Are you teaching about US Presidents and Presidents' Day soon? We have help ready to go to help Kindergarteners and First Graders learn about Washington, Lincoln, and so much more. Let's dive into Presidents Day Activities for Kindergarten. Covering Presidents Day Activities for Kindergarten Let's begin with what standards many teachers cover when they begin to teach about US Presidents and … [Read more...]
8 Delightful Valentine’s Day Class Party Ideas
Check out some delightful Valentine's Day Class Party Ideas that take little prep and pack a huge amount of enjoyment in your little learners. After all, teachers have a lot on their plates and we want to help take things off instead of adding things on. And many of us need Valentine's Day class party game ideas. Delightful Valentine's Day Class Party Structure Over the years, I have found … [Read more...]
Engaging Valentine’s Activities in Kindergarten
If you are looking for Engaging Valentine's Activities in Kindergarten and fun activities for Valentine's Day to drive learning fun in your classroom, you are in the right place. We will walk you through some new and super engaging Valentine's activities that are ideal for your little learners. Sounding Out Words One simple activity that little learners need to work on repeatedly is … [Read more...]
Simple & Fun SweeTart Heart Math
You will love this SweeTart Heart Math. Who says we can't sneak learning into every moment? Even on Valentine's Day, even with candy, we can get our little learners engaged in amazing math activities to stimulate tons of math skills. Best yet... this is something you can download absolutely free. SweeTart Heart Math Printables First, all of these math activities can be used with SweeTart hearts. … [Read more...]
Engaging Valentine’s Math Activity for Kindergarten
Our heart is full of math! How about you? I can't wait to share with you that this engaging Valentine's math Activity for Kindergarten is a winner. My favorite kind of math is hands-on, differentiated, and engaging all at the same time. I love it even more when I can create a themed activity because my learners RUN and JUMP to "work" at this center. Let me show you how I created this activity and … [Read more...]
100th Day of School in Kindergarten
Today was our 100th day of school in Kindergarten! To celebrate the 100th day, we have a blast with the number 100 in as many ways as possible and across as many subjects as we can get. Check out some of our adventures today. My little learners were greeted by this fun banner reminding them that they are indeed 100 days smarter. I took this picture at the end of the day and only ONE streamer was … [Read more...]
Books for Groundhogs Day and Lights and Shadows
Books for Groundhogs Day: Groundhogs Day can be a tricky time of year to find good quality resources to discuss groundhogs and lights and shadows. I have compiled a list of Fiction Books, Non-Fiction Books, and books to cover lights and shadows. And of course, there is a printable copy you can grab as well. First, let me say that this list is a resource guide. Look at your school library, your … [Read more...]
Simple & Meaningful US Symbols Printables
US Symbols Printables: One of my favorite themes to discuss is US Symbols with my awesome little learners. Let's talk about some simple and meaningful US Symbols that include US Symbols Printables. It is such a fun unit to integrate across many subject areas. I teach this unit directly after I teach about Presidents since there is a direct tie into each other. First, we start the week by … [Read more...]
More Lights and Shadows FUN!
Hi friends! I am beyond blessed to have a guest blog post on Marsha's blog all about Lights and Shadows. Head over there to read all about it by clicking here. And then head back here to talk about Light Table Fun, Shadow Dancing, and more! We talked a lot about things that make light and do not make light for the first few days of these lesson plans. I did a quick check of my little … [Read more...]
Groundhog Day Activities for Kindergarten
Groundhog Day Activities for Kindergarten: Next week marks the arrival of Groundhog Day! If you're searching for engaging activities for Kindergarten students on this special occasion, look no further. I, too, am preparing for it in advance. How about you? I understand that finding the time to organize everything can be challenging. Personally, I find that planning lessons for science and social … [Read more...]
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Rose
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Rose: Check out this teacher's favorite book, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Rose book by Lucille Colandro. And because so many of you guys have asked for an Old Lady Rose sequencing sheet. Keep reading to check out some learning activities using this book that is perfect for Valentine's Day. Grab the Book There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a … [Read more...]
MLK Jr. Lesson in Kindergarten
MLK Jr. Lesson for Kindergarteners It is typical in Kindergarten to teach about the US Holiday, and that includes teaching about MLK Jr. Let's talk about books, activities, and lesson plans to teach MLK Jr. Lesson for Kindergarteners to understand. And yes this can be used for a 1st grade Martin Luther King Jr lesson, too. Use Great Books on Martin Luther King, Jr. First, let me share … [Read more...]