the deal with growing bundles (giveaway!)

Growing Bundles.
So this may be the new trend on TpT right now
when they first started popping up, it was a little iffy to me
most of the early growing bundles had a new upload each month, but you lost on the previous month
then they took off with a few sellers who began to bundle their already best selling resources like Lyndsey's Nonfiction packs, First Grade Blue Skies' Directed Drawings, and From the Pond's Write Cut Paste the Room packs.
Then came the growing clipart bundles...
now these got me!
I have to have every.single. one of Mel's scrappy monthly bundles, and then there's border bundles, too!

I had been considering ways to share my little on the spot worksheets that I make for my classroom and I knew this was it!
I started scouring my school computer and home computer looking for these lonely little files and wa-la! The Teacher's Toolbox was born!

Now, this is no mega huge monthly bundle.
There's no way I could hold myself to a full product each month.
Not with 3 kids, 2 baseball schedules, a new Etsy shop, blogging class, graphic design class, TpT, and oh yea...being a full time teacher!
Instead, this product is all the random goodness on my hard drive!
Here's a preview of everything so far.
It's about 3 "things" per upload.

There's math, reading, writing, a print or two that haven't made it to the Etsy Shop yet, organization, newsletters, etc. Really, all that stuff that's good stuff, but not worth the work to list for $1!

 

 

It's also good for me because I get into that dreaded "in progress" file and see things I have been working on for months, or in some cases...YEARS! I can pull from those if I do not think I really have a need for it any longer. It also brings into my brain what I already have! Sometimes, it's way too much!
I also have a graphing growing bundle because there was not a single product I found that addressed 2nd grade common core goals in this area. I made a winter themed one for my sub to use when I was out for a few days back in December being professionally developed, and I figured why not do one for each season!

 

I will admit, the pressure is real. I mean, I do not know how some of these girls do it! I get all worried when the next upload is due and I never want to slap something together just to meet a deadline. Trust me, there are many, many many deadlines I do not meet at my day job! eek
So the graphing bundle for summer is delayed a bit because we're working on reviewing shapes so we can move on to fractions. And I just got the May 15 toolbox posted on May 17...
but it's all good!

So...do you like randomness?!
If so, enter to win the graphing growing bundle OR the Teacher's Toolbox growing bundle, OR BOTH!
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and here's a few from my friends!
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We {HEART} Teachers Day 5 Organization, Amazon, and tons of resources!

It's Friday guys! We made it! We made it! 

Sadly, this means it's our last day of our We {HEART} Teachers event

Of course we have to end on a high note, so we have not one, not two, but THREE amazing prize packs for you today! 

First up... are you ready to get organized for the new year? Like for real organized? The you'll love this #OrganizedTeacher prize pack!

So let's take a closer look at what's in this prize pack..

1. Customized Binder Pack from The Applicious Teacher- completely customized Curriculum Binder and Data binder to fit your classroom decor and needs!

2. My Heart Beats "She is Collection"- This beautiful set of cards are perfect for thank you notes or birthdays! They feature a fun chalkboard theme on the front and a story on the back. 

3. A Modern Teacher Printed Planner in "Sunshine"- This is A Modern Teacher's flag ship planner printed, bound, and shipped just for you! 

4. $50 Urban Girl Office Supplies- Need a gold stapler? How about some super cute file folders for your weekly work? Then you will love shopping this fun online office supply store! 

5. ClassroomFriendlySupplies Sharpener- Your choice of color. Now you can have the perfectly sharpened pencils every time. 

AND.... How some online shopping with this little GC?! 

Baskets, books, seat sacks, you name it they have it! 

Ready to enter to win this pack? Check out the rafflecopter below!

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In addition to helping you become more organized in the new year, we've also got two AMAZING digital prize packs full of your favorite seller's resources. 

One for the littles...

