TpT's Teacher Appreciation Sale

 

If ever there was a year that teachers deserved some extra love and appreciation, this is it. Every teacher that I know has gone above and beyond what anyone would have ever expected of them.

So this year's Teacher Appreciation Week is in sharp focus. 

If you're a teacher reading this, thank you. Thank you for juggling, adapting, learning (on the go), being flexible, being lenient, being patient, stressing, making it work, chucking what doesn't, and for sacrificing for your students. 

If it were within my power, I'd give you a massive bonus or raise and an extra month off to sleep straight through. 

Since I can't, I figured I would at least share TpT's Teacher Appreciation Sale which starts today and runs through tomorrow. Tons of stores are on sale. Lots of great products. And there are some awesome gift card giveaways happening on Instagram. If you are a Spanish teacher, go and enter to win a $100 gift card to TpT!

If you're a parent, don't forget about my FREE Thank You Writing Pages that your children can use to write their teachers a thank you note. They are in English and Spanish.

What It Means to Be a Teacher

Teachers. 

Right now, teachers from public, private, and charter schools are having a real time of it. So many of them are feeling the pressure to get back into the classroom in the middle of a pandemic and put their lives at risk. They are being asked to seriously consider what it means to be a teacher.

Our teachers are community heroes. And as they navigate these difficult times and make difficult decisions, we need to support them. 

I spotted this book in the pile next to my desk. After opening it and reading the entries, I knew I wanted to share it with you. 

What It Means to Be a Teacher (aff) is a small book dedicated to celebrating teachers. Inside are 150 entries that are meant to uplift or encourage teachers when they're having a rough day. 

This book is a vibrant and amusing way of recognizing the many hats that teachers wear as nurses, counselors, coaches, PR specialists, librarians, technology experts, writers and SO much more.

All the entries are presented so creatively that you could literally tear the pages of this book out and frame them to give as gifts. But the real gift is the book itself which is page after page of quotes that will make teachers laugh and smile. 

If you are looking for a way to tell your child's teacher(s) how much you appreciate them, then this is a lovely heartfelt gift that you can mail to them. 

Teacher Appreciation Week TpT Sale

It's Teacher Appreciation Week!

And as they do every year, TeachersPayTeachers is having a sitewide sale. NOW is the time to go through your wishlist and buy what you've been waiting for.

Everything in my store is fully discounted the maximum that they allow (20%), PLUS an extra 5% from TpT itself. Go and stock up, friends!

Here are a few suggestions...

Free Thank Your Writing Pages for Teacher Appreciation Week

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Lots of goodness coming your way this week, starting with these free thank-you-themed writing pages to share with your children. Teachers love hand-written notes from their students, so why not have your kids write a little thank you to their teachers for all the hard work they do?

There are eight different designs, each in two different styles (for beginner or advanced spellers). And, yes, they are all in English and Spanish. You can download them here in my TpT store. Or if you are signed up for the MommyMaestra newsletter, look for them in your inbox soon!

IN ADDITION: Don't forget that tomorrow, TpT's sitewide Teacher Appreciation Sale begins! Get up to 25% off my entire store. What a great time to stock up on those items you have on your wishlists! Or get ready for summer with educational - but super fun! - downloads, like these...

Enjoy!

Teacher Appreciation TpT Sitewide Sale May 8 - 9

You've worked hard this year. And you deserve something special for your dedication and commitment to teaching.

All of us over at TpT recognize that fact and want to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week! It doesn't matter what kind of teacher you are: public school, private school, homeschool, librarian, Spanish, ESL, whatever... We appreciate you all!!

I'm joining TpT in observing Teacher Appreciation Week so my ENTIRE TpT store will be on sale Tuesday and Wednesday, including these new items I recently posted:


Yes, I FINALLY bundled my popular 1-page reading passages. This particular bundle is made up of Hispanic holidays. Each one comes with a one-page reading passage on the history of the holiday, followed by a quiz with 7 - 8 questions, and the answer key. And yes, they are ALL available in English and Spanish.

Find it here in my TpT store.



