I saw a graphic on Instagram today, from @_thecoloramber, that simply said “Pause. Relax your jaw. Relax your shoulders. Relax your fists and breath. Smile.” It wasn’t until I read this that I realized how subconsciously I was tense. I’m sure we all are. The new routines, procedures, ways of communication, and so much more. Not to mention the new… Read More
Daily Lesson Plan For Distance Learning + BONUS Weekly Snapshot
Using Zoom For E-Learning
It’s all a bad dream, right? An email, text, or direct message was given to many teachers, instructing us to gather what we could, pack up what we wanted and stay quarantined at home. Many teachers were never even given the opportunity to hug their students and say a proper goodbye. This is our new reality for the next few… Read More
Distance Learning Brain Bags
Are you here to get your download of the Distance Learning Brain Bags? Yay, that’s awesome! I am so glad you are here. Now, here is the story on how these came to be… As districts started shutting down last week, I knew it was just a matter of time until my district followed suit. I started to pay attention… Read More
Free Online Learning Resources For Kids During Corona Virus School Closures
Wow! Just a few days ago, we were joking about the full-moon, Friday the 13th and daylight savings being all in one week. It’s amazing to me how life can turn on a dime. The full moon isn’t on my radar anymore. Nor do I really care about Friday the 13th. Like many of you, my state has officially closed… Read More
Winter STEM Ideas For Your Classroom
STEM is such a vital and exciting part of any kindergarten classroom. They teach a variety of different skills including those that come when teaching science, technology, engineering or math! My favorite part about STEM, though, is that my students always think we’re just playing. I try very hard to make sure that my students have as much fun while… Read More
Must See Cyber Monday Deals For Teachers
We all know that saving a buck here and there is really important when shopping for our classrooms. I also know that this can be a hot topic for many. I am not trying to stir up any feelings or extra drama here, but I do want to help you save some money this by finding the best deals for… Read More
Tips For A Successful Parent Teacher Conference
It’s that time of the school year again. The time when teachers gather student data and work samples, in preparation for each student’s Parent Teacher Conference. In our district, we are only required to have one scheduled parent teacher conference a year, so I try and make sure to be well organized and well prepared. I often get asked what… Read More
Teaching Alphabet Letters and Sounds in Kindergarten
Teaching alphabet letters and sounds is one of the foundations of literacy and early education. Students need to have a solid understanding of what a letter is, the sound(s) it makes and how each letter operates to make a readable word. As a current kindergarten teacher, I have had lots of teachers message me and ask whether I teach letters… Read More
Free Printable Ordering Pumpkins For 1-12
Counting with Kindergarteners every day is important but can easily become monotonous! I try really hard to make sure that activities are engaging but functional as well. Just as with this Pumpkin Number Order activity is! I really enjoy including seasonal and holiday themes for our activities. I feel like my students respond very well when the activities are relevant… Read More
Using Vooks In The Classroom + Free Printable
As an early childhood teacher, I know that exposing my students to books and reading is imperative to building their literacy foundation! It is so very important for little learners to not only look at books but to HEAR books being read and to follow along with the illustrations and storyline. Each week when I am lesson planning, I am… Read More
