Lucky to have Morning Work? You bet. It has changed my mornings completely. My kinders rush into class and can't wait to start the day. Tardies? Nope! Dawdling in the hall? Nope! It makes for a much more pleasant morning, and my students are getting that extra, hands-on … [Read more...]
March Fine Motor Morning Work Stations
Here in Mrs. McGuire's class, we have St. Patrick's Day, leprechauns and all things green on our minds. That's why this month's morning work will have a bit of an Irish flavor to them. Luckily, my kinders indulge me and love all the mystery and intrigue that comes along with … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Ideas For Your Classroom
I was recently asked when I was scheduling an appointment if March 17th was a 'high holy day' in my family. I don't know why anyone would think that just because I have the last name of McGuire that St. Patrick's Day would be more special than any other day in my home. The … [Read more...]
Differentiated Kindergarten’s St. Patrick’s Day Survived!
It’s one of my most favorite times of the year, but it's also so darn exhausting. Seriously, being a trickily leprechaun is no easy task. And keeping the magic of the season alive for little ones, while so incredibly fun, can poop a poor kindergarten teacher-mom right out. But … [Read more...]
Differentiate By Engaging!-Differentiated Kindergarten’s Bright Idea
Today I'm teaming up with a slew of other great bloggers to bring you a bunch of fabulous Bright Ideas. For me, I'm always thinking about differentiating. It's always there in the front of my mind. Somedays I think I do it better than other days, but everyday it's what I'm … [Read more...]
Differentiated Kindergarten’s Leprechaun Shenanigans Begin
Let the Shenanigans begin!!!! I can’t help myself. I just had to get my St. Patrick’s Day fun started early. And so this week, Seamus made his first appearance. Yes! I have my very own leprechaun. He’s been visiting my class for years now and with a name like McGuire, … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Math Stations Differentiated Plans and a FREEBIE!
I’m all about choices. Even though I only have 9 math stations going in my classroom, I think you need to have a lot of choices so that you can get at those skills you really need. It's hard to find one pack that meets EVERYONE's needs, but I try really hard to give you those … [Read more...]
Differentiated Kindergarten’s St. Patrick’s Day Library
February is gone and it’s time to get my green on just in time for the St. Patrick’s Day season. A friend recently asked, 'when do you celebrate St. Patrick's Day? The week before or after? I am of the mind set that St. Patrick's is not a day, but a state of mind. I wait all … [Read more...]
How To Make Leprechaun Feet . . . because you asked for it!
I am truly amazed that these little green feet has caused such a hullabaloo on my blog site. Who would have guessed that not everyone was raised with the craze of leprechauns and all the mischief they bring about. But I had a ton of questions and requests after my … [Read more...]
