Prefixes

I took this linguistic class in college that was the hardest class I ever took.  It was part of my reading specialist certificate (a title they shortly later got rid of).  I worked harder than I had in any other class and really learned a lot (and I still mess up more than I should!).  I don't think I earned higher than a B in there, but it was well earned.  I made pretty good grades in college, but I think I was more proud of that B than other better grades.  Isn't that funny about hard work, how rewarding it is? 

Maybe it started in that linguistic class, but I really love working with prefixes with my kiddos. 

I was making up some prefix stuff for my kiddos this year and thought I'd stick them in the shop.  Apparently, other teachers are working on the same skills because they're doing pretty well.

Each set has an introduction activity where you can present these prefixes and delve into the way they change words. 

Then each set has an application activity sheet.  This can be used dozens of ways.  It can be an in-class piece, a daily five tool, or an assessment sheet. 

I have a freebie so you can see what they're like and try it out without risk:

Prefixes that Mean Not  mis, un, dis, im, in

The other sets are available separately and in a bundle:

Prefixes that mean before or again pre, re

Prefixes in, im, il, ir

mid, over, out, bi. de

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Prefixes that mean NOT (mis, un, dis, in, im) 

prefixes that mean before and again pre- re- 

prefix- mid, over, out, bi, de 

prefixes that mean not (in, im, il, ir) 

Bundle Pack

artifact investigation- hands on primary sources activity

We did one of my favorite social studies projects at school.  My third graders love this.  They are old enough to come up with good, thoughtful idea, but not so old that they figure out all of my artifacts too quickly.  

This is super fun and easy and you can bring it to your classroom too!

After learning about artifacts being a primary source in your social studies curriculum (we use McGraw Hill in my 3rd grade classroom) students are ready to become archaeologist. They will explore one of your collected ‘artifacts,’ record information and details about it, and make a guess for the item’s intended use.

                                      

I usually group my students in partners for this. Each does their own paper, but they share an artifact and talk about their ideas together. I love to listen as they talk it out. 

                                                     

You will need to do a little digging and collecting to find some items to use as artifacts. Keep an eye out at garage sales, search your kitchen drawers, sewing box, garage, yard barn, craft room, tool box, etc. I found most of my items during an initial search and have added a few new pieces slowly over the past few years. 

Here are the items in my artifact box:  
                  

One of my students’ favorite parts is when I tell them what the item really is after they present their ideas.  You can sure create the items you need for this project on your own, but I've got everything you need all put together in a product in my shop, From The Hive.    

Artifact Investigation- a primary sources project

You find the artifacts and I've got the rest covered.  I've included detailed teacher's notes, an informational piece about artifacts as primary sources, and a recording sheet.

Artifact Investigation- a primary sources project

catching up- thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is brought to you in picture and caption form only.  Cause basically it's April.  

It was time for family games again.  

My brother took the kids for motorcycle rides on my dad's bike.  The Bible says we can't live in fear, right?  This mama was watching closely though!

Nephew love.  Oh my, I could eat this little dude up with a spoon. 

My dad won chess against Lou, but was impressed with some of Lou's new strategies he's picked up at chess club.  

Hubby and I had to hand off the trophy to my sister and her hubby.  

We went to an escape room, which is like my favorite thing to do ever.  We were so close.  I blame a slight error in the room!

Meeting my littlest sister's new guy was a highlight.  I pretty much interviewed him the first chance I got!  Don't tell him, but we like him tons.  We'll keep him!  It's good for him to sweat a little though. 

We went to see my grandma. 

Puzzles, dinner, good company, a sweet toddler- a wonderful time was had. 

wax museum- plan your own!

This year's Wax Museum was as fun as ever.  My team decided to go as characters from Matilda.  I was Headmaster Trunchbull.  

The Trunch is a meanie.  My students thought it was hilarious.    Becuase seriously, I'm the third nicest person they know.  I'm always telling them that... I don't know who the first two are, but I'm probably third 

One of our teammates was on outside morning duty- she missed out on a few pics!  Here's Matilda's mom- Mrs. Wormwood, me as the Trunch, and Miss Honey.  

Third-grade teachers rock!

And here's Matilda joining us for a group picture.  

This was my last year to have one of my own kids involved in Wax Museum.  Here's Lou, my fifth grader, as a character from the early 1900s. 

Lou won best costume!  Finally!  I've been handmaking Lou and Bee's costumes for years and we finally brought home some hardware!  Lou is wearing a pair of his own shorts, a women's striped shirt (don't tell him it's a ladies shirt!), hat, and black shoes from the thrift store.  We borrowed suspenders from a Miley Cirus costume from a friend (again, shh...) and black soccer socks from his sister.  

He's come a long way in willingness to wear costumes.  

Wanna see other years?  Here's 2011, 2012, 2015,  2016, 2017

Our School's Wax Museum is a highlight of the year!  

So much hard work goes into it, but the product is super impressive.  

I now have  For sale in my shop is all the info you need to plan your own Wax Museum.

Inside you will find everything you need to organize your own classroom or even school-wide wax museum.   There are lots of pictures and even more teacher notes.   

Contents:

Teachers Notes

Project Description

Timeline

Other Ideas

Sample Speeches

Pictures

Research Planner for Students

Parent/Studnet Information Sheet

Rubric

 Here's the overall assignment for the kiddos: You will read a fiction book, then write and present a report about the author from a main character’s perspective. You will present their report in first person, as if you are the character, speaking about the author who created you –like you are a part of a Living Wax Museum.  

Here are a few favorites from this year.