Today I’m sharing some of my favourite apple activities for Kindergarten… because apples is one of my favourite themes to kick off the school year! 🍎 Not only are they perfect for September, but they also lend themselves to so many fun hands-on literacy, math, and fine motor activities that keep students engaged while building…
My blog post “What I Do: First Day & Week of FDK” is one of my most-read posts of all time — but it’s from 2017! Since then, I’ve taught a few more classes, had my own kids go through Kindergarten, and gathered lots of new ideas to share. This updated version includes fresh routines,…
Hi everyone! Every summer as teachers start thinking about going back to school, I get flooded with DMs and emails asking me the same questions: “How do you get ready for the first day of Kindergarten?” and “Can you share your Kindergarten start up list?”. After years of sharing bits and pieces in my newsletter,…
Hi there! It’s summer break! But when you have school aged kids (who refuse to go to camp🤪) you might be googling “tips for staying sane over summer break with kids at home” on Day 2😅 I’ve been sharing some things we’ve been doing to keep myself sane while having both of my boys (currently…
As the school year winds down and the excitement of summer builds, keeping your kindergarteners engaged can be a challenge—but maintaining a consistent routine alongside fun, hands-on summer-themed centers can make a HUGE difference 💛 In this post, I’m sharing summer themed centers for Kindergarten that are perfect for the month of June. These activities…
Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to show appreciation and love for all the amazing moms (and mother figures) out there. As educators (and many of us moms ourselves!), we know there’s nothing quite as special as a heartfelt, handmade gift from a child. Whether it’s a thoughtful card, a cute craft, or a personalized…
Looking for fresh, low-prep CVC centres for Kindergarten classrooms? I’ve gathered 16 fun and engaging activities that my students (and my own kids!) absolutely love—perfect for helping little readers build confidence with CVC words in a playful, hands-on way. Use these ideas in your literacy centres or small groups, especially for students who need a…
Nurturing a Love for the Earth from the Start Earth Day isn’t just a calendar event—it’s a powerful teaching moment for Kindergarteners to explore how they can help protect our planet. Through age-appropriate lessons and imaginative play, we can guide young learners to practice sustainable habits, and build empathy for the environment. In this post,…
Do your kiddos LOVE Easter as much as mine? Easter manipulatives make it super easy to make hands-on Easter centers that support fine motor, literacy and math skills development! Read on for some of my favourite ways to incorporate Easter into the Kindergarten classroom and make practicing literacy and math skills extra fun! 1. Fine…
Spring is coming, and it’s the perfect time to start adding some fun, hands-on spring themed centres to your classroom! Below are some spring-themed literacy and math centres for Kindergarten that give kids the chance to explore the season through activities that review foundational literacy and math skills. From planting seeds to using pipe cleaner…
I love sharing lessons and activities that have worked well in my Kindergarten classroom to provide you with engaging ideas and to help you cut down your planning time!
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