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My first week of tutoring was like learning to color inside of the lines; it took a bit of adjusting but turned out well.
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After looking back at my analogy from a few weeks ago…the first thing that comes to mind is that I have learned some things are easier to color with than others =). I am shocked that the program is almost over because, time has gone by so quickly. I think my first true Aha moment was after pretesting when I was creating my plans for the first full tutoring lesson. The days of repeating “Good assessment informs instruction” in various classes, was now my best friend. I was in shock when I realized the levels my kids were actually at. After seeing the kids get excited about the lesson and successfully complete it, I knew right then why I was there. I have had such a passion to see these students succeed, and above all else, believe in themselves. I feel like this experience and these students have taught me so much about myself and confirmed that I am supposed to be teaching. I feel privileged to know that I will one day have a classroom of my own to teach students each day. Like most others, I have become more aware of my own strengths and weaknesses. By reflecting on many aspects of this experience, I know without a doubt that I need a well-structured classroom and must stay organized to ensure I am meeting all of my students’ individual needs.

Schedule: Steinbrenner Boy's and Girl's Club Tampa: Tuesday's @10Wilbert Davis Boy's and Girl's Club Tampa: Wednesday's @10 Links: [|Florida Center for Reading Research] This site has a ton of ideas (broken down by grade level). There are a lot of game type activities. [|International Children's Digital Library]You can read a variety of books for free on this website. I have decided to use this with some of my kids since I can easily pack my laptop. Also, since it is free, no worries about returning overdue library books =). I am providing this link to the parents that have told me they have internet access at home.
 * I took Jamie's advice and went to Target. They had a ton of reading flashcards and games in the dollar section. I found alphabet bingo also.