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Want to Host a French Spelling Bee?

Oooooh là là - Oui, merci!

There's something magical about watching students step up to the microphone, take a deep breath, and confidently spell aventureux without blinking.

What began with a student sharing his vision with me has grown into a passion project close to my heart. (Merci, Jake 😊)

A French Spelling Bee is a fun way to celebrate language learning, build vocabulary, and boost confidence - all while creating a little friendly competition.

The best part? I've already done the work so you don't have to!

Oh, and it's FREE.

Why a French Spelling Bee?

🐝It builds vocabulary retention.

🐝It reinforces phonics patterns in French.

🐝It encourages oral language confidence.

🐝It creates authentic language use.

Confidently Run a French Spelling Bee!

I teach French Immersion, so that's what I had in mind when I created all of this. But I also taught CORE French for years and this would also be a great opportunity to enhance your program.

What you will find in this FREE resource:

I've created a detailed PDF that walks you through everything you need to successfully organize and run the event from start to finish.

🐝Study list handouts for students

🐝Suggestion of physical set-up

🐝List of Rules and Procedures

🐝Recordkeeping sheets

🐝Sample Newsletter Blurbs, emails to staff, etc....

🐝Links to editable files for easy customization

Whether you're running a small classroom bee or a whole-school event, this resource will help you feel confident, prepared, and maybe even a little fancy with your French flair.

Because let's be honest, any excuse to celebrate student learning (and say "Bonne chance!" dramatically into a microphone) is a win!

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Bonne chance! 🥰

aka Mme Bock

Something Exciting is Happening in Here. 😉

Hey there, fellow educators!

Today, let's dive into a FUN and ENGAGING project that celebrates the end of your Financial Literacy Unit: Hosting a Sticker Store!

Why Teach Financial Literacy Early?

Financial Literacy is an essential life skill that empowers students to understand the value of money, make informed financial decisions, and develop responsible spending habits from an early age. By creating a sticker store, we can provide a hands-on learning experience that merges math skills with real-world application.

I'm in! Let's Get Started!

Setting Up Your Sticker Store:

1. Selecting the "merchandise" (stickers).

> Option 1 : Supply an assortment of stickers that students can select and add to their "merchandise". (I visit the local dollar store)

> Option 2 : invite students to bring in stickers they have from home, and have a smaller selection for students who forget or who can't.

(stock image)

2. Transform the Classroom Space in a Store

I also like to place a cute banner at the classroom entrance to add to the festive feeling. (I teach French Immersion, but I also have Canadian English and/or US English versions too!) FREE downloads available in my TpT Store.

We also use our desks as our "stores". I like to rearrange the classroom furniture into a long curved line to help with flow of traffic.

3. Create a "Storefront" and Assign Prices:

We use our desks as our "store". Each student creates a "Storefront" mat that is used to display their "merchandise" as well as display their name. Each section of their mat has an assigned price point.

* To make it easier for young learners to handle transactions, I would insist they use whole numbers or simple amounts (like 5 cents, 10 cents).

I included a "Block Letter Alphabet" to the bottom to help them write their names.
They cut it off before adding it to their mat.

Click here to get a FREE copy of CND French, CND English, or USA English.

4. Prep "sticker collection pages" .

You can keep it simple and just give out a page for them to stick their stickers to it, but most kids would like to put those stickers on something else later. So, I add a sheet of wax paper to their sheet so that they can peel them back off later.

Click here to get a FREE copy of CND French, CND English, or USA English.

5. Invite "Customers".

You can keep it smaller and just have half of the class be customers first and then switch, but I also like inviting another class to visit our store too. I hand out $1 in play money as the "customers" enter the room. (I teach grade 1, so we are keeping the values below $1.) * Adjust amounts and prices to fit your classroom needs.

This allows students to practice counting money as well as providing change (that's the most challenging part).

So... Are you ready to transform your classroom into a hub of financial literacy fun with a Sticker Store?

Happy teaching! 🥰

aka Mme Bock

Don't forget to grab your FREEBIE

to kickstart your Sticker Store!

French, CND English, or USA English.

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Preposition Practice in English or Spanish.

free activity booklet for preposition practice

spanish printable activity booklet for practising prepositions

MONEY Mystery Pics (using USA or CND Currency)

Addition and Subtraction Math Center Activities

MONEY Problem Task Cards (using USA or CND Currency)

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Thank you for all you do everyday. 🥰

aka Mme Bock

💰Money Counting Skills!💰

Are you looking for an engaging and educational resource to help students master counting money? Look no further! Today, I want to introduce you to a fantastic free resource that will make learning how to count money up to 50 cents and 50 dollars both fun and rewarding.

📢 Tell me more!

This Money Mystery Math Puzzle Activity can be used as a rewarding challenge after completing tasks or even as a math center activity in the classroom.

Step 1:

Students count the money and write their answers.

Step 2:

Students find the correct puzzle pieces and glue them over their answers.

If they answered correctly, the mystery image will appear.

Step 3:

Once the image has revealed itself, Students get to colour the picture.

Kids tested!✅ Teacher Approved!✅

👍 Reinforce Skills

Counting money accurately is an essential skill, and this resource provides a fun way to do it.

👍 Motivation

The mystery picture aspect adds an element of excitement and motivation for students to get the answers right.

👍 5 levels of difficulty

> coins only (not mixed)

> dollars only (not mixed)

> mixed coins

> mixed dollars

> mixed coins and dollars

I'd love a FREE copy and others like it! 😃

Simply click on the one you need, join my email list, then find it in your inbox. DONE!✅

FRENCH CND Currency ENGLISH CND Currency ENGLISH US Currency

Have you tried this resource in your classroom?

Share your experiences and let us know how it went in the comments below!

Happy counting!

Hey there, math enthusiasts and educators!

I'm thrilled to unveil my newest and exclusive FREEBIE: a fun and interactive printable math center resource specifically designed with 2nd graders in mind.

My Addition and Subtraction from 1-50 pack! And the theme is TACOS🌮 and PIZZA 🍕! Who doesn't love those?

What's on the menu?

Well, imagine a colorful array of tacos and pizza slices, each adorned with an equation. The challenge? To sort these yummy morsels onto the correct counter / pizza box.

Who knew math could be so appetizing? LOL