You have to see what's in this pack:

Whoooooo Can Do Sight Word Math from Growing Firsties

Fry Word Mega Bundle from The Resourceful Apple

Country Close Reads from Laura Love to Teach

Packing Up our Year in Kindergarten from Mrs. Rios Teaches

Read and Writes: The Whole Year from Just Reed

Phonics Interactive Notebook from Second Grade Nest

Close Reading: Nursery Rhymes from Teaching in High Heels

Letter Tile Word Work from A Primary Owl

Fluency for the Whole Year from Teacher to the Core

May Word Work from Buzz into Kinder

May Printables from Flying into First

Writing Station Activities fro Young Learners from Teaching with Love and Laughter

and a pack for the bigger kids! One for the bigs!

Here's a peak at what's in this pack!

"Good Readers' Story Elements Mini Books from Mrs. Beatties Classroom

Popping into Place Value from Saddle Up for Second Grade

Teacher Planner from A Modern Teacher

Aloha from Surfin' Through Second

Your Choice Decor pack from The Learning Tree

Just the Basic Facts: Multiplication and Division from The Applicious Teacher

Folktales Mega Unit from Primary Punch

Any Item from Science for Kids

Nonfiction Bundle from Second Grade Stories

Enter for the packs below!

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We {Heart} Teachers Day 3- Healthy Teachers

Happy Wednesday! You're half way through your week and we're half way through our giveaway!

Today is all about helping you find your inner #healthyteacher...

A healthy teacher is a happy teacher, and don't we all want to just be happy? ;) 

So, we've filled this awesome prize pack to the brim to help you reach any fitness goal (even if it is just to walk from the couch to the kitchen and back! ;))

Here's a closer look at what we've got in store for you!

1. Fitbit Zip- Easiest way to get active? Increase your steps! As teachers we seem to be up on our feet all day. Might as well let those steps between desks and walking students to lunch add up to something big!

2. Customized Water Bottle- How cute are these? Like seriously! Get that water in with your own personalized one! Now you'll want to go to the gym! ;) 

3. IPod Shuffle-  We're giving you a shuffle to help you get your groove thing on! Pick your color to match your favorite workout shoes! 

4. $10 ITunes Gift Card- Fill your new IPod Shuffle with your favorite work out jams! 

5. Hot Chic Sports Skirt- Perfect for walks, runs, or training sessions at the gym. Hot Chic Sports wants to you feel beautiful anywhere you go with these perfect sport skits. No ride bike shorts built in make it ideal for running errands or your first 5k! Be sure to check out their website to find your favorite pattern! 

So much to win in this pack! Enter for your chance to win below! 

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Now, just in case you are just now joining us... be sure to head through the beginning of this event! All the prize packs are staying open until Midnight Monday! Click the pics below to check it out!

Day One...

Day Two...

Yeah, that's an Ipad mini! 

AND Don't forget! Today's the LAST day you can save up to 28% in all of our stores! 

Don't forget to use the code THANKYOU to take off that extra 10%! 

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We {HEART} Teachers Day 2- #TechieTeachers

It's time for day two of our We {HEART} Teachers Event 

and that means more fun stuff for you to win! 

But first, I am sure you are anxious to see if you won one of those 2 TpT Gift Certificates!

and the winners are...

Today's prize is one for the #techieteachers... AND the not so techie teachers ;)

Yeah... you're reading that right! Here's an official run down of this totally awesome prize pack!

IPad Mini 2- Now you can bring technology to your classroom (or just keep it for yourself, we won't tell! ;)) with your own tablet. The miniature size makes it ideal for smaller hands or stowing away in a purse!

Chevron Stand Case- How cute is this case? Protect your newest accessory with this easy to find cover! The built in stand makes it ideal for video viewing while you're jet setting to Vegas this summer! (You are coming to Vegas, right? Can't wait to see you there!)

$10 Itunes Gift Card- Buy some educational apps, download a few books, whatever you want! You've got $10 to spend to help fill up your new toy, I mean educational resource, with new apps! 

