Small group time is one of the most powerful parts of the day in a primary classroom. It’s where you can give students more individualized instruction, target specific skills, and see their growth up close. But let’s be honest. . . it can also feel a little overwhelming when you’re
As a primary teacher, you know all too well that classroom management is a non-negotiable. Managing a classroom full of energetic little learners takes a mix of patience, creativity, and solid routines. Whether you’re a brand-new teacher or a seasoned pro looking for fresh ideas, these 3 essential classroom management
Let’s be honest, friend, setting up a primary classroom is no small feat. Between crayons, manipulatives, worksheets, and games, it can feel like your classroom is one giant stack of bins just waiting to tip over. So.Many.Materials. I get it! But here’s the truth. . . a well-organized classroom isn’t
Are you looking for more engaging ways to teach phonics topics in your room? I think if you’re a kindergarten, or primary teacher, the answer is always YES! Kiddos in the primary classroom are going a million miles a minute, so anything we choose to use in our lessons has
My primary goal day after day in the classroom is to make whatever we’re learning more fun. As a primary teacher, I know that the activities and lessons we use will shape how my students view school. If they come to expect boring, repetitive activities from me, it’s pretty unlikely
As a primary teacher, my main objective is to make sure my kids are learning all of the foundational skills they need in an engaging format. I don’t want them JUST to learn. I want them to have fun learning! Because of this, I’ve learned some tips and tricks to
Back to school means it’s time to start focusing on beginning math skills like counting. One of my best tips for helping new learners grasp this concept is to use simple and engaging games in my classroom. As littles are learning the ropes, fun games help keep them focused and
Are you gearing up for the first week of school? If so, let’s plan together! Today I’m sharing some of my favorite back to school activities for kindergarten. These low-prep, engaging lessons and activities are just what you need to calm the chaos and have a fantastic back to school
Who’s ready for back-to-school time? If you nervously shrugged, you’re not alone! Setting up a classroom for a new school year is a big undertaking. Knowing which tools and materials will make the most difference for your kiddos can be hard! To help remedy this dilemma, I’m sharing my top
For the first few weeks of school, we always focus on the basics such as how to be a friend, sharing, walking in a line, sitting on the carpet, writing our name, how to use our materials, and of course… LETTERS! Many students do not enter Kindergarten with a strong