When I first saw interactive notebooks, I knew I wanted to do them in my Kindergarten classroom! They were similar to a worksheet, but 100 times better, because they were engaging, practiced fine motor skills, and I thought my students would love them. However, I was under the impression they would be "too hard" for Kindergarteners. I wish I didn't underestimate my student's ability and tried them ... Read More about Interactive Notebooks in Kindergarten
My Experience Working with VIPKID
As you may know, I am taking a year off of teaching to stay at home with my new baby girl! I am so blessed to be able to do this and it's all thanks to Teachers Pay Teachers and VIPKID. Without those two companies, I would not be able to stay at home, and I am SO thankful! I receive many questions about VIPKID, so I am going to answer most of them in this post and share what my experience working ... Read More about My Experience Working with VIPKID
How to Run a Successful Meet the Teacher
It's that time again! Back to School time! And chances are you are preparing for your Meet the Teacher to meet all your students and parents for the first time. (Or Open House, Back to School Night, whatever your school calls it) Your main goal is to make a great first impression with your new student's and their parents/guardians! Today I am going to share my best ideas for Meet the Teacher with ... Read More about How to Run a Successful Meet the Teacher
Classroom Organization Ideas for Kindergarten
As long as I can remember, I've always been a very organized, color-coded, alphabetic order, "let's make a to-do list" kinda girl. Clearly, classroom organization would be my strength. Most people who walk in notice it right away. "Wow, you're organized!" is the most common compliment I get from new parents on Meet the Teacher day. I believe that a well-organized classroom runs smoothly! If you ... Read More about Classroom Organization Ideas for Kindergarten
Behavior Management in Kindergarten
Figuring out behavior management in Kindergarten seems like a daunting task. This will be many of your student's first time in a school setting. They will not know how to sit properly, walk in line, or how to act in the lunch room. In addition to teaching them routines and procedures, you need to teach them how they behave at school. This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I earn a small ... Read More about Behavior Management in Kindergarten