Planbook Subscription for you and a friend- Ok, I shared yesterday that I LOVE Planbook because of how user friendly it is AND you can share lesson plans with your teammates. Now you and a teammate can enjoy easy planning for the year! You can check out more on Planbook.com   

Ready to get your #techieteacher on? Enter the Rafflecopter below! 

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I am also excited to share with you that TeachersPayTeachers decided to join in on the Teacher Appreciation week fun!  They are having a site wide sale today and tomorrow as a way to say thank you for all your hard work this year!

Thank you Deana from Primary Punch for creating this cute graphic! 

So, from May 5th through the 6th ALL our stores will be on sale! Combine that with the coupon code THANKYOU and you can save up to 28% off your must have resources! Grab up some products to get your through the rest of this year or stock up for next year! It's all good when there's a sale! 

...And because we know your feet are tired at the end of a long day (and your brain!), we made it easy to shop! All your favorite stores all in one location! 

Don't forget to use the coupon code: THANKYOU!

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week EVE! and a freebie!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week Eve!

Teachers are some of the hardest working, caring, and passionate people I know. You never hear a teacher say, "I'm in this for the money, fame, and fortune".  Teachers teach because they have a passion for learning, sharing, and changing lives one lesson at a time.

So this week, my fellow teachers, is about you! Let's celebrate those little victories that never find their way onto a standardized test, like that one student who actually grabbed a copy of your favorite read aloud book for some quiet reading at their desk!

This week, in honor of you, I've joined forces with some of your favorite bloggers and teacher companies to bring you the 2nd Annual We {HEART} Teachers Event!

You thought last year was good... wait 'til you see what we've got for you this year!

This event will run from Monday, May 4th through Friday, May 8th and I promise you won't want to miss it any second of it!

Over 40 of your favorite teacher bloggers and teacher companies have joined up to bring you some amazing prizes, freebies, and deals!

 Amazing ladies!!!!

Here's a peek at what's up for grabs this week!

 I want that Alex and Ani bracelet!

 Get your shop on! I don't drink coffee, but the mugs are darn cute! haha!

 Yeah... that's an IPad Mini... WHAT?!

No for real.. .like $10,000 in prizes more...

So, be sure to check back each day to enter for your chance to win HUGE prize packs, grab up some FREEBIES, and see some amazing deals.

If you don't already, I suggest you like my page on FB!

 Then click "Get notifications" under liked so that you'll be the first to see each day's prize packs, products, and FREEBIES!

ANNNNDDDD... because I am just soooo excited about this event, I've got THREE  TpT GCs up for grabs today and tomorrow!

This will be the PERFECT thing to help you clear out that wish list during the TpT Sale this week!

YEAH... That's right, TpT is hosting a two day sale to say THANK YOU for all your hard work too! I'll have my ENTIRE store on sale for 20% May 5th and 6th, and you can save and additional 10% off by using the code THANKYOU at check out. That's a total savings of 28% off! #WIN

and for your freebie? Just visit my FB fan page! Click the Fan Freebies tab and enjoy these printable cards for Teacher Appreciation Week!

     

Want to win one of those gift cards for TpT?! Enter below!

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I'll be back tomorrow with MORE prizes, goodies, and fun! XOXO!

Day 3 of My Favs Giveaways: Creative Market!

OOOHHH! I might love today's the mostest!
maybe!
It's no secret I have a font obsession. It's a healthy obsession expect when it comes to the money I spend on them! And my newest favorite shop to get them? Creative Market!

So today's giveaway is a $20 gift card to Creative Market! You can check out the fonts, graphics, or anything your heart desires! What I love about Creative Market is that it's like a small community! You'll see chicks you know on there (like Kimberly Geswein) and really get into the world of serious graphic design. It's all consuming. I've been making progress towards moving over to the Wordpress platform and this site has shown me all kinds of helpful tools, tutorials, and design ideas!

Oh, and did I mention they have about 6 amazing freebies each week! And while not everything on there would appeal to teachers, so much of it does! Many etsy sellers I know and love are on this site and I know they earn more on it, so I will fully support Creative Market!

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