Month: July 2021

  • kindergarten morning bins

    Fine Motor Morning Bins for Kindergarten Morning Work

    A new kindergarten teacher recently asked me about what I have the kids work on for Kindergarten Morning Work.  For years, I had my kids work on the traditional morning work worksheet.  A few years back, I decided to ditch the worksheet for what I call “The Fine Motor 15.”  Our mornings now begin with […]

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  • Paint Sticks

    6 Things I Love About Kwik Stix Paint Sticks

    Have you heard of Kwik Stix Paint Sticks?  They are a dream for parents and teachers alike.  In this blog post, I will tell you all about this must-have art supply for the home or classroom. ~This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. What are Kwik Stix Paint Sticks? Kwik Stix are tempera paint […]

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  • ClassTag Parent Communication

    ClassTag for Parent-Teacher Communication

    Why I Love ClassTag for Parent-Teacher Communication I’m all about trying to create a healthy work-life balance, which can be easier said than done as a teacher.  I don’t know about you, but last school year took a toll on my mental health.  It was as if I never stopped working.  I knew something needed […]

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  • kindergarten writing journals

    How to Use Kindergarten Writing Journals

    Writing can be one of the most intimidating components of the Kindergarten curriculum.  I remember when I began teaching kindergarten, I stressed so much about teaching writing.  This was mainly because I felt that we did not have a solid writing curriculum.  So when I couldn’t find the resources my students needed to become successful […]

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  • bulletin board

    Home Office Bulletin Boards with Art to Frames

    My Home Office Bulletin Board: PinPix by Art to Frames If you follow my blog, you know that I love a good bulletin board in the classroom!  This summer, I wanted to create a bulletin board in my home office that would serve as a vision board for my business.  I’m hoping that having a […]

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