Check out lesson plans, our classroom library, access forms, and much, much more. Here is where I put most of the files I use regularly in my classroom.
Rise n' Shine is a great way that we start our days. After we have had time to complete our planners, enter our lunch count, and begin other independent work to get started, we work through our Rise n' Shine as a class. Rise n' Shine is a great way to work though our morning routines as a class and be productive as late comers trickle in.
The Last Five is how I end lessons in which new information is presented. Either by inquiry or direct instruction, this method allows me to gauge of how the class is feeling with the new content.
I have put together several videos to explain the main features of our website. Take a look at this YouTube playlist to get acquainted with our site.
about our site
Welcome to mrschrader.com, Mr. Schrader's fifth grade classroom at West Indianola Elementary just north of Topeka, Kansas. Forge onward, my friend, and explore this site to learn more about our classroom and what we are studying. Enjoy, and thanks for coming!