Today was my first language arts lesson. I was very nervous to teach since I was going to be doing two 90min blocks. I did not know what to expect as far as time management and pacing for the group. Also, 90min is a long time in one classroom.

For my first block, the students were quiet workers but a little slow on the pace. We finished everything that I had planned for the day but the amount of detail was not as I had expected. There will definitly be a need for extra reinforcing of ideas throughout the next few days. I felt comfortable in front of the class and I think they enjoyed the stories I read. There were no classroom management issues.

The second block has a completely different personality. There are students who are very vocal and have a strong desire to voice their opinions. So far, it has not been an issue but I feel it could cause problems later in the week if I don't find a way to monitor their talking better. I feel like it is difficult to find logical consciences for that behavior. Any suggestions? The class also has students in lots of different levels. This means that some students finished the work almost ten minutes before the rest. The teacher suggests reading quietly but I'm wondering if there are better options.

I had a lot of fun today and I am excited to see them develop their writing as the week goes on. Hope everyone is doing well! Keep it up!!! :)