2nd grade resources & more
This post has to be quick! So much to do and like usual… NEVER enough time to do it! I need like 4 more hours in my day, ya’ know what I am sayin’?! LOL! This week we’ve moved into fractions. I love teaching fractions… I am not really sure why. Maybe because fractions lend themselves so nicely to food… Read More
There is LOTS of controversy surrounding phonics instruction these days. Whole language, spelling lists, direct phonics instruction…They are all good teaching strategies in my opinion and each has their place in the classroom. At my school, we’ve made the switch from a traditional spelling routine (spelling lists, memorization of words, test on Friday) to a more “real-world” approach to phonics… Read More
Now, I love getting inspiration from the internet. It is sooo easy, with Pinterest and so many great teacher blogs… but I’ve forgotten that some of the best ideas come from classrooms that are just across the hall (or in my case, the building down the hall). This week I was lucky enough to steal a few minutes away from… Read More
So here’s a little about me… My name is Leigh Langton and I LOVE TEACHING!!! I’ve been teaching for 6 years here in the beautiful “Sunshine State” of Florida. I’ve been blessed enough to stay in second grade for that time and thank my lucky stars every year when they decide not to move me! Second grade is truly where… Read More
Welcome and thanks for stopping by! I am so excited to start my teacher resource and ideas blog! This will be a place to share ideas, discuss what’s happening in my classroom and other AWESOME classrooms, and to generally connect with other teachers around the world. Staying connected is what powers the creative mind that is teaching and I hope… Read More
