Well folks, it's a brand new month. That means my entire store is 10% off for the first three days and you can snag my latest First of the Month Freebie (see the bottom of this message for details!). Also, the time has finally come for me to share my secret... my husband and I are expecting our first baby in July 2018! After moving back to the States from Japan, buying a house, and getting married last July, I thought we'd already been through enough changes to last us awhile, but this is the most exciting change yet. Now that I've started my second trimester, I'm ready to share the news with my students, too! (Last week, my students discovered I don't have any kids yet, and one told me, "You should get a son, they're fun!" Little do they know I might have one on the way!) My Teacher is Having a Baby Activity Packet I've got a bunch of activities planned for a fun "baby day" in first grade. We're not going to find out if we're having a boy a girl, but if we were, I'd be all about these gender reveal puzzles :) Also coming up in February, I can't wait to teach my firsties all about Theodore Roosevelt and the history of teddy bears. It's an awesome way to combine Presidents' Day and Valentines Day into one interesting lesson! Read all about it here. Theodore Roosevelt and the History of Teddy Bears And finally, it's time for a First of the Month Freebie! My kiddos have been having a tough time catching onto the "make ten" addition strategy, so I made these worksheets to reinforce the concept. Free: Make Ten Addition Strategy Worksheets Free: Make Ten Addition Strategy Worksheets Happy teaching! From Erika @ Little Owl's Teacher Treats

If your child's teacher is expecting, here's some great tips to help you host a classroom baby shower that is bound to be a huge success.

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This freebie has a few fun resources for teachers expecting a new addition to their family. I have also included versions for those families who are adopting an infant or an older child. Contents *Prediction worksheets (6) - printables for your students to fill in their predictions about your upc...

Baby shower activities for kids - Inviting kids to your baby shower? Here are easy and fun baby shower activities loved by kids AND adults.

Baby shower word search is a fun game where guests will search for the hidden words related with baby and pregnancy. Simply download, print and play.

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An Asian Inspired baby shower is a unique way to celebrate. Get inspired with these favors, decorations and ideas. Find fun, colorful, creative ideas here!

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Your child's teacher or a special family member is having a baby, get the kids to write their own advice. From how to change diapers - how to get it to stop crying. Fun stuff!

Kinsey French, a special education teacher from Kentucky, not only got engaged in front of her whole class, but also invited her students, all with Down Syndrome, to the ceremony. On June 3rd the whole class from Christian Academy Rock Creek became flower girls and ring bearers and led their teacher down the aisle.

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The guests have 1 minute to come up with baby names for each letter of the alphabet. The guests with the most names wins! Use the Sew Loved Shop's free, editable, printable canva template baby shower games!

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This hand punched heart shaped confetti is a perfect addition to your next event! The confetti is punched from vintage orchestra sheet music. The confetti consists of 2 sizes of hearts approximately 1/2 and 1 inch in size. Utilize this confetti for your next wedding, birthday, baby shower, party for a music teacher, the list goes on! Amounts can be adjusted for your needs. The confetti will be packaged in a clear cellophane bag and can be packaged in specific quantities, just send a note!

Dr. Seuss Book Graduation Gift Tradition! Have your kid's teachers sign your copy of this book every year. Give it to them as a Graduation Gift!

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Are you planning a baby shower? Make the event fun and memorable and keep the mom-to-be and guests entertained by trying the baby shower games listed here.

This Tale of Peter Rabbit right left game is fun gift or prize giving. Read the story. Pass the prizes left or right. Great for school, parties, or Easter.