I. Love. This. Packet!

I really do. It's made up of 7 fun activities for kids, all of them with a Mother's Day theme. Most (all?) of them would make great gifts for mom. Just make them in class and send them home.

You can find it here.


And don't forget that there are lots of fun printables for use during the summer, too!

Shark Week starts on July 22nd this year. I actually just finished adding three more activities to this kit and it is super fun. 

NOTE: NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH!

Find it here on TpT!

And are you road trippin' this summer? Say "NO" to boring car rides and "WEPA!" to fun bilingual travel games!

Find them here on TpT.


Are you introducing your children to the Magic Tree House series this summer? Or maybe you're reading it in Spanish? Check out my activity pages to accompany the first three books in English or Spanish!

You can either get it with both languages or save money by choosing just one language.

Find them all here.


I've already combed through my wishlist on TpT and have moved some of my favorite materials over to my cart in preparation. ;)

MommyMaestra's Teacher Appreciation Sale

It's Teacher Appreciation Week!

And teachers remain some of the most dedicated and caring figures in a child's life. I can still remember many of my favorite teachers from grade school through college. I love them for making learning fun and for encouraging me to be my best. I also include parents and grandparents in this because they are without question a child's first and often longest-lasting teacher.

So if you are a school teacher, a homeschooler, a parent, or a grandparent, I want to offer you something special to show my gratitude and help you keep up all the great work you are doing with your children.

I'm throwing a sale! TpT is having a site-wide sale in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week. All of my products are on sale for 28% (the maximum they allow). You can click here to find my store.

But if you are a parent who may prefer not to sign up on TpT, I do offer most of my products for sale here on MommyMaestra, too. So you can click on the "My Shop" tab at the top of this page, or just click here to view my products on MommyMaestra.

This is a great time to stock up on no-prep activities and games to wind up the end of the school year, or to keep your kids busy learning in a fun way during the summer!

The sale is good through May 10th (tomorrow evening).

Enjoy!

Assessment Organizers for Bilingual Ed & Spanish Teachers

One of the most important aspects to teaching is actually tracking our children's/students' progress. For those who teach in a school setting, assessments are critical for monitoring when/if students reach benchmarks or if they are struggling in any given area. May's freebie from our sponsor, Lectura para niños is a set of Spanish assessment organizers. 

How to Use these Assessment Organizers  

Leah says:

I have an assessment that I use throughout the year. The first assessment, I write on this paper and keep it for their portfolio. I transfer their data to the scoring assessment page and from then on assess monthly for progress throughout the year. Once they have mastered, I only assess the areas of need.

The other is a page that I keep in the homework folders for the kids. I tell the kids if they have time, they can practice this page for fluency. I do NOT expect them to read the entire page at once, only little by little. At the end of the year, most students are able to read both pages (back to back) within 10 minutes or so.

Download this Set of Spanish Assessment Organizers

Here are the three files for you to use in your classroom.

Download your practice organizer

Download your assessment organizer

Download your scoring assessment organizer

And don't forget that you can find more of Lectura para niños posts and downloads here on MommyMaestra.

Other Posts You May Enjoy 

• Spanish Mini Books by Lectura para niños
  
  
• Free Download: Making Words in Spanish (Advanced Level)
  
  
• Free Download for Spanish Readers: Word Wall

Mothers Who Teach: 10 Gift Ideas for You

Teacher's Appreciation Day and Mother's Day are next week! Some of us are just that - Moms who teach! What a coincidence that the two hardest, but most rewarding jobs are celebrated on the same week. Hmmm. I would have preferred the two were a little further apart so that I could look forward to the next batch of chocolates and flowers at another time of year.

I'm not sure why the two special days are so close, but I do know that most of us will not be creating our own festive crafts. We hope that someone will help our little ones pick out a nice card and bring us a simple breakfast in bed. What we can do is to make time (even if it's just taking a little time) for ourselves. A little treat is always needed, yet we are probably the worst at doing this. Making so many other people a priority is the norm in our lives, but we are better mothers and teachers when we are good to ourselves, too.

