Friendship Fair

Charlotte's Web was our final novel of the year. The theme of the book is friendship, and every year 3rd grade has a Friendship Fair after reading the book. 

Before the big day, we dyed t-shirts to look like a web. Then, the students drew a spider in the web.

The first half of the day was spent rotating through indoor activities. Each teacher completed an activity with the students related to Charlotte's Web.

During "Fern's Friends," the students sequenced events from the story with their partner. Then, we played a "Who Said It" game as a class. I would read a quote and students would identify who said it.

In another classroom, students played "Templeton's Teasers" (Jeopardy).

Students enjoying "Barnyard Bingo."

"How Big Is It?"

The afternoon consisted of Charlotte's Web activities outdoors.

Students are weaving themselves through Charlotte's web in these pictures.

"Dud Egg Race"

"Lurvy's Tractor Pull"

"Don't Fall in The Trough"

After an exciting day, we relaxed with popsicles.

A HUGE THANK YOU to my team! This was my first year teaching 3rd grade and they made the transition smooth. I throughly enjoyed working with each one of you!!

Have You Linked Up?

My partner teacher is hosting her first Linky Party. Head over to her blog and share how your class makes memories.

Want to see what my class created to remember their school year? Click on the picture below.

"All About Me"

In the past, my students were given a booklet to fill out about themselves at the end of the year. This booklet served as a memory book to jot down their favorite things about themselves and the school year. However, 32 students and 5 pages each did not sit well with me. After all, I am a science teacher and each year I teach them ways to preserve the environment. :)
So this year I decided to have them create a memory book using Power Point. They had a blast attaching their pictures, finding clip art to represent their favorite things, and changing themes and transitions! After their project was complete, they saved it to Drop Box, an online file-hosting service. This saved time and my sanity.
This Glog showcases some of the projects.