Preschool / Kindergarten
Beginning of the Year Books
It’s almost time for school to start again and I’ve been busy planning for my new group of preschoolers. The first few weeks of school are spent getting to know one another and reading all kinds of books. Below are a few of my favorite books to read at the...
Introducing Graphing
The beginning of the year is all about routine, routine, routine. Between setting the classroom rules, learning everyone’s name, and getting the kiddos into a groove, things can get a little… less than exciting. I always like an activity that will break up that...
You’re New to ECE, Now What?
So you there you were, enjoying Summer break when you got that dreaded email. Subject line: Grade Change. Take a deep breath and don’t worry about it because you will rock this.
In this post I will share my list of “Need To Know Now” ideas as you get ready the school year as a new pre-k or kindergarten teacher. And I promise, I’ll help you get through the first month tear-free.
Staying Organized & Sane with a Million Forms {PLUS a FREEBIE}
Being a preschool teacher you know all to well the struggle of being overwhelmed with the million of papers and forms you have to keep track of, especially at the beginning of the year! The key to keeping yourself sane, is having an organized system to store...
Full Body Self Portraits for Preschool
Another beginning of the year self portrait activity I like to do in my classroom is full body self portraits. The kids usually work together to create these portraits. The kids talk to one another about what they look like and what they are wearing. It’s...
Donors Choose to the Rescue- What Is Donors Choose and How to Get Your Project Funded
It’s that time of year again when teachers begin to spend thousands of dollars on their classrooms- Back to School! But let’s be honest, there is only so much you can do with your budgeted ‘donation’ to your classroom each year.
School Supply Adapted Books!
Wow! Summer has gone by fast again this year. Some of us are beginning school again soon and it’s time to starting thinking of setting up our classrooms and preparing our materials. Here are some great adapted books to use at the start of the year which focus...
September Sharing
The beginning of the year is so important for socializing. It can be a scary time for students who are anxious about talking to new people. It can be a scary time for teachers as they begin to observe heavy-hitting five-year-olds with clear plans to become queen of...
5 Tips for Creating a Successful Co-Teaching Team
Two weeks ago I wrote about best practices for creating a successful team with your Paraprofessional. Don’t forget to check out the Paraprofessional Training Manual. This week I am going to focus on ways to create a successful C0-TEACHING team. Co-teaching...
Bubble Painting
Science is an area I sometimes struggle with in my classroom. So I’m always looking for new science activities I can do with my kids. I’m lucky to be spending my summer with a girl who loves science experiments. We have been trying all kinds of activities...Featured Products
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