Sensory bins are my FAVORITE hands-on center to use with my students! It provides so much opportunity to explore, practice fine motor skills, and adds excitement to an otherwise ordinary activity. Today, I am teaming up with some of my teacher friends to share our Thanksgiving sensory bin ideas and
A smooth and structured kindergarten morning routine can make all the difference in how your day unfolds. Establishing clear expectations and consistent procedures right from the start helps students feel calm, confident, and ready to learn. In this post, I’ll walk you through exactly how I set up a successful
Reading aloud is one of the most powerful ways to build early literacy skills, especially when it comes to teaching the alphabet. Whether you’re a classroom teacher or a homeschooling parent, choosing the right alphabet books can make a big impact on your students’ ability to recognize letters and understand
Are you switching grade levels to Kindergarten? I made the change from 2nd to Kindergarten, and am here to help walk you through what to expect!
Looking for some help planning your end of year class party? You can read my favorite ideas for the end of year party, including awards, decorations, and a slideshow!
Why is phonemic awareness so important? These skills set the stage for success when students are becoming fluent readers. Read how these warm ups are helping students learn phonological awareness skills in their classrooms.
The weather outside is frightful (aka COLD!), but the read alouds are so delightful! In January, we learn about snow, penguins, and the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Today, I am sharing 15 of my favorite January read alouds, perfect for those cold, snowy days. Let It Snow! The
Developing fluency with consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words is a crucial step in a child’s journey to becoming a proficient reader. CVC words are the building blocks of early literacy, forming the foundation for more complex language skills. Kindergarteners should have a solid grasp of blending CVC words before entering 1st Grade.
If you follow me on Instagram, you know I absolutely love write the room activities in Kindergarten! They are a great way to get your students up and moving while learning or reviewing. You can do them with any subject- number recognition, beginning sounds, CVC words, counting, sight words, even
