Archive for May, 2010
Almost summer
Posted in What I'm reading on May 28, 2010| 9 Comments »
Two contests – are you in?
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged contest on May 23, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Remember this post? And how about this one? There is still time for you to send me your ideas for book clubs and for packing up at the end of the school year. The deadline is June 1 and the winners will received either an “author visit” from me via phone, or a signed copy of Spaces & Places.
Send your ideas and photos to d.diller@live.com by June 1 – winner will be announced June 5! Hope to hear from you soon!
Packing up?
Posted in Classroom tips, tagged packing up, Spaces & Places on May 18, 2010| 1 Comment »
It’s that time of the year when you might start to think about packing up your classroom for the summer. The task can be daunting, right? But I am sure that you all have some great ideas for sorting through classroom materials, deciding what stays and what goes, organizing so that you will remember in August where you put things and planning for the following school year.
How do you pack up your classroom? Any tips or advice for your fellow teachers? Send them to d.diller@live.com, along with a photo and a brief description of what you do. The best idea will win a signed copy of Spaces & Places!
Sign up for Peace Partners
Posted in Peace Partners on May 13, 2010| Leave a Comment »
If all you have is two minutes to take a breath from your hectic day, then sign up for Peace Partners! Each Monday and Friday you will receive a message from me with an inspirational message to carry you through your week. You can see a collection of these messages on my Peace Partners page.
To sign up, simply send en e-mail to d.diller@live.com
Whisperphone fun at IRA
Posted in Classroom materials on May 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »

This photo was taken at IRA. Steve is showing me the kinds of fun kids can have with the Whisper Phone. Check them out that http://www.whisperphone.com!
Mini classroom makeovers yield more space for students
Posted in Classroom makeovers on May 5, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Getting organized
Posted in Great classroom spaces on May 4, 2010| 1 Comment »

Little books and questions from http://www.readinga-z.com are color-coded and stored in small boxes on a countertop for easy access
Classroom store
Posted in Classroom tips on May 1, 2010| Leave a Comment »