For those of you that might not know, I used to teach 2nd grade when we lived in Waco. I talked about my classroom here, and shared some classroom resources I made here and here. I just thought I'd mention those links since it's back to school time, and hope that they might be helpful to some of you. Looking at those posts really makes me miss teaching!
Along the lines of school, Manny will be starting Mother's Day Out in September! I am so excited for him to get the chance to have regular interaction with kids his own age. This will also give me the opportunity to have some time to work on getting my business up and running. We have found a great program for him to attend, and we're getting all geared up for his first day of school.
My sisters have always made a point to find out their kid's teachers favorite things at the beginning of the year. As a former teacher, I love this idea! I can't tell you how many candles and bottles of lotions I still have from being in the classroom....well over 3 years ago. While of course it's the thought that counts, I think taking the time to find out what the teacher likes is so thoughtful and shows the teacher you really want to show your appreciation in a way that would mean the most to her. To me, even a $5 gift card to Hobby Lobby would be better than another candle. :)
So I made this printable to give to Manny's teacher, and wanted to share it with all of you too. You can download it by going here. (Update: I know the link wasn't working for awhile, but I have updated it recently so hopefully will work now!)
Here's to a great school year! :)
UPDATE: Click here for a link to an editable Word version of this file.
August 17, 2011
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How cute!! I LOVE this! Noah will be starting mdo up again in sept so this is perfect. I always wonder when I'm shopping or thinking of something to give to his teachers if they would like what I'm giving them. This is awesome. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteI love this!!! thank you so much!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea!! And it's so adorable! Cooper is starting daycare in September so I'll have to use this!
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat idea! I love this! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletehow fun!!!
ReplyDeletethis is great! Maddox is starting MDO the end of this month, so this is perfect! thanks for sharing such a fabulous idea!
ReplyDeleteThis is so adorable!! I love it!!! And, thank you! I will totally add this to Alex's 'back to school' treats for his classmates and teachers....if you consider two year old's classmates! And good thing you were a teacher so you already know......it's always good to grease the teachers!!
ReplyDeletejane
Very cool idea. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWonderful idea! It would definitely make for some thoughtful {and easier} gift giving.
ReplyDeleteI have fallen in love with your blog! You are very creative and passionate about life! I too am a past 2nd grade teacher! I enjoyed looking at your classroom. I have my classroom blog still up if you ever care to look at it: www.heartsstories.blogspot.com. Thanks for sharing your talent and all of your wonderful ideas. I love your teacher survey of favorites from the parents! Thanks for sharing your heart with the blogging world!
ReplyDeleteI love this! My son will start going to daycare three days a week next week, so this is perfect timing. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteStephanie
What a fabulous idea! I know I would have appreciated this when I taught pre-school, because I still have a closet full of lotions and candles. Lol!
ReplyDeleteHope you and your man had a great time away!
This is such an awesome idea! When I taught the homeroom moms would get these at the first of the year and then would send a copy home of each teachers before teacher appreciation week! Jackson's school doesn't do this so this will be perfect so I know what his teacher will like! Thanks so much for posting!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I just ran across this & printed it for two of my sweeties to take to school w/ them! What a GREAT idea. :)))
ReplyDeleteThat will be so useful, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYour blog is adorable as are you! I too am a former teacher turned SAHM. I LOVE this printable. My son is going to preschool 2 days this fall and this printable is perfect! I too remember numerous candles during my teaching days. I always loved when parents asked a few of my favorite things.
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Your blog is adorable as are you! I love this printable! My son is going to preschool for 2 days this year and this will be perfect! I too am a former teacher turned SAHM and I remember a few candles along the years. I always loved when parents would learn a few of my favorite things. Thanks for sharing!!!
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