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
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
Whether you’re in the classroom or learning virtually, teaching the standards in engaging ways is a common goal. Classroom games for kids are a great way to accomplish this. Games make learning fun! In fact, oftentimes students don’t even realize they are learning or practicing skills when they are playing a game. The following games would work perfectly as both… Read More
Movement activities for kindergarten are an important part of a school day. Each year the demands upon students and teachers seem to grow. In addition, PE and recess show a steady decrease. Students are still expected to sit still and be quiet in many classes. Except many young children are not capable of sitting still for extended periods of time…. Read More
Google Classroom for kindergarten may seem overwhelming and intimidating. Previously, I myself thought it would be too difficult for my kindergarten students to use. With the push of distance learning, I gave it a try, and I was surprised by the features it offers and its ease of use. If you’re wanting to try Google Classroom but not sure where… Read More
Before the shift to distance learning, I knew very little about using Google Classroom in kindergarten. At the time, I was unaware of many early childhood teachers using Google Classroom. I had heard many positive things to say about Google Classroom but for some reason, I thought using Google Classroom in kindergarten would be too hard. When schools closed it… Read More
