Geoboards: The Perfect Fine Motor Tool for Hands-on Learning
All things fine motor–all the time! It’s kind of my motto these days in kindergarten. As we see the continuing trend of students entering kindergarten with little, if any, hand…
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Counting Cup Math Mats
Using counting cups in preschool, kindergarten or even first grade is an engaging, fun way to practice a variety of math skills. This blog post offers tips for organizing and using counting cups, suggestions for items to use as counters and a free set of printable math mats for use in your classroom or as a tool for homeschoolers. These hands-on activities are great for math centers, stations, or rotations. They are also a good resource for teaching small group guided math.
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Stress-Free Valentine’s Day Activities
After posting about my Stress-free Halloween Fun Stations, I had a bunch of requests for similar posts for other holidays . . . including Valentine’s Day.Β I know a bunch…
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Fall | Halloween | Morning Work | Fine Motor
Effortless and Stress-Free Halloween Activities!
I love Halloween, but I honestly feel like sometimes it can be a little over the top and too much for my kindergarten kids.Β I want them to have a…
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Building Blocks Are More Than Just Fun!
Using building blocks (or Legos) to create images and designs is a SUPER popular activity in my kindergarten classroom and an easy one to set up and maintain.Β My students…
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Simple Back-to-School Play Dough Activities That Build Fine Motor Skills
Teach play dough routines with simple back-to-school play dough activities that build fine motor skills, classroom expectations, independence, and hands-on practice.d.
