Coming back to school after winter break can feel overwhelming—for teachers and students. The excitement, the chatter, the forgotten routines… it’s a lot. Before you dive back into academics, remember this important reminder: Go slow now so you can go fast later.Spending time resetting expectations and rebuilding routines will save you weeks of frustration down the road. Here are 5 easy and ... Read More about 5 Simple Ways to Ease Back into School After Winter Break
Spookley the Square Pumpkin
🎃 Teach Shapes and Kindness with Spookley the Square Pumpkin! 🎃 Fall is the perfect time to combine fun, learning, and meaningful lessons, and Spookley the Square Pumpkin is one of my favorite books to do just that! This heartwarming story teaches students about being unique and kind, while giving you the perfect opportunity to tie in lessons on 2D shapes, character traits, and story ... Read More about Spookley the Square Pumpkin
The Good, The Bad, And The Spooky
Halloween is such a magical time in the classroom — filled with excitement, imagination, and a little extra energy! If you’re looking for a way to capture that energy and turn it into meaningful learning, you’ll love my Good, The Bad, and The Spooky Book Companion. This interactive read-aloud is designed to keep your students engaged while exploring one of their favorite Halloween stories. It’s ... Read More about The Good, The Bad, And The Spooky
Calm Down Corner
As teachers, we know that big feelings happen in the classroom. A Calm Down Corner is a safe, supportive space where students can practice self-regulation strategies, take a break, and return ready to learn. When used intentionally, it helps children build emotional awareness and develop coping skills that last a lifetime. But simply creating a Calm Down Corner isn’t enough—you have to teach ... Read More about Calm Down Corner
Patriot’s Day Everyday Heroes
Honoring Our Community Heroes on Patriot Day Patriot Day, observed on September 11th, is a day of remembrance across the United States. While the history of this day is very serious, as kindergarten teachers, we know it’s important to approach it in an age-appropriate and sensitive way. For our youngest learners, the focus shouldn’t be on loss, but instead on honoring the heroes who serve and ... Read More about Patriot’s Day Everyday Heroes
5 Tips For Teaching Beginning Sounds
1. Make Learning Interactive Young learners thrive on movement and play. Instead of relying solely on worksheets, incorporate activities that allow students to manipulate letters and sounds. For example, in small groups, try my FREE Roll & Say Beginning Sounds Game. Students roll a dice and say the beginning sound for all the letters in the row they land on. This game is perfect for small ... Read More about 5 Tips For Teaching Beginning Sounds
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