Let me show you an easy & fun virtual countdown to class timer. Since my virtual classroom is using Google Meet as our video conferencing tool, I am using AND LOVING this simple tool regularly. So if you are interested in creating a fast, easy, and CUTE class tools countdown timer... you are in the right place. Why Do I Need a Class Timer? First, I love the idea of building up … [Read more...]
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Preparing to Go Virtual: Plan for Success
Let's chat all about how you start preparing to go virtual to plan for success. Many of us feel lost and without clear directions, which is causing stress. Many of us WANT to start planning and prepping but don't know where to start. Preparing to Go Virtual: Back up to Spring First, let me start by telling you that in the Spring, I taught LIVE daily for 45 school days. I taught new … [Read more...]
Simple Ideas for Seesaw Success
Digital learning can be so easy to use and learn through an educational platform called Seesaw. Let me share some simple ideas for Seesaw success. Check out how to make a Seesaw activity. What is Seesaw? Seesaw is described as a "learning loop between students, teachers, and families." It is a great platform that can act as a one-stop for digital learning. It can also easily be used in a … [Read more...]
Reward & Motivate Learners in Digital Learning
Reward & Motivate Learners: Managing a classroom in a classroom is one skill set, but what about managing a digital classroom? Let's talk about some fun and unique ways to reward and motivate learners in a digital learning environment. Before Digital Learning My classroom uses the free site Class Dojo to manage communication, and portfolios, and to reward students for the good choices … [Read more...]
Distance Learning: Easy Tips to Make It Work
Distance learning can make many of us experienced teachers feel like we are brand new teachers and leave many of us craving to help! As a current classroom teacher, I want to share some of our distance learning tips to make it work better. Tip 1: Turn Your Home into a Classroom See if you can take an area of your home into your classroom. My students specifically ASKED me for calendar … [Read more...]
What We Have Learned: Digital Learning Tools
Let's talk about Digital Learning Tools for the classroom. My school is entering our fourth week of digital learning. Since this is the way we will navigate learning until the end of the school year, it is critical that we take a look at what works and what has not worked. Why? We want to share what we have learned while conquering digital learning and dive into the best digital learning … [Read more...]
School Will Remain Closed for the Remainder of the School Year
Today we got the official word; schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year. My mind is racing. My heart is racing. I feel sick. I want to cry and cry hard. This is out of my control. Schools Will Remain Closed for the Remainder of the School Year "Schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school year." It has been a long time since I have felt this sense of … [Read more...]
Assess Students in Distance Learning with ESGI
I can't wait to dive into Assess Students in Distance Learning. I figured out something so cool and so amazing, I am literally using this tool multiple times a day to assess students from a distance. That is right, we can assess students when they are at their homes and you are at your home. Let me show you creative ways to assess students. Assess Students in Distance Learning with ESGI You … [Read more...]
Top 10 Disney Attractions without Height Requirements for Kindergarteners
Are you looking for Disney Attractions without Height Requirements? As a Kindergarten teacher and Disney fan for life, many of you know how often my family travels to Disney to enjoy their parks. Many of you have asked me questions about these parks and what rides little ones can enjoy. I asked my dear friends as The Magic For Less to get a list together for you. (Don't worry... I worked with them … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk About Rigor and Speed in Kindergarten
Let's talk about the difference between speed and rigor in the Kindergarten classroom. There seems to be a big push to move the Kindergarten curriculum faster, more rigorous, and to squeeze in more content. The goal is to get little learners to read more sooner and complete math quicker. Why are we in a hurry? What is the rush? Let's Talk About Rigor and Speed in Kindergarten In recent years, … [Read more...]
Squirrel’s New Year’s Resolution Printables
Start the New Year with Squirrel's New Year's Resolution To start the New Year with a bang, I suggest using the fun book Squirrel's New Year's Resolution. (You can grab it here on Amazon.) It is such a fun way to talk about resolutions in a way that little learners can understand. Integrating holidays and ELA is such a great use of time in the classroom. This sweet book is about a Squirrel … [Read more...]
Schedule Cards EDITABLE
Schedule Cards EDITABLE: This is a set of EDITABLE schedule cards. You will get TWO sets of cards, one to edit times and another to edit times and names. This pack contains many schedule cards for you to use, 9 pages worth! Images Include: (remember YOU can edit the names) Morning Work Phonics Daily 5, Reading Time Specials Math Science and Social Studies Lunch Calendar & … [Read more...]