These file folders were time consuming to make, but now that I have them finished I love them! I have 3 file folders for each theme/unit. Most of the covers were copied out of a book by Scholastic- Portable File Folder Word Walls by Mary Beth Spann. That book also has suggestions for words to put inside; however, I knew our little ones would enjoy some colorful pictures above the words instead. So for the inside I chose words that I knew we would be using and put a picture to go with each one. Now the children use these folders during literacy centers and to help them write stories in their writing notebooks. They are awesome!! I love to watch the children looking through them to see how to write a word or even get ideas for writing topics.
A student example:
I will be creating my own covers and adding them and the words to TPT soon. If there are any other units you may need let me know so I can create some more! :) I am attaching two examples of what the insides looks like right now. But, since joining the blogging world, I have also found many new wonderful graphics online! All of my folders will be getting makeovers with the new and improved pictures!! :) Enjoy!!
Our Transportation Words
The new file folders are finally here!! Click on over to check them out! You can download an updated freebie in the preview!
The new file folders are finally here!! Click on over to check them out! You can download an updated freebie in the preview!
Very Cute! I might have to take this idea! Loving your blog!
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Thanks!! I will definitely be checking your blog out!!!
ReplyDeleteI really like these. :) I have a great parent volunteer this year that I can get started on doing some of these for me. :) Thanks for the idea. I teach in North Florida so we are not too far. :) I look forward to reading more.
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I really like these. I have the book, but haven't integrated them into daily use yet. Do your students each make one or do ya'll collaborate and create one for the class to use at a station?
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We do both! We come up with words for our theme together as a class, then in their station they make an individual 'portable word wall' for themselves. This way they can use their own throughout the theme during writing.
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