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 ...
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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 ...
How to Correct a Poor Pencil Grip: 10 Tips to Help
As a kindergarten teacher, one of the things I see kids struggle with the most is holding a pencil properly. From fisting pencils to wrapping the third finger, I have seen it all when it comes to ...
10 Best Fine Motor Toys
The 10 Best Fine Motor Toys for Preschoolers & Kindergarten Students Learn more about the best fine motor toys for four to six year-olds... In the past few years, I ...
The Fine Motor 15: Begin Each Day Making Hand to Mind Connections
Read about why I decided to say goodbye to traditional morning work, and hello to “The Fine Motor 15!” I have taught kindergarten since 2006. In recent years, I have noticed a serious ...
Kindergarten Morning Work Re-imagined!
Making a Change to what Kindergarten Morning Work looks like... After seeing so many of my students struggle with basic fine motor skills, I knew I something needed to change. Enter what I ...
