How is school already around the corner? Summer has seriously flown by. I love having the kids at home, having no type of schedule and hanging out at the water park all week. However, I'm ready for a little more consistency in our life. I think my kids are ready for it as well. I
I know a lot of you have used my Daily 5 Anchor Charts Freebie on TpT and I wanted to create new charts that go with my new Chevron collecti...
Whether you are doing a homeschool preschool program or are a teacher in a preschool, having a plan is essential. Every year, I begin with an outline for what I plan to teach throughout the school year. I created this resourceful, editable preschool curriculum to keep organized and easily change what I teach from year
Pockets charts are an essential resource for every early childhood classroom. Some manage classroom helpers, lunch choices or for literacy and math centers. As a result, a pocket chart will help your classroom and learners throughout the school year. Pocket Chart Most classrooms have this type of center for their learners to explore during their
It is so fun to look at all the adorable themes for little learners on Pinterest. From apples and pumpkins to bugs and flowers, there are so many cute ideas for your students. But, how can these "cute" thematic unit activities teach students what they need to learn in the classroom? What is a Thematic
I am linking up with DeeDee and sharing a peek at my week... and year. It's been a little chaotic around here lately, so I created a weekl...
Poetry is, let's be honest, not easy to teach at times. I feel it's the hardest genre to teach to my second graders. But it doesn't have to be something you dread to teach. And it doesn't have to be something your students dread either! Using engaging, funny poems while introducing the elements of poetry
How many times do you have to repeat instructions to your students on a daily basis? We, as teachers, spend more time than we need to repeating instructions and it definitely takes up important instruction time. How can we help our students stay on task? Giving directions for every assignment can seem like a monotonous
Pencils. You love them, and you hate them at the same time. They are found all over the classroom floor. Students never have them when they need them. Erasers turn into a form of chewing gum. For a kindergarten teacher, it's a pet peeve of mine! But do you know what's wonderful about kindergarteners? You
How is school already around the corner? Summer has seriously flown by. I love having the kids at home, having no type of schedule and hanging out at the water park all week. However, I'm ready for a little more consistency in our life. I think my kids are ready for it as well. I
MY LIFE HAS CHANGED! — CHECK OUT MY NEW BLOG! — I have been working so hard all summer to get the art room ready…and I can finally say it is done! Thanks to all who helped me in …
What are your thoughts on homework? Every year is different for my kids, depending on the teacher they have. For me, homework is important. It helps me as a parent see what they are covering in class. However, as a teacher, it helps me see what my learners can do on their own. An organized
Planning and organizing literacy stations can be tough! On top of everything else you have to do, sometimes just asking your students to read while you meet with small groups is easier. But is that the best use of all your time? I’ve perfected my stations with this literacy rotation system. It’s easy to follow
How many times do you have to repeat instructions to your students on a daily basis? We, as teachers, spend more time than we need to repeating instructions and it definitely takes up important instruction time. How can we help our students stay on task? Giving directions for every assignment can seem like a monotonous
When learning happens at home, consistency is the biggest struggle for many. Life gets in the way and before we know it, it's morning and nothing is planned for the day. Or you have papers strung all over your house with your daily schedule and you can't keep it all together. If this describes you
How is school already around the corner? Summer has seriously flown by. I love having the kids at home, having no type of schedule and hanging out at the water park all week. However, I'm ready for a little more consistency in our life. I think my kids are ready for it as well. I
Excellent ways to provide an accessible creation station for children and lots of ways to vary art inside the classroom with a variety of materials.
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I love having a well-stocked craft cupboard (or room, tote, or closet), but find myself locked in a never-ending battle with my craft supplies. A box from IKEA holds all my embroidery supplies except my oversized hoops, my twines are all in a tangle, and there are pompoms everywhere. Here are a baker’s dozen ways to keep your stash organized, accessible, and even aesthetically pleasing.
Teaching reading intervention is one of the many tasks teachers try to juggle into their schedule everyday. It's so hard to find the time help struggling...
Tips for Setting Up a New Art Room! Are you moving to a new classroom or just need a change in your current classroom. Check out these 7 Tips for designing an art classroom.
This is my second full-time year teaching exclusively art, and I have been learning even more than I ever imagined before I started my "art...
When I took this second grade position, I had many things on my to-do list. However, the first item on my list was classroom management ideas. Any teacher would agree that the most important skill in running a class is classroom management. There are so many strategies, but my go-to is Class Dojo! The Benefits
Summer has ended. The first few weeks are gone, and students are adjusting to the new normal. And if you've been in the classroom long, you know what that means. The voice level goes from almost non-existent to overload in a quick few days! You know that the beginning of school is all about setting
Editable files can be an extremely useful resource for your learners and instruction. When you need to differentiate a resource, finding an editable product could be your perfect solution. Why Editable Resources? I enjoy creating editable resources to help you customize my resources to meet the needs of your learners or your classroom. Chances are, you may
I'll admit it. When it comes to teaching fractions, I cringe a little. There is no doubt that this is a very difficult concept for many young learners. The idea of breaking something into equal parts and creating a new number is something very hard to grasp. In order to meet all learning styles, you
The stories and lessons of a first year art teacher
Today I am offering these Whole Brain Teaching Posters from my Chevron Classroom Package that will be COMING SOON! You can download them at my TpT Store... Class Rules... Whole Brain Teaching Pos
When I took this second grade position, I had many things on my to-do list. However, the first item on my list was classroom management ideas. Any teacher would agree that the most important skill in running a class is classroom management. There are so many strategies, but my go-to is Class Dojo! The Benefits
Sorting by attributes is a big fundamental skills taught in every early childhood classroom. Classifying and sorting is a unit that starts off math instruction for the school year. However, things like classroom management, getting to know your learners and other back to school craziness can take priority during the beginning of the school year.
Explore creative Craft Room Layout Ideas to optimize your space. Find inspiration for functional and stylish designs for a perfect crafting haven.
Hey Kinder Friends, This year I decided to create a Creation Station in one of my favorite corners of my room. It is small and out ...
What is a creation station and how does it fit in the kindergarten classroom? Find out the answers to these questions, plus a few ideas in this blog post.
A collaborative blog by Pre K and Kindergarten specialists. Child growth and development, information, free printables.
Can you agree with me when I say how different classrooms look these days? Classrooms are structured so differently! Boy, they sure have changed since I was in school! Flexible seating is one of many management systems that have made an appearance in many classrooms. These days, it's hard for children to sit still for
A guide to creating a Makerspace in your classroom with helpful tips and ideas to help you to get started.
