Addition and Subtraction Strategies
I love the time of year when we can start working on addition and subtraction strategies in math. There are three key...
Teaching High-Frequency Words in Kindergarten
When learning to read and write, learning high frequency words quickly and purposefully can make all the difference. In this blog post,...
Chick Life Cycle for Kids
One of my all-time favorite science units is the chick life cycle. I love giving my students the opportunity to watch the...
An Awesome Family Unit for Kindergarten
A family unit for kindergarten is an important social studies unit to start the year for several reasons. A family unit for...
Decomposing Numbers in Kindergarten
There are many important math skills for children to learn in kindergarten, but a key foundational skill they need to learn is...
Answering All Your Questions About Kindergarten Decodable Books
Learning more about the science of reading and how children really learn to read, I know now how important decodable books are...
Rethinking Thanksgiving in Kindergarten
I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting and learning about teaching with more of an equity lens. I am definitely trying to...
Hands-On Measurement with Animal Footprints!
Measurement in Kindergarten
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When studying measurement with my students, we always use non-standard...
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Teaching the Alphabet to Kindergarteners
Learning the alphabet is one of the major concepts that all kindergarteners must learn. There are many different philosophies and styles on...