When the countdown to summer begins, engagement in the classroom can take a nosedive. But instead of battling the wiggles and groans, why not lean into the fun? Kindergarten review games are the perfect way to keep your students learning and excited during those final weeks of school. Whether you’re
Developing fine motor skills takes years of practice to build that coordination and dexterity. Strong fine motor skills help kids be able to get dressed independently, write, draw, and more. This doesn’t happen overnight, but with years of practice starting from when children are little. As a teacher, you need
It’s the end of the year again, which means it’s time to clean up your classroom. Honestly, I actually enjoyed cleaning up my classroom each year, because it gave me the ability to start with a fresh slate each year. However, it does take a lot of time to do
Does it seem like you are spending so much time planning your ELA centers? You don’t need to spend hours trying to plan and prep your centers. There is a more efficient way that you can plan your centers for the week in as little as 5 minutes! Over the
Do you wish your students were able to write independently? They can! All they need is a little help getting there. The best independent writing activity for Kindergarten that I’ve used are picture prompts! Picture prompts can help students become more confident in writing independently by giving them a picture
Here is where you will find all the links to Sweet for Kindergarten IGTV episodes, as well as any links that I mention in each episode. Phonics Q&A Series May 10- Present Phonics Q & A Intro Episode 1: Should you teach long vowels in Kindergarten? Episode 2: How to
Are you looking on Amazon and Target, thinking “What do I need for my classroom?” All of the choices can seem overwhelming. Plus there are tons of “shiny objects” that truly won’t make a difference if you have it in your classroom or not. That’s why, I’m sharing my 3
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
I am thrilled to partner with Paper Mate® on their partnership with Box Tops for Education™ this back-to-school season! If you know me, you know I love all the bright colors! Paper Mate® Flair pens make it easy to color code my planner and organize my busy life. I love
