Your first year teaching Kindergarten is exciting—but let’s be real—it can also feel a little overwhelming. You’re not just setting up a room with tiny chairs and picture books… you’re laying the foundation for a classroom full of growing minds, daily routines, and meaningful relationships. Whether you’re unsure where to
As educators, we know that every minute counts in the classroom. Balancing the curriculum’s demands with our students’ needs can be challenging, especially when it comes to foundational skills like phonemic awareness. That’s why I’m excited to offer you a free week of phonemic awareness lessons that take less than
How do you start off the year teaching writing in Kindergarten? More than likely, your students will not be ready to be writing full sentences yet. You will have to really start from the basics of writing, with lots of modeling and scaffolding to get them where they need to
It’s back-to-school season again and chances are you’re looking for some back-to-school read-alouds for Kindergarten. The two main books that may be popping up everywhere are The Kissing Hand and First Day Jitters. While they are great books, I wanted to find some different options for that first week of
Are you at a school where you need to create your own daily schedule? After my first 3 years teaching, I was at a new school that did not give me a minute by minute schedule for the day. I was used to having exact times for not only lunch
What does your daily schedule look like in Kindergarten? Everyone’s schedule looks different and sometimes depending on your school or district, you may have a set schedule that you MUST stick to. At my last school, I was free to create my own schedule, so I have some tips and
Congrats parents! Your child is heading to Kindergarten very soon and you may be wondering, “What do kids needs to know before Kindergarten?” I’ve taught Kindergarten for 5 years and have a few suggestions to help make the transition into Kindergarten easier for both you and your child! These are
What does your daily calendar time in Kindergarten look like? It usually consists of the same songs and same routine, day after day. I found that my students were getting so bored with their calendar time and we needed something to change it up. Here’s how you can make calendar
The first day in Kindergarten can be hectic and overwhelming—I’ve experienced it firsthand! Over the years, I’ve developed a reliable first-day plan along with some tips for newer teachers. It’s important to find a balance: plan enough activities to fill the day without overloading it. Here’s a detailed look at
