The Colorful Apple

Welcome to The Colorful Apple!

Welcome to The Colorful Apple!  I am so glad you are here!  You may know me from Smiling In Second Grade.

It’s been exactly two years since I began that blog.  When I started, I had no idea how much I would love blogging and that I would still be doing it two years later!  Had I known what I was getting myself into, I may have chosen a less grade-specific blog name.  As much as I loved the name, Smiling In Second Grade, I am moving onto bigger and better things!

Well, maybe just bigger students…I am a fifth grade teacher now!  I found out at the end of the school year that I would be leaving 2nd grade and moving up.  Here is a picture of my last day in my classroom of 4 1/2 years.

I was super nervous but so excited as well.  I knew there were going to be many things that I would miss about being a second grade teacher {esp my teacher friends!} but I was so looking forward to working with the older students.  Luckily, I not only stayed in the same district, but the same school as well.  That made the transition so much easier.

Here are some early pictures of my classroom {there will be a full tour later on – don’t worry!}

My husband came in to help me on the first day!  Can you find him?!  He’s never helped me in my classroom before.  I think he felt bad that I had to move from the first floor to the third floor on the opposite side of the building.  I have a lot of stuff!
But I clean up quickly!  Here’s Day 2!
To thank you for joining me on new adventure, I am having giveaways all week!  I’ll be giving away a few of my favorite things.
First up, is a $25 giftcard to Teachers Pay Teachers!  Now, who doesn’t need that during this crazy back to school season?!
All you need to do is follow me on Bloglovin, then leave me a comment telling me your blog and grade level so I can get to know you too!  I’ll choose a winner on Saturday morning.  Then come back tomorrow for another chance to win!

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  3. Veronica Varela says

    Wow! 2nd grade to 5th grade…that is a huge jump! I am glad you are so excited to be in a new grade level and are looking forward to your school year. ๐Ÿ™‚ I teach 1st grade but I used to teach K-5 as the special education teacher for our school. I don't have a blog but I am hoping to have one soon! Thank you for the opportunity to win! [email protected]

  4. Marcy Fambro says

    The new blog looks great! I like the new name. I'll miss you being in 2nd but I know you'll do awesome in 5th! Those kids are lucky to have you! Good luck!

    Marcy
    Saddle Up For 2nd Grade

  7. Erin B says

    Congratulations on your new blog and your new class, Sara! I'm disappointed to lose a great 2nd grade teacher from my list as this is my first year in the primary division in over 13 years! But… I spent those 13 years in 5th grade and can tell you that you're going to LOVE it!! I was disappointed to be leaving them, but I'm enjoying my new adventure! Have fun! I can't wait to see what you post!

    ~Erin
    Mrs. Beattie's Classroom

  8. Andrea L. says

    Congratulations on a new grade! I've been teaching 2/3 for years, but fondly remember the time I spent in 6th grade. I love that age of kids because they have such great discussions and are capable of doing so much. Plus, the subject matter is very interesting. I don't have a blog, but I'd love to win anyways.

  13. Bev says

    I followed you smiling through second grade, and I will be following you through fifth grade! Have fun in your new adventure! I teach fourth grade and love working with the little bit older students!! ๐Ÿ™‚

  15. Carol H says

    Aw… I was following because you were a second grade blogger! I'm sure you'll continue to share great stuff though. Congrats on your move! Can't wait to hear about your experiences in a new grade. Love the look of your new blog!

    Carol
    Super Sparkly in Second

  18. Jess says

    Forgot to tell you I teach 1st! I chose a non grade specific name because I wasn't sure where I would be the next year and I LOVE teaching reading and got my Masters in reading! Also can you tell I love to ramble….

  27. susanlulu says

    I follow you on Bloglovin. I don't have a blog, but I follow quite a lot of them! I moved back to 3rd this year, after being in other grades for a few years. I'm glad to be back! (24th year in 3rd, 6 years in other grades)
    [email protected]

  30. Angela Nerby says

    When I started blogging, Smiling in Second Grade was one of the first blogs I followed. I will DEFINITELY miss your 2nd grade ideas, but I'm excited for your new adventure! Can't wait to read how your first year in 5th grade goes! I'm now following your new blog on Bloglovin' (and GFC!).

    Angela ๐Ÿ™‚
    Hippo Hooray for Second Grade!

  33. Christy says

    Hi!
    I love the new blog design! While I'm sad you're leaving my grade level, I'm excited to hear all about those big kid journeys! I'm new to the blog world and just getting stated on mine..hope to see you visit mine and would love to he's your tips! Good luck this year!

    Christy
    Acupcakeformyclassroom .blogspot

  39. Suzy Q says

    Bummed you moved grade levels, as I also teach second! Will be looking forward to reading about your new adventures in fifth! (I moved from sixth to second a while back…talk about culture shock!)

  48. Patty Rutenbar says

    Congrats on your move, and I DO love your new look! My name 2ndinline fits me well since I have taught 2nd grade for 35 years, so I don't think I'll have to change my name until I retire!
    I am excited to watch you grow into this new grade! Have fun!
    Patty
    Second In Line

  53. Jenn Snyder says

    I hope your school year is going well! I just started teaching in March – 3rd grade Language Arts, so I'm REALLY new to teaching. I've researched SOOOO many blogs and classroom ideas this past summer that I needed to start my own blog – take me to third grade … takemetothirdgrade.blogspot.com

    Jenn

    p.s.. I follow you on bloglovin. ๐Ÿ™‚

  61. Deb says

    I teach 2nd which is how I found you. I don't have a teaching blog, but I do have a classroom website for parents and students. I am loving all the teacher blogs that I follow.

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