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--------------------------------------------- Back to School Activities Name Game: Hello children, here we are, At school from near and far. Today we are going to play a game. Please stand when I call your name. Note: This can be used when attendance is taken. How Do You Do? (Tune: "If You're Happy and You Know It") Good morning, (student's first name and last). How are you? Good morning, (student's first name and last). How are you? How are you this special day? We're glad you came to play. Good morning, (student's first name and last). How are you? Teacher shakes each student's hand as verse is sung. This is What We Do At School (Tune: "Mulberry Bush") This is the way we go to school, go to school, go to school. This is the way we go to school so early in the morning. This is the way we walk in the hall... This is the way we hang up our coats... This is the way we sit at our desks... This is the way we ask for help... This is the way we walk to lunch... (add additional phrases to teach classroom rules) Drop the Blanket Name Game Students are divided into two teams. Each team sits on the floor facing the other team. A blanket is held by two volunteers (teacher and a student) between the two groups. Each team then quietly chooses one member of their team to sit just behind the blanket and ahead of their own team. At this point the chosen individuals are sitting facing each other, but concealed by the blanket. The blanket is then dropped and the two students quickly identify his opponent. A point is scored for the team who shouts out the opposing person's name first. Modification: Each team can reveal a verbal clue describing the chosen individual directly behind the blanket, prior to the dropping of the blanket. How Well Do You Know Me? Divide students into groups of two. Students must attempt to answer the following questions about their partner. Even if they don't know the answer, encourage them to guess for more fun. After both students have answered all of the questions, students will share with their partners. Students should correct their answers without erasing their original guesses. 1. What is this student's first name? 2. What is this student's middle name? 3. What is this student's last name? 4. How long has this student lived in this city? 5. How many siblings does this student have? 6. Does this student like to swim? 7. Does this student like sports? 8. What is this student's favorite sport? 9. In which month is this student's birthday? 10. Does this student have any pets? What kind of pets? 11. What is this student's favorite subject? 12. What is this student's favorite game? 13. What is this student's favorite TV show? 14. What is this student's favorite movie? 15. To where has this student gone on vacation? 16. What is this student's special talents? 17. Who is this student's favorite famous person? 18. What is this student's favorite color? 19. What is this student's least favorite subject? 20. What does this student want to be when he/she grows up? Here is a printable version of this name game. It is a little different and can be found HERE. Listening Game Students should start and stop each activity after receiving a predetermined cue. (lights on/off, small bell, hand clap, throat clearing, etc.)  Can we walk in place slowly?  Can we walk in place fast?  Can we run in place slowly?  Can we run in place fast?  Can we hop in place slowly?  Can we hop in place fast?  Can we slide to the left or side slowly?  Can we slide to the right or side fast?  Can we gallop forward slowly?  Can we gallop backwards fast?  Can we skip forward slowly?  Can we skip backwards fast?  Can we jump forward just a little bit at a time?  Can we jump backwards just a little bit at a time?  Can we stand on our right foot and balance ourselves for 10 seconds?  Can we stand on our left foot and balance ourselves for 10 seconds?  Can we hop on our right foot in a circle?  Can we hop on our left foot in a circle?  Can we jump from left to right?  Can we hop from left to right?  Can we bend over and touch our toes with our fingers?  Can we reach for the sky with our arms?  Can we lie on our stomachs and jump up as quickly as possible?  Can we lie on our backs and jump up as quickly as possible?  Can we stand in place and jump as high as we can?  Can we slide to the left and jump?  Can we slide to the right and jump?  Can we stand on our left foot and hop forward?  Can we stand on our right foot and hop forward?  Can we stand on our left foot and hop backward?  Can we stand on our right foot and hop backward? How Do You Do? Play this game outside. It resembles Drop the Handkerchief. Have the students make a large circle and remain standing. Choose one student to start. Have the game starter walk around the outside of the circle and stop behind one person and say, "Hi, I'm ____." The other student turns around and says, "Hi, I'm ____." They then shake hands saying, "How do you do, how do you do, how do you do?" Each then runs in opposite directions around the circle saying "How do you do's" when they meet. The first one back to the spot where the "How do you do's" began is the one to introduce him/herself to another. The game goes on. Memory Name Game Choose a student to start the game. This student says their name and tells about an activity that they enjoy. The student then develops a movement to represent this activity. The next student in the group or row then stands up and repeats step one for him/herself. Then this student has to repeat what the first student has said and the movement the previous student did. These steps are repeated with all the students until everyone has had a turn or the students can go no further. The last student has the hardest job of remembering all the names and movements. Modifications: With younger students, instead of going through the whole class, you can play by individual row or table. 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People need to deal with their own emotions. In recent times, it has become a sort of culture to feeling sorry for a person who likes you even if you don't reciprocate their feelings. And it is seen as rude if you are honest and tell them straight up. I am not at all saying

The end of the school year is a crazy time. (Crazy might actually be an understatement.) We are dealing with testing, assemblies, field trips, field day, cleaning up our rooms, and more. This often leaves us tired and overwhelmed with weird little chunks of time to fill. I always loved reading picture books during these times.

This is a 20 question analogies worksheet. It is good for practice, review, or even as a quiz. Analogies range in difficulty. It was designed with 4th graders in mind, but can be used with lower grades or even upper grades. Answers may vary.•Answer key included !We appreciate your comments and ratin...