Educating the Whole Child in Kindergarten
Teaching onset and rime often seems like a challenging task in kindergarten. For those unfamiliar with this concept, onset is the initial phonological unit of any word, and rime is the string of letters that follow. Rime usually consists of a vowel and a final consonant sound. Even when young children know how to read the first sound correctly, they…
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It is easy to overlook the objective of teaching patterns in kindergarten. After all, how does looking at different pictures and colors in a sequence benefit students in the long run? The answer is simple: complex patterns are found in math in several ways. So, recognizing different patterns prepares students for later mathematical success. In addition, identifying patterns requires strong…
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It is hard to believe that we are already almost to the 100th day of school! With this special day quickly approaching, you are probably looking for all of the best ways to celebrate the 100th day of school in your classroom. In past years, we celebrated the entire day and did tons of fun activities geared towards the number…
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When students return from winter break in January, it is so important to hit the ground running with fun hands-on activities that keep them engaged! After all, the time we have with this group of kinders is starting to dwindle after that first semester is over. If you are like me, you still have PLENTY of content to cover. With…
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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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This snowman play dough and writing activity is perfect for the holidays and winter! If you have ever heard me speak at a conference or your school’s professional development, then you know that I am a play dough super fan. For most children, it is simply fun and engaging, but as an educator, I can tell you it is so…
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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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Who doesn’t love a fun snowman treat during the winter? This is perfect for your classroom or kitchen at home with your kids. Combine a few sweet (no cooking needed) ingredients and you have a fun afternoon snack. If you are like me and live in Texas, this may be the only way to build a snowman too. 😉 We…
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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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