For K-2 students I taught a lesson that focused on the position words (in, on, over, under, beside). Although this is a Kindergarten skill, all my students needed the review and I incorporated some advanced writing for the 2nd grader. The materials for the lesson were provided through the curriculum and included a poster, sight word cards, and leveled reader. All students had the opportunity to speak, write, and listen.
I feel that my classroom is very inviting for students. It is bright and full of games that children want to play (even though they might be learning while they play). Because we are like a small family that comes together every afternoon, I am not sure that my students would be as welcoming to a new student. They really like to have me all to themselves and what we do is "secret"!!!!!!
