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
Veterans Day Math Activities
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
Google Classroom for Kindergarten: Must-Have Activities
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
Using Google Classroom in Kindergarten: Getting Started
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
Zoom Games With Students During Distance Learning
Distance learning has faced teachers with a whole new set of challenges. How do you keep kids interested and engaged when they’re staring at a screen from their home? Zoom games with students were my solution to this. Games are one of my favorite things! Anytime or anything that lends itself to a game, I’m in! Games increase interest and… Read More
Zoom Activities for Students During Distance Learning
Zoom has been frequently used in the business world for many years. In the classroom, you directly interact with your students and their families, ceasing a need for virtual communication such as Zoom. So why would you need Zoom activities for students? With the shift to distance learning the need for a new way to meet, connect, and learn with… Read More