Educating the Whole Child in Kindergarten
February teaching in kindergarten is such a fun time! Not only are there several fun themes that you can include in February, but there is also Valentine’s Day–a time when we can celebrate all the great friends our students have made this year! I like to bring the February themes into as many content areas as possible, but I especially…
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Black history is an important part of American history. Every child deserves representation. When students see themselves in a book and classroom lessons, they feel represented. I hope you take time during Black History Month to teach about historical figures from all ethnicities throughout the year. There is so much history that young children are capable of learning. Let’s…
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In addition to Valentine’s Day, there are quite a few more wonderful occasions and holidays to be celebrated in February. We love to read, so we’ve put together a list of Books to Read in February that fit many of the fun celebrations. 1. Snoopy for President! First on the list of Books to Read in February Snoopy for President is the…
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The winter months can be a tough time in kindergarten classrooms. During this time, students are gearing up for winter break or readjusting after returning from break. As students are preparing for winter, it’s crucial to plan fun winter activities for them to keep them engaged. The best way to keep students engaged is through hands-on activities. Hands-on activities are…
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Colder months of the year bring many opportunities to stay inside (where it’s warm) and get creative with kids. We’ve found some cool winter crafts for kids that are perfect for the classroom or to do at home, all of which are easy and frugal. 1. Doily Snowman Craft We’re kicking of this list of winter crafts for kids with a…
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These simple Winter Crafts and Writing Prompts Activities perfect for kindergarten, prek, first grade, etc. aged children. This set includes SEVEN simple, one-page crafts meant to supplement your January or winter learning. There is no need to print on colored paper or multiple pages. To create each craft, students will color, cut and glue the parts together. They can also…
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Cold winter evenings are more fun with a book that you and your child can read aloud together. We are sharing a list of wonderful winter books for young readers, all of them perfect for this time of the year. 1. The Lonesome Polar Bear A wonderful story about friendship that your kindergartener will love. Check The Lonesome Polar Bear 2. Snow! Snow!…
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These winter stem learning activities are perfect for your young learner to help them grow through the engineering process. Your kids will love these activities. This set includes THIRTEEN STEM challenges. I have included a recommended supply list but you should be able to use resources you already have in your classroom. The amazing thing about STEM is that we…
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Making Christmas crafts in kindergarten can either be a nightmare or one of the best parts of celebrating Christmas in your classroom. By picking the right craft and following some simple tips for doing crafts in kindergarten, you can keep the fun parts of crafting, without the added stress. These are some of my best tips for making kindergarten Christmas…
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