Standardized Testing

Tomorrow starts the ARMT+, Alabama's state standardized testing. How do you stress the importance of the test without your students being a nervous wreck? There are so many rules and regulations that must be followed-only #2 pencils, no leaving the classroom, no books at your desk, no electronic devices in the room, etc. Our students are fully aware of the consequences of filing an irregularity report. Sure, I want my students to do their very best and follow all the rules, but I want them to be relaxed. Have we pushed our students too far where they can't relax during the test? Are they scared of  "The State Department?" Just say a prayer calm nerves and clear minds. I know my students are the best! I know I have done the very best I can!

My Standardized Testing Linky Party is still running. {Click here} for fun test preparation links. Be sure to add any links you use, too.

~Cara

Linky Party for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Bloggers

Fabulous 4th Grade Froggies is hosting a Linky Party to connect 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade bloggers. {Click here} to join her Linky Party. Add your own blog while finding lots of great new blogs to follow. I can't wait to see all the new blogs I discover! 

~Cara

Standardized Testing Linky Party

It is that time of year that our minds turn to standardized testing. Let us share some of the best resources we use to help prepare our students to be successful on their tests. Include links, teaching ideas, and resources. We will even take great stress relievers for you and your students. 

~Cara

Share It Sunday

Sunday is going to be my day to share with you some of the great blogs I follow. Thanks to you all for sharing such great resources that help us all in our daily instruction.

However, today I'm sharing my blog. In fact, I just started it yesterday, but I can't wait for it to grow and build. So, I am joining Lesson Plan Diva's Linky Party. Please take time to view my Facebook page. I can't wait to view all of your blogs!

~Cara