The fall is my favorite time in the classroom! This is the time of year that my littles are just getting settled into their new routines and we’re diving into fun topics, like apples. In my classroom, using books to align with what we’re learning about is key to my
Do you study and research the life cycle of butterflies in your classroom? I LOVE teaching all about butterflies in my kindergarten class! It’s such a fun science topic to dive into with students. If you’re looking for new ways to teach this topic in your classroom, you’re in luck!
Who else LOVES using thematic teaching?! I know I do! In kindergarten, it’s especially helpful to use themes as a way to snag student attention and maintain engagement in learning. In the winter, I love using a gingerbread theme in our classroom to work on important math and literacy skills
Fall is one of those seasons where classroom energy is high, curiosity is everywhere, and students are suddenly fascinated by everything from pumpkins to spiders to changing leaves. It is also one of the easiest times to turn that excitement into meaningful learning with fall nonfiction read alouds. Instead of
December in the classroom is exciting, a little chaotic, and full of energy. Students are distracted by upcoming holidays, routines feel a bit shaky, and it can be hard to keep everyone focused on learning. That’s why holiday read alouds are one of my favorite tools during this season. They
The first few weeks of school can feel a little chaotic. Students are learning routines, figuring out classroom expectations, and discovering how to work alongside their peers. One of the easiest and most meaningful ways to guide them through this transition is with read-alouds. The right story can spark conversations
If you’re teaching about weather, you probably know how quickly your students can get excited about it. The minute you start talking about rain, snow, clouds, or sunshine, the stories and questions start coming. But keeping that excitement going while also teaching weather vocabulary and science concepts can take a
You know those winter days when your students are more interested in talking about snow, building snowmen, and playing outside than anything you had planned for the day? Instead of trying to compete with all that excitement, why not use it to your advantage? Winter gives you so many natural