Here are 10 gift ideas for all mothers who teach. Pick one, two, or all and enjoy!

Take yourself out to a movie. If Frozen is the only movie you have seen in the past few months, it's time to check out another inspiring film. Even if you go on your own, it's a great form of relaxation and a two-hour break from reality.

Eat lunch out on your own. Before I started teaching and way before having children, I never went out to eat on my own. Now, I crave a quiet lunch or dinner often. There are days I can't remember if I fed myself! Sadly, many moms and teachers don't get to enjoy the simplest of all pleasures...because of lack of time.

Buy flowers. My students and children know I love fresh flowers. The delicate bouquets fill my heart with joy and I have always bought them for myself. When someone else gets them for me...they get extra credit points!

Eat chocolate. And cake and wine too! Little bits of indulgence makes life sweeter. Treat yourself and toast to a job well done.

Splurge on a spa treatment. All it takes is one hour. Have someone pamper you next week. Even a simple manicure or pedicure feels so good. How about an hour-long massage? Yes, please!

Spend a quiet day or night in. I must confess, as much as I love my Hubby and three boys, I need a little break from them once in a while. They are loud! Sometimes the best gift is when my husband takes them all out for an hour or two. It is rare for homeschooling moms and stay-at-home moms to ever have the house to themselves. Enjoy it!

Get Spiritual. Whether it is going to church or a yoga class, try these activities alone as well. I haven't experienced a more spiritual and mind-clearing hour than when I attend mass or yoga on my own.

Retail therapy. Even the smallest of purchases does a mind good. Consider it a well-deserved present you bought yourself.

Spend a day with your own mom. Our own mothers and other experienced women we look up to can be considered our first teachers. These are wise, kind, brilliant women who nourish our minds and souls. Your biggest confidants would appreciate a special dinner or whole day with just you. Go ahead and plan this for you both.

Don't do a thing.  You know how hard you work? Enough said.

P.S. If you are looking to buy gifts for someone, take a look at Appreciating Those Who Teach and Bilingual Books Celebrating Mothers.

Betty Galvan, is writing "for smart and stylish moms" over

at My Friend Betty Says... 
She is the mother of three beautiful boys.

Appreciating Those Who Teach

It really does take a village to help raise and to educate our children, doesn't it? Whether your kids are home schooled or attend a traditional school, there are a lot of people who take part in teaching our children. Some see them every day or maybe a couple times a month. This week is Teacher Appreciation Week but don't stress if you haven't gone out to pick something out for them. As the school year ends, you can also put together something as an end-of-the-year gift. Simply taking the time to say thank you is really the most important idea.

Preschool teachers, tutors, therapists, coaches, music teachers, art teachers, activity leaders, and religious education teachers are all helping our students become well-rounded individuals. They all deserve a little recognition- but that's a lot of people and it can get a little expensive to buy something for everyone.

Nevertheless, whatever your budget might be, little things really are the best. Here are a few inexpensive ideas:

Gift Cards. As low as $5! Teachers love a cup of coffee or a small contribution to help buy all types of books.

Chocolate! A small box of sweets still goes a long way! If I received too much, I always brought it out when guests arrived in my home.

Baked goods. Have your child get involved in baking a small batch of cookies, cupcakes or muffins. Kids love to participate in gift giving.

School supplies. Help your teacher replenish file folders, crayons, markers, tape, staples. Every little bit helps a teacher's

Flowers. Bonus if you have a garden! Freshly picked flowers by a child? So sweet.

Hand written cards and illustrations with your little ones sincere sentiments. And a great teachable-moment from you to your child.

Many kind and selfless teachers will tell you they don't want a gift but I promise you that they do want to be appreciated. When I was teaching, cards made me very happy, but I won't lie and say I didn't love the chocolates! Are there any other inexpensive ideas you might want to add? Please share!

-------------------------------------------------

Betty Galvan, is helping her readers "find the positive and seek the benefits" over at her blog, MyFriendBettySays.com.

She is the mother of three beautiful little boys and a teacher.

image via