Let's face it, the week or two right before the holiday break is always kind of like trying to herd kittens. Kindergarten students are especially vulnerable to the distractions that come with all the decorations and hoopla of the season. So instead of trying to fight it, why not use it to your advantage by creating a super simple differentiated literacy (or math) game that is crazy engaging and fun. MATERIALS This game isn't going to break the bank and even if you decide not to use ... VIEW POST
A DIY Differentiated Holiday Game
Stress-Free Holiday Station Activities
That last day before the holiday break can be a doozy if you're not careful. For me, I like to make it manageable for me and fun for my kids. Stress-Free Holiday Stations are just the ticket. I've compiled my favorite games and activities to share with you so you can enjoy a Stress-Free day, too. STATIONS MAKE IT EASY PEASY Just like when I'm planning for Halloween and Thanksgiving, I find that when I can keep students engaged in fun and meaningful activities, the day is more pleasant ... VIEW POST
Target Mini Eraser Math
Are you harboring a deep dark secret? Are you hoarding oodles and oodles of those adorable Target Mini Erasers, but really have no idea what you should be doing with these lovely little bits of fun? I can help you with that. I have combined mini erasers with my favorite tool . . . self-correcting cards . . . to come up with some independent math activities that will delight your classroom friends and give them valuable math skill practice they need. You'll love them because ... VIEW POST
Stress-Free Thanksgiving Activities
I'm all about the stress-free part of teaching, and with the holidays, comes the crazies. So making the days before a little less stressful without sacrificing fun is KEY. Thanksgiving activities are included in this mix. So I thought I would share a little bit of what I like to do in my own class the day before the break to keep things engaging but manageable. STATIONS MAKE IT EASY PEASY Much like Halloween, I like to make the most of the day by setting up some super easy, ... VIEW POST
Thanksgiving Turkey Bulletin Board Banner
You'd be surprised how much learning takes place when you create a Thanksgiving turkey bulletin board for your kindergarten classroom. But it does! Here's a little sneak peek at how my class did ours and a free banner to get you started. THE TURKEY So when I was planning these turkeys in my head, it was my intention to use this activity to reinforce shapes that we need to learn in kindergarten by making the bodies by using triangles, circles, rectangles, squares and even ... VIEW POST
Learning With Watercolor Paints
Using a variety of materials that are engaging to different students is what will keep your math and literacy activities exciting and meaningful for your students. Watercolors paints are a valuable learning tool that can make move learning from mundane to marvelous. Watercolors in the Classroom I get it. Watercolors can be messy! And you may think, it just means more work for me in the long run. But honestly, I use watercolors nearly every week for either a math or literacy stations ... VIEW POST
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