Have you been using STEM challenges in your kindergarten class? I have and wow it’s made a huge impact with my kids. I didn’t really know much about STEM so I did a little research first. I discovered the engineering design process – it sounds intimidating but it’s actually what
Kindergarten teachers are never done. That’s because our kids remain “our kids” long after they move on. We are totally invested in their success, as if they are our “school sons” and “school daughters.” We want them to do well even after they leave us—especially after they leave us! So,
The more I see, the more I realize the importance of transitions. For students — and of course for their parents and teachers — the transition to Kindergarten is one of the iconic moments in life. In the world of K-to-12, it all begins with K! Now is the time
Things that beep and flash and go forward and backwards and turn are fun. Imagine combining all that fun with education? Bee Bots do just that. A Bee Bot is a small, rechargeable, programmable robot. Bee Bots are less than $100 — which makes them perfect for a Donors Choose
It’s obvious that we’re in a digital age. It’s a new age of reason — taken to what would have been seen as unimaginable heights just a few years ago! Everyone wants digital resources. Superintendents, principals, parents, students — and, of course, teachers. So, how do you go about it?
We may be uncertain about educational technology — but our students aren’t! Our students are coming to us having already mastered digital devices. Next time you are in the grocery store or out to dinner notice how many children are using tablets. It’s our job to provide technology that is
We have iPads in our classroom. You may even have a whole cart of ipads. They’re a perfect size for our students. They are naturally drawn to this technology. The question is: What do we do with these things? It would be a shame to use them only as a
Let me guess? Your district wants you to come up with ideas to integrate technology into your classroom. You received a cart full of Ipads or Chromebooks for your kindergarten class but other than a couple of free web sites you have no idea what to do with them.
Teaching handwriting to kindergarten students can be challenging. Beginning writers need to not only identify letters, they need to be able to write letters automatically and with fluency. Teaching handwriting is so important in kindergarten because it’s a strong predictor of quality writing in the upper grades. There is extensive research that
I have been making Gingerbread houses with my kids for years. I would spend $50 on frosting, graham crackers, gumdrops, licorice, peppermint candy, ugh the list went on and on. I saved milk cartons from luch and splashed myself as I spent an entire planning period washing those cartons. Then
Trust me, I’ve been there. You’re so excited to get started on Google Classroom, you have amazing resources you want to share, your admin wants you to use it……… but the kids take FOREVER to log in. #thestruggleisreal!!! I have good news for you! I have also struggled with this
Knowing your students’ level of phonemic awareness helps you to easily determine the next step in learning to read.
