Kindergarten Resources, Curriculum, and Teaching Ideas
One of the questions I am asked most often is, “What can I do to help my child get ready for kindergarten?” You may not realize it, but you have been preparing your child since he or she was a baby. Reading and singing, playing games, and teaching your child to use words to […]
Thinking of Setting Up a Writing Center? Two years ago, I created a dedicated Writing Center. I wish I had done it sooner because it has ignited a spark in even my most reluctant writers. If you are considering setting up a writing center in your kindergarten or first grade classroom, this post is for […]
Have you thought about or maybe already attempted administering Virtual Kindergarten Assessments? As a kindergarten teacher who struggled with assessing during the Spring of 2020, I knew something needed to change. What I found was that many of my students struggled with online assessments. Overall, my kids had a lot of difficulty staying on the […]
Calendar time is such an important part of the Kindergarten and First Grade day. It is SO much more than simply adding a date to the grid. Instead, it is when so many meaningful math connections take place. I created my Digital Calendar Math and Morning Message BUNDLE during remote learning and saw enormous success […]
7 Secrets for Teaching Writing in Kindergarten When I started in kindergarten back in 2006, teaching writing was by far the most challenging part for me. There wasn’t a manual or many resources available. I didn’t have a specific curriculum that mapped everything out. This led me to do extensive research on best practices for […]
Create a Portable Word Wall that’s Perfect for Kindergarten If you are on Pinterest these days, you most likely have come across ideas for portable word walls. I started using one last year with alphabetized words, and I really loved the idea of it. The kids enjoyed using it, and it got them excited about […]
