Summer time and the living’s easy

I love teaching.  I love the beach. I love the amazing So Cal bloggers/teachers who I’ve become friends with.  We got together and decided to share a bit about our little towns and the beach life that so many of us are lucky to live in! I’m so incredibly lucky to have been raised at […]

Guest Blogger: iPods and Differentiation with Miss Peluso

Hey there! It’s Gina from Miss Peluso’s Kindergarten.  I am SO beyond excited to be here today blogging for the amazing Kristen! Thanks for the opportunity, doll! I am fairly new to the blogging scene, so if you haven’t stumbled upon my blog yet, I hope that this post will make you want to hop […]

Five for Friday: San Diego, Beach Time, and Classroom Prep. and a Giveaway

I’ve loved blogging and creating resources to use in my classroom and I’m grateful for what Teachers Pay Teachers has brought me.  I’ve loved connecting with new friends through Instagram and Facebook.  I’ve learned so much from all of you…BUT…it’s put a bit of pressure on me to be on top of things rather than […]

Adorable jewelry made from recycled books like Cinderella, Dr. Seuss, Where’s Waldo, and more {Giveaway}

I received THE most adorable gift in the mail today from a fellow So Cal girl who is super talented and creative.  How stinkin’ cute is the packaging.  I loved that the gift was wrapped up in a map and tied with a precious ribbon. The thoughtful packaging let me know that there was something […]

Teachers Going to Vegas and an Erin Condren Giveaway

Las Vegas is just 1 week away and I’m beyond excited to meet so many other teacher bloggers who I’ve stalked, admired, and become friends with! If you haven’t heard, some of my bloggy friends and I are meeting up after the big Teachers Pay Teachers conference. Over 50 of us will be meeting {let’s […]

Currently July and needing more Balance

I’ve already been out of school for a week and feel like I’ve done nothing.  I’ve been staying up too late and sleeping in like it’s going out of style.  I’ve linked up with Farley again for July! I’m slowly catching up on the Bachelorette.  I typically give up halfway through the season because 2-3 […]

Monday Made It: Crazy with Spray Paint, Numbered Clothespins, and Vegas

Since I have a plan for next year, my mind simply won’t shut off.  Normally during the summer, I travel to somewhere tropical and spend a lot of time at the beach. Maldives Tahiti Thailand   Thailand This summer, I’ve decided to create pretty things.  I’ve put away my passport and transformed into a Spray […]

Five for Friday, a new job, freebies, a VEGAS meet up and a Giveaway

It’s amazing how much blogging can get down when I’m not teaching.  I’ve been working like a crazy woman this week and have loved creating new items and even broke out the laminator.  I’ve even chosen to work rather than spend time at the beach.  My creativity this week has been beyond.  BUT…I vow to […]