How to Use Retrieval Practice in Kindergarten
If you’ve ever taught a lesson that your students seemed to understand… and then the next day they looked at
10 Benefits of Using Decodable Readers in Kindergarten
If you teach kindergarten, you’ve probably seen this happen. A student looks at a word, glances at the picture, and
What’s in My Teacher Bag: The Essentials I Can’t Live Without
Every teacher knows the struggle: your bag carries half your life, but by mid-morning, it feels like nothing is ever
How to Use Elkonin Boxes in Kindergarten for Phonemic Awareness
When students are guessing at words, struggling to blend smoothly, or spelling CVC words inconsistently, the root issue is often
How to Organize Your Centers So Students Can Work Independently in the Spring
By the time spring hits in kindergarten, center time can start to feel harder instead of easier. Spring kindergarten centers
Valentine’s Day Activities Your Kindergarteners Will Love
Valentine’s Day is a good excuse to mix in some different activities in the classroom. It’s a chance for kids
The 100th Day of School in Kindergarten
The 100th day of school is one of those milestones kindergarteners actually feel. By this point in the year, they
How To Get Organized Mid-Year as a Teacher
By mid-year, your classroom probably looks very different from how it did in August. Some systems aren’t working the way
Low Prep Winter Centers for Math
Winter can be one of those tricky seasons in kindergarten with our kids are settling back in after breaks, routines
How To Reset Your Class After Winter Break
Winter break is a nice, long pause for everyone. But coming back almost always requires reset for your classroom. Routines
5 Easy Holiday Crafts That Teach Fine Motor Skills
Holiday crafts don’t have to be just cute projects that get sent home or fill time before a break. When
What I Use in Kindergarten Literacy Small Groups
Small group time is easily one of my favorite parts of the kindergarten day. It’s where I get to slow
2025 Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide
I love buying stocking stuffers. There’s something about filling a tiny space with little gifts that are useful, cute, and
2025 toddler gift guide
I love buying toddler toys, but even then it can be surprisingly hard to know what will actually get used.
Baby Products I’d Buy Again
Having a second baby comes with a lot of lessons learned and a few favorite products that make life so
2025 Gift Guide for Women
Gifting is one of my favorite things to do, but I especially love finding gifts that I know will actually
2025 Baby Gift Guide
There’s a lot of baby stuff out there, but not all of it is worth the hype. I’ve put together
2025 Gift Guide for Teachers
Do you need gift ideas for a special teacher in your life? We know that teachers deserve a little extra
Building Classroom Community: SEL Activities for Kindergarten
The first few months of kindergarten can feel like a big adjustment. Students are learning new routines, parents are wondering
How to Prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences in Kindergarten
Parent-teacher conferences can feel a little overwhelming, especially if it’s your first year. I used to stress about them. So
How To Set Up & Utilize A Sound Wall
Sound walls are an effective tool to use in the kindergarten classroom. Learn how to set-up and use a sound wall with your students.
How I Prep for Back to School – Over Summer!
What I do (and Don’t Do) to get ready for back to school So you’ve wrapped up another school year
What Should Kids Know Before Kindergarten?
What students should know before Kindergarten: A teacher’s Guide for Parents If you’re a kindergarten teacher, then you’ve definitely been