Reading With Mr. Sharp
By Colby Sharp
A fifth grade teacher shares books, teaching reflections, and his take on life.
Reading With Mr. SharpNov 08, 2017
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Experiencing A Teacher Read Aloud a Picture Book to my Students
We don’t have enough opportunities to learn from other teachers. Today I got to learn from my old teaching partner, Mrs. Woolworth.
Feb 19, 202001:56
One more chapter
Loved reading aloud Wildfire to my kids today.
Feb 18, 202001:37
Getting Creative with The Creativity Project
A beautiful day both outside and inside the classroom.
Mar 18, 201901:35
Reading Aloud The Evil Princess vs. The Brave Night
Today we read aloud Jennifer and Matthew Holm’s new picture book.
Mar 14, 201902:33
Working On Crafting Nonfiction Leads
Had a great day with my students. Writing workshop went extremely well. Excited to get back in the classroom tomorrow!
Mar 12, 201903:02
Monday Grade Level and Writing PD
Back at school today! Had a great day of PD. Love getting the opportunity to spend time working with my grade level.
Mar 11, 201902:41
Michigan Reading Association Annual Conference Reflection #mra19
I learned a ton at #mra19. Excited to take my new brining back to the classroom.
Mar 10, 201902:37
When They Fall in Love With Writing
There is nothing like experiencing a kid going from someone who hates writing, to someone that can’t get enough.
May 17, 201801:45
Thank Goodness for Google Docs | E47
Mar 16, 201801:46
Everyone Gets A Book | E46
The PTA at my school bought all the fifth graders a copy of The Creativity Project.❤️
Mar 12, 201802:07
All School PD | E45
Excited for a day of learning with my #wsdpanthers teammates.
Mar 12, 201802:23
Book Launch Week! | E44
I am thankful to all the people out there that helped make The Creativity Project possible.
Mar 11, 201804:06
Never Stop Growing E43
In this episode I reflect on an awesome week of learning at a couple of conferences.
Mar 10, 201803:04
Mock Caldecott 2018 | E42
Feb 09, 201804:20
The Nicest Act | E41
My students never stop impressing me. Their kindness is contagious and inspiring.
Jan 24, 201802:39
Losers Bracket by Chris Crutcher #booktalk | E 40
This amazing young adult novel comes out April 2018.
Jan 05, 201803:56
E39 | They’re Creating Even When I'm Not There
I love that my students are creating podcast episodes on days when I am not in school.
Dec 06, 201701:33
E37 | Using Audio Books
Audio books in the classroom.
Nov 14, 201702:26
E36 | I Like Reading
Watching a kid fall in love with reading is magical.
Nov 11, 201702:15
E35 | A New Read Aloud
Today we started a new read aloud , and I had some great reading conferences with my students.
Nov 09, 201704:12
E34: Classroom Library Survey and wishtree Read Aloud
Finishing our classroom read aloud of wishtree, and reflecting on a classroom library survey made today awesome.
Nov 08, 201705:49
E 33 | A Bad Day With A Sub
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Oct 25, 201702:15
E32 | Long Way Down #booktalk
Long Way Down #BookTalk
Oct 25, 201701:07
E31 | Come With Me
Come with Me is such an important picture book.
Sep 28, 201701:55
E30| Creative Start Rocks
I love starting our school day creating.
Sep 28, 201702:19
E29 | Loved Working With Brad
My pal Bras Wilson stopped to hang out with my students today.
Sep 26, 201701:33
E28 | My Readers Take Care of Each Other
I love watching my students get to know each other as readers.
Sep 25, 201701:22
E27 | A Surprise Half Day
Love that my students are willing to roll with whatever the day brings.
Sep 22, 201701:56
E26 | Sergeant Reckless ROCKS
The narrative nonfiction book Sergeant Reckless is fascinating. My students and I are captivated by this book.
Sep 18, 201701:12
E25 | Dot Day is crazy fun
I had a blast ending the week celebrating Dot Day with my students.
Sep 15, 201701:21
E24 | I Need To Slow Down
School is a marathon not a sprint.
Sep 09, 201701:23
E23 | I Got My Class List!!
I got my class list!!
Aug 15, 201702:35
E22| The Creativity Project Is Available for Preorder
I can't believe people are preordering my book. I'm so thankful.
Aug 14, 201701:52
E21| We Shouldn't Do It Alone
Working together is a lot more effective than working alone. Thankful to have help setting up my classroom.
Aug 12, 201702:57
E20 | Check out these amazing #BookTalks!
I loved hearing all the book talks people gave by calling in to my Anchor channel.
Aug 11, 201706:15
E19: Kickoff Reflections
Cool to mix-ins into an episode.
Aug 09, 201703:12
E18: The #TeamJXN #EdTech Kickoff
I had a blast learning and presenting at the Team Jackson Ed Tech Kickoff.
Aug 08, 201703:56
E17: It Takes a Village
I feel so blessed to have he support of my parents. They sacrifice so much to help me as an educator.
Aug 07, 201701:59
E16 | Switching Grades Has Effected My Summer Reading Choices
Changing grades has really influenced my reading this summer.
Aug 04, 201702:10
E15 | The First Rule Of Punk #BookTalk
I LOVED The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. P\351rez. I think kids are going to totally fall for this book.
Aug 02, 201701:19
E14 | First Anchor Interview
In this episode I interview Anchor employee Maya. We discuss some of Anchor's cool features and we talk about how educators might use it in schools.
Aug 01, 201709:42
E 13: Playing Waldo at a Bookshop
I had a blast dressing up as Waldo for a local book event.
Aug 01, 201703:06
E12 | Anticipating New Readers
I can't wait to meet my new students. I recorded his episode while walking around a book store.
Jul 31, 201701:25
E11 | #BookTalk: The Vanderbeekers
In this episode I book talk The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street.
Jul 29, 201701:03
E10 | Day 2 Setting Up My Room
I got a ton of work done in my classroom today. Much better than day 1.
Jul 27, 201701:24
E9 | First Day Working In My New Classroom
School starts in 28 days!!! I had a good first day working in my classroom.
Jul 26, 201701:43
E8 | Reading Aloud Connects Us
I've been thinking a lot about my students from last year, and how reading aloud helped us develop community.
Jul 25, 201702:16
E7 I Survived #booktalk
I finally read a book in the I Survived series. It was amazing! Looking forward to booktalking it in the fall.
Jul 24, 201701:47
E6 Life: a Gorgeous Picture Book
My booktalk of Cynthia Rylant and Brendan Wenzel's LIFE. This is a must read picture book.
Jul 23, 201701:05
E5 Seattle Reading Summit
I had an amazing time learning and growing with educators in Seattle. The highlight of the trip came in an unexpected place.
Jul 22, 201702:05