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'Reading' the Room Using Pointers

Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - 7 comments
Read the Room activities using seasonal themed pointers in Kindergarten
This summer I have a list of ideas I'd like to incorporate more into my teaching next year. One of them is 'Reading' the Room.
Using pointers to Read the Room in the classroom & they can be switched out go with each monthly theme
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
I have had students do this activity in the past, and they loved it. How fun to wander around the classroom, discovering letters and words and even punctuation that they recognize. And, to make it extra special, they get to use pointers...different ones every month.

September
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
sparkly magic wands~ perfect for learning Nursery Rhymes
{like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star}

October
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
scarecrows ~ Awesome Autumn theme

November
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
hands ~ My 5 Senses theme...perfect to "touch" the words

December
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
Christmas-y pens & pencils ~ students can use them as pointers as they Read the Room AND can use them to Write the Room too

January
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
snowmen ~ Wonderful Winter theme

February
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
heart pointers & sunglasses ~ Valentine's Day themed
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.

March/April
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
Easter/Spring chicks

May
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
Spring flowers

June
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
bugs ~ for June's theme of Bugs, Insects, & Creepy Crawlies

My quest for the perfect holder:
Using thematic pointers to Read the Room in Kindergarten- this activity promotes active learning as they go around the classroom reading.
I looked everywhere and have tried several different containers to hold my Read the Room pointers.
This one from the Dollar Store is just perfect!

All of my pointers can be found at the Dollar Store or
craft-type stores. You could also make your own!

One that I made in the past was very simple~ I used a dowel and added feathers to the end of it for students to "tickle" the words.
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7 comments

  1. Lisa R.July 03, 2012 8:38 pm

    That's a great idea! I love your monthly read the room pointers!! :) So cute!
    Lisa
    Learning Is Something to Treasure

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  2. Jessica Ann StanfordJuly 03, 2012 9:18 pm

    Very cute!!

    Blessings,

    Jessica Stanford
    Mrs. Stanford's Class
    I hope that you'll join me for my giveaway ♥

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  3. Jennifer K.July 03, 2012 10:47 pm

    Oh my goodness! I love that you have themed pointers for each month! I have a large pot at the front of my room to hold all my various pointers, but I never thought of changing them out each month. Brilliant!

    Jennifer @ Herding Kats In Kindergarten

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  4. KindertripsJuly 04, 2012 1:07 am

    So cute-I know your students love them!
    Jennifer
    kindertrips

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  5. mrsjanellebushJuly 06, 2012 1:32 am

    Love your pointers. They are adorable! I am now your newest follower. Please follow my blog too. I would like to share ideas with you.
    Mrs. Janelle

    http://mrsjanelleskindergarten.blogspot.com/

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  6. Fluttering Through First GradeJuly 06, 2012 2:30 pm

    Our students LOVE read the room and we love your "thematic pointers"! We give our kiddos fun lil sunglasses to wear as they're reading! Thanks for sharing!
    ~Christy & Tammy

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  7. LisaJuly 09, 2012 11:09 pm

    I love your pointers! My kiddos love using them too, but you have given me more ideas! Thanks!
    :)

    ~ Lisa
    Teaching Kindergarten Kiddos

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