Decor Galore: Get Your Decorating On!

Hi friends! I know, I know...summer is gone! Well, almost anyways. That means that it is time to start getting that room in order and ready for all of those sweet kiddos that you are about to meet. I have just finished the last of my decor packs (all 16 of them), so I wanted to share all of them here with you just in case you are looking for some decor for your home away from home. I mean, let's be honest....most of us spend as much time {if not more} in our classrooms than we do in our actual home. 

All decor packs will be ON SALE today and tomorrow! 

Here is a basic outline of each unit. This will show you what each pack includes (Pattern choices are below). Your download will also include an editable file where you will be able to add student names, numbers, your own classroom jobs, etc.

I have all of that (above) in 16 different themes and patterns. All of the packs below are in my TPT shop. Click on the picture to check it out! 

This is my "White" line. These are also available with black backgrounds below. 

More Patterns:

Other Themes: 

And I even have animals...

Happy Decorating! 

 

Summer Updates (Units, Freebies, and Giveaways)

This summer seems to be going by in a blink.  I've been busy creating, completing professional development, attending conferences, moving classrooms (twice), and playing on vacation.  

If you haven't kept up to speed with me, here are a few updates...

I created three new decor packs.  The whimsical decor packs are sure to add a bit of fun to any classroom.  I'm planning a Butterflies in Disguise year for myself!  I have tons of visuals on my blog in separate blog post: (Butterflies in Disguise), (Funky Sock Monkeys), and (Hipster Monsters). Links embedded in each of the parentheses.  The image below will route you to my store where you can also pick up freebies for each decor set.

Speaking of freebies, did you catch my Seven Habits Posters?  They are bright, fun, and sure to inspire the kiddos when learning of the Seven Oaks!

I updated a few files this summer.  If you've already purchased my Behavior Clip Chart, CHAMPS, and Picture Job Cards, you can redownload the files!

 

I also created a few new files!  The two newest are my Classroom Door Hangers and Bucket Filler Display.  I'm in love with both these files!!!

Looking for additional freebies?  I have a couple more under my Fan Freebies on Facebook.  You can link by clicking the graphic below...

If that wasn't enough, I have a HUGE giveaway going on right now.  It's for $125 worth of OfficeMax goodies.  All the prizes picture below are in the giveaway (including the $50 gift card).  This package will go to one lucky winner.  Link over through the picture below...

There is sooo much happening in this post!  I'd love to giveaway a unit to three people.  All I ask is pin the picture of the unit you'd like (Pin-it to Win-it).  Copy the link to your pin in the comments below.  I will use a random generator here on Friday for the winners.  Don't forget an email!

Do You Use Take-Home Readers?

My students and parents LOVE that I send home take-home reading books. In this pack, I explain EVERYTHING you need to know about how to set up a take-home reading system in your classroom!

Come check them out!!! :)

New Design and a New Way to Follow!

Hi! I'm Lynda from Curls and a Smile! 

We are so super excited about all the changes that have been made to our awesome blog!

 We have had an ADORABLE update to our blog design thanks to the AMAZING work of

Erin Blecki of Creating & Designing

and our own

Erica Bohrer, Deedee Wills, Ashley Hughes and Cara Carroll!

It's completely adorable and all of us here at Blog Hoppin' want to say
 THANK YOU you for the new, fresh look!

Now, I am sure that many of you have heard all the buzz about how Google Reader has ended as of yesterday. Google Reader was a way to stay in touch with all your favorite blogs, all in one place. It's where I, and probably most of you, followed all my blogs. Now, its gone.....sad face!

But....

Even though Google Reader is no longer available, we now have a FABULOUS new option!

Blog Lovin'

Don't you just love the name?

It's a great website that allows you many of the same functions as google reader, including keeping all your favorite blogs all in one place.

The first thing you need to do is create and account.
Go to www.bloglovin.com

You can create an account using your email or using your facebook credentials.

 Once you have set up, Blog Lovin' will send you an email to verify your email.

 Once you have created the account, you can import the blogs that you follow on google reader.

  Then you are going to follow the sign in directions to import your blogs from Google Reader.

 Tah Dah! Now you have all your blogs in one fabulous place!

You can search categories for all types of blogs, add blogs to your feed through a search and even make folders/groups for your blogs for easy access! Be adventurous and explore the site!

We would love for you to follow Blog Hoppin' on Blog Lovin'!
Just click and connect!

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Parent and Student End of Year Gifts

The year is winding down and I went shopping today to gather my gifts for my parents and students!  Reality is setting in that the year is almost over. I LOVE my class so much!!! I'll miss them.  But... I say that every year.  My husband gets annoyed because he says that I say every year that "this class is my favorite". :)

For my parent volunteers, I bought a large pitcher from the Dollar Tree

 and a container of Crystal Light.

For my students, I bought a box of character Band-Aids and some sticky hands.

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