High-frequency word games for kindergarten have always been a favorite of mine! I try to use them in my classroom to support learning whenever possible. After learning the difference between sight words vs. high-frequency words, I knew I needed to provide my students with repeated exposure and practice. Playing high-frequency word games for kindergarten can help students turn high-frequency words… Read More
In teaching, you frequently hear both the terms sight words and high-frequency words used interchangeably. I’ll admit whenever I heard either one, I thought they were the same thing. But, recently, as I was learning more about the science of reading, I realized I was wrong. So let’s look at sight words and high-frequency words a little closer. What is… Read More
Each year I read different versions of The Three Little Pigs for fun. We use these fairy tales to work on comprehension skills too but that’s about it. Until this year when the idea for the 3 Little Pigs STEM challenge was born! I love activities that are cross-curricular. In science, we use the FOSS Kits. One of the kits… Read More
Minute to Win It Games are one of my favorite activities to use during classroom parties for several reasons. First, these games can be played alone or in groups. You can spread them throughout the day or play them all at once. Additionally, minute to win it games are fast, affordable, and easy to set up. Last, using the word… Read More
In the classroom, I love to use themes to help keep my kids engaged and integrate subjects. Just because students are learning from home doesn’t mean this has to stop! Looking to integrate themes? Check out these virtual winter activities. Virtual Winter Activities to Assign Winter Boom Cards Boom cards are a great addition to any classroom! Students love them… Read More
Sight words can be tricky for many students. When presented with a new word, students often try to sound it out. Unfortunately, this does not work with many sight words. Explicit instruction and repeated exposure are important in helping students master sight words. Another possible way to help is to use virtual sight word games. How to Play & What’s… Read More
I love a good theme. Anytime I can integrate what we are learning in science or social studies into other subject areas, I’m in! Thanksgiving math activities are a great way to do this. Thanksgiving math activities can be completed using printable activities or digital Google Slides™. Digital Thanksgiving Math Activities Kindergarten Digital Math Help your students practice kindergarten math… Read More
Each year I look for ways to integrate subject areas. Veterans Day Math Activities are an easy way to do this. Each of these activities uses themed clip art to practice kindergarten and first-grade math standards. Veterans Day math activities can be used as a math station, a follow-up activity, or easily assigned in Google Classroom. Additionally, they are available… Read More
