Mock Election and Veteran's Day

Our class participated in a mock election on November 6. Mitt Romney won with 17 votes over Barack Obama with 6 votes. It was a fun experience for the students and they learned the basic concepts of voting.

Sherry Kennedy came to speak to the first grade and inform them about the military. They were given poagie bait, dog tags, camo bracelets, and a Veteran's Day worksheet. We appreciate her coming in to talk to the students. We also appreciate all of our veterans! Happy Veteran's Day!

Pumpkin Patch Trip

In October, we went to the McWilliams Pumpkin Patch outside of West Plains. We went on a train ride, played in the barn, did the animal maze, and went down the big slide. It was a beautiful day and we had a great time!

Fire Safety Month

The Alton Fire Department came to visit us this week! We learned about fire safety and were able to see the fire hose spray water.

Apple Picking Time!

Johnny Appleseed's Birthday was celebrated at Alton Elementary on September 26, 2012. The students got to meet Johnny and listen to him read a story. I read "The Little Red House" to the class and showed the special star inside the apple.We had an apple dip tasting activity and graphed our voting data. Marshmellow fluff was the big winner! Thank you to all of the parents who sent apples to school with their children. We were able to use them for many activities.

The star inside "The Little Red House".

 

Johnny Appleseed tells a story to the students.



Our graph of the voting results!

 

Like Pigs in Mud

We have been reading and learning about pigs this week and decided to make pig mud during science time. It was 2 cups of cornstarch, 1 cup of water, and food coloring. The kids loved it. I think their favorite part was seeing Miss Russback get her hands in it and mix it together. :)

BrainPopJr

Here is another site you can use during center time. Enjoy!


www.brainpopjr.com

Starfall

Students please go to starfall.com in center time.



:)
Miss Russback

First Days with First Grade

I am going to start writing about my classroom activities on this blog as well. My first graders are a BIG, but great group! We have been getting to know each other and reviewing things learned in Kindergarten. We also had Open House on Thursday night and I was able to meet some of their families. It has been a busy last few days, but things are going well. This next week we will start testing on DRA and Dibels. This will keep us busy! I will try to keep my blog updated as much as I can. It is hard with the busyness life at school, but I will try my best! Everyone take care!

P.S. Remember my book is still for sale on many websites. :)


KSR

A Good Deal for All!

Royalty Rebate!! This helps everyone out! Type in Royal50 when purchasing my book and you will get fifty percent off of my book price and if you send in the order receipt and packing slip, I receive fifty percent royalties of the purchase. The address to send these items to is:

 PublishAmerica
ATTN: Royal Rebate
PO Box 151
Frederick, MD 21705-0151


Thank you in Advance!
KSR

My Ladybug Classroom

Here are a few pictures of my first grade classroom. I based my theme off of my book. :)

Pictures Worth a Thousand Words

Good friends enjoy my book!

Books for sale!

I just bought a few new copies of my book. I will have two to sell. If anyone is interested please let me know. I will be selling them for $17.50 a piece. This is a good deal since the regular price is $24.95.


Thanks!
KSR

All Over the World

Summer is upon us again! I have a lot of new changes going on in my life this summer. I will be moving and starting a new job teaching first grade. Like all summers, I am interested in reading at libraries. If you know a library that would be interested in this opportunity- Please let me know! I also hope to start on a new book for the KatyBug series. I have ideas, but need to put them down on paper. I have found several cute ideas for my ladybug classroom on pinterest. Please let me know if you find any other ladybug ideas!

I am very excited to see that my book is being sold all over the world! Check this out!

http://www.powells.com/biblio/9781456008963


http://www.barnesandnoble.com/c/katherine-russback

http://www.alibris.com/booksearch?qwork=16938663


http://www.betterworldbooks.com/katybug-the-ladybug-id-145600896X.aspx


http://www.amazon.co.uk/s?_encoding=UTF8&search-alias=books-uk&field-author=Katherine%20Russback


http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Katybug-Ladybug-Katherine-Russback/9781456008963



There's even more if you search my book on google. I am so excited! Keep spreading the word! :)

KSR

A great deal!

Go to www.publishamerica.net/service/AuthorDeal.html, mention your softcover title, use coupon AuthorDeal, which will bring the sales price per copy down to $2.89. Minimum order volume is only 3 copies.

 

Valid for softcovers only. Offer valid for online orders only.

 

I know it's been awhile since I have been on here, but here I am! This deal is a good one! Why don't you take a look? Please spread the word! :)

 

 

KSR