It is amazing to think about the speed at which kindergarten students develop foundational literacy skills. At the heart of this progress is research-based, data-driven instruction. In this post, I’m going to share some tips for gathering data for instructional planning by using syllable assessment in kindergarten.The Importance of Understanding SyllablesIt is very important for early elementary students to understand that words are made up of smaller chunks (syllables). This is a prerequisite ... continue reading...
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Sneezy the Snowman Read Aloud Lessons
One of the greatest joys in the classroom is seeing students light up as they understand the content. However, it can be stressful to plan lessons that fit the needs of every student in the classroom. Thankfully, interactive read alouds allow teachers to incorporate a fantastic story with high-quality activities. To make planning a bit easier, Sneezy the Snowman Read Aloud Lessons are here to help! What are Interactive Read Alouds? An interactive read ... continue reading...
Math Centers for Numbers to 100
Learning how to work with numbers can be stressful to students. Often, this is due to how many numbers there are and all of the different skills to learn. However, math is everywhere in life, so it is vital for students to have a strong understanding. To build this understanding in a stress-free environment, the Number to 100 Math Centers will be incredibly beneficial! These centers will help ensure that when working on numbers to 100, students are supported through enjoyable yet rigorous ... continue reading...
Skill Review to Engage
Teachers are continuously developing fun ways for skill review. For instance, playing various games is an exciting way to review content. Additionally, allowing students to create projects is a creative way to show all they’ve learned. However, both of these strategies may have been used throughout the year. Now, there is nothing wrong with repeating these activities! However, using something new is the perfect way to help students focus as the year winds down! Thus, turning students into ... continue reading...
The Invisible Boy Read Aloud Activities & Lesson Plans for K-2
The Invisible Boy read aloud. Reading comprehension lesson plans with student response activities. Vocabulary, grammar, sentence study, and a craft, too! The Invisible Boy Activities The Invisible Boy, written by Trudy Ludwig, is a touching story about a little boy named Brian. Brian is a quiet student and his classmates don't notice him much. Justin, a new student, is introduced to the class and things seem to turn around for Brian. This is an excellent story to read at any time ... continue reading...
August Centers for Kindergarten & First Grade
Are you already thinking about what activities to use when school is back in session? I know I am! Honestly, the first few weeks can be tough since students need time to adjust to the classroom and learning environment. The activities selected need to show students how much fun their classroom is while also supporting the learning needs of all students. Thankfully, August centers for Kindergarten & First Grade will be engaging and educational! Students will be so excited to start a new ... continue reading...
Initial Sounds Activities for Phonological Awareness
David Kilpatrick said, “Phonological and Phoneme Awareness is the foundation upon which all the other layers of literacy are built.” Honestly, this quote does an incredible job of explaining the importance of phonological awareness. Since it is the foundational layer for students to read and write, it is essential for students to work on these skills from a young age. Teachers know this importance and work hard to create enjoyable activities. Thankfully, the Initial Sounds Activities for ... continue reading...
Stellaluna Read-Aloud
Listening to a read-aloud is often the most exciting part of the day for students. They love sitting together and listening to their teacher read a fantastic book. Honestly, this is one of the calmest parts of the day. However, it can also be one of the most educational! With the Read Aloud Lesson Plans, students can enjoy amazing stories while working on engaging activities. For instance, they can enjoy the Stellaluna read-aloud and dive into their standards. Students will love the story and ... continue reading...
Tips for Building Community in Kindergarten
It’s always so exciting to welcome a brand-new group of kindergarten students at the beginning of the school year. The way you welcome your students can set the tone for the rest of the year. This is especially true when it comes to creating a feeling of community in your classroom. In this post, I’m going to share some tips for building community in kindergarten. I’ll also share one of my favorite community-building activities for the beginning of the year!5 Tips for Building Community in ... continue reading...
Book Talk Tuesday: Nelly Gnu and Daddy Too
What do you do when you have a big box? In this heartwarming story Nelly Gnu and her dad make a beautiful playhouse out of the box. This beautiful book takes you through the process step by step as Nelly and her daddy make the playhouse. (this would be a great mentor text for procedural writing) When Nellie and her dad go to the store to buy paint for the playhouse she gets lost. Uh-oh! Thankfully Daddy Gnu is right there to ... continue reading...
Engaging Apple Activities for First Grade
Are you looking for a fun theme to use in your first grade classroom this fall? Apples are always a hit! In this post, I’m going to share some of my favorite apple activities for first grade. These engaging activities will help students in first grade (and even kindergarten) practice a variety of important skills with a fun seasonal twist!10 Apple Activities for First GradeThese apple activities are great stand-alone activities for your fall lesson plans but they can also be used as a cohesive ... continue reading...
Teaching Beginning Sounds in Kindergarten
In order for young students to become skilled readers, they need to have a strong foundation in phonological awareness. One of these early skills is to identify initial sounds in words. In this post, I’m going to share some tips, ideas, and low-prep resources for teaching beginning sounds in kindergarten.The Importance of Teaching Beginning SoundsAs young kindergarten students begin the journey to becoming skilled readers, one of the first steps is for them to understand that words are made up ... continue reