 AM on July 16th. 

Yoga Home is having a week long summer camp for kids ages 5-12 in August.  There are two sessions to choose from...one in Oakley and one in Symmes Township (Mason).  Click here for more info.

Hope you're are enjoying the summer!

Mr. Popper's Penguins

Each January, I read aloud Mr. Popper's Penguins as we study Penguins and other arctic animals.  It is a favorite among first graders. It is a classic, written in 1938 by Richard and Florence Atwater. The students just love the story.  When I heard about the movie I was so excited.  We learned that it was "loosely" based on the book. Even though we knew it would not be like the story, the students and I decided to take a summer "field trip."  So on Tuesday, I met all the families that were able to attend to watch the newly released film. 

Let me tell you, it was a hit! I think I was laughing more at the students laughing than the film. I believe the children would give the film five stars.  It was great! They did a great job turning the classic into a more modern tale. I definately recommend taking the entire family.

It was great to see the children. I know we have only been out for three weeks, but it seems like much longer. The children are enjoying their summer by swimming, particpating in camps, and traveling.

Have a great weekend!  Happy Fourth of July!!

Howdy Friends!

We have been celebrating Right to Read Week all week.  It is a Western theme.  Andy the Armadillo fom Texas Roadhouse came out to visit and read to the students.  Today was western day.  Students dressed in western attire.

Flying Pigs

Just wanted to send a shout out to my team members who ran the relay yesterday in the Flying Pig Marathon.  So proud of them!

Art Show 2011

This year Milford held a district Art Show.  It was so neat to see the artwork of students in Grades 1-12. Here are some pieces featured from students in our class...

 

I loved seeing my students' work and I enjoyed seeing what all the students in Milford have been creating. But what was also special, was seeing work featured from students I had years ago.  I was surprised to find two 10th grade pieces featured next to each other.  Both artists were from my first class!  As a first grade teacher, it was such a treat to see how these artists have grown.  I wish they had been there.

Literacy and Laughter Giveaway

My friend Amy is having an adorable book give away on her blog.  It features the new book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal.  This plus That: Life's Little Equations is fun book celebrating parts that create something wonderful when put together.  Wishes + Frosting = Birthdays.  I can see using this book as a model to create our own version.

Here's another fun book that takes a new look at equations.  It has become a favorite in our classroom

You can click on the books to check them out on Amazon.  Be sure to check out Amy's blog at Literacy and Laughter.