You might have been to a workshop where I have talked about my carpet bags or you might have read about them in a previous post. I have updated this post to contain the newest information and photographs. You can find all of the details about carpet bags in this
new post.
I really like this idea. My students hardly ever use tables for whole group work time. They spend most of their time using clipboards and sitting on the carpet. Thanks for the inspiration! :)
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Miss A's Kindergarten
Thanks for posting this! I've been thinking about how to adjust/improve the bags I used this year... and you gave me lots of wonderful ideas. (Yes, it's already on my wishlist!)
ReplyDeleteLOVE it!
Karen :o)
Mrs. Stamp's Kindergarten
just bought on tpt!!! thanks so much! i have been using your idea for carpet bags the last couple of years. i call them smartie bags. :) glad you have packet now so i can add to our smartie bags. see you in vegas!!! woo hoo!
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You just became my inspiration for today! I love the carpet bag idea. So handy and such a great time saving resource for kiddos. Thank you for sharing!
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ReplyDeleteI just bought your packet! I am in the process of making all of your wonderful items! I have a question can you tell me what the picture is for the Xx? I can't figure it out!!!
Thanks,
Mimi
Hmmm...I had 28 last year and 28 next year. The furniture didn't leave room for the children. Your post has me thinking! Thanks, Jayne (in Bibb)
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Smart Kids
I like the idea of the bags. So, do they keep all of the booklets in their bag to use as whole group sitting on the carpet? Does it take time for the kiddos to find the page they need or have trouble finding the page? Do they get the booklets mixed up?
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ReplyDeleteI only add the booklets as I teach them. So the bag starts off empty with just a marker and a dry erase board. Then, as I introduce the items, they are added to the bag. All booklets are labeled with their names. It can be a little of a mess on the floor, but so worth it!
Where do they keep them when you are giving directions? In their laps next to them? Love the idea just trying to figure out the management of them.
ReplyDeleteWhere do they keep them when you are giving directions? In their laps next to them? Love the idea just trying to figure out the management of them.
ReplyDeleteThe kids get the bags out of their baskets in the morning and place them on their square. We leave them there all day! The kids either lay them in front of them or beside them. I do train them not to touch the bags while I am teaching.
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