When it comes to teaching kids how to read, we want a research-backed, proven approach to our phonics instruction. We’ve learned that memorization, guessing, and just “reading a lot” will not effectively teach our children to read. We know that the Science of Reading shows us that we need this
Report card time is approaching and grades are almost due! You know you have to complete lots of one-to-one assessments in your Kindergarten classroom in a short period of time. Giving one-to-one assessments is time-consuming and it can be hard to find the time to assess all of your students.
Do you give spelling tests in Kindergarten? While there are some benefits to spelling practice in Kindergarten, I don’t think spelling tests should be required in Kindergarten. Students are just learning how to segment words and make letter-sound connections. Spelling is an important skill, but there are some do’s and
Finding and planning STEM activities for kids can be a lot of work. You have to find the activity on Pinterest or a blog, grab all the materials, possibly go to the store to get any additional materials and then actually do it with your child. I am not a
Phonemic Awareness is one of the main skills that you will teach as a Kindergarten teacher. But, how do you know if your students are really “getting it”? It’s important to complete phonemic awareness assessments in Kindergarten to help guide and differentiate your instruction and assist those who need additional
Today on the blog, Kayla from Move Mountains in Kindergarten shares all about how to create mini anchor charts using IKEA frames and how her students use these visuals daily. Hi y’all! I am Kayla from Move Mountains in Kindergarten and am currently a Kindergarten teacher from Nashville, TN. This
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!
This month, I am excited to bring back the monthly guest blog post! STEM has alwaysbeen one of my favorite ways to promote hands on and engaging learning in my classroom. Today, Dena from Miss Tech Queen is sharing some ways to use STEM activities in theclassroom. Hi! I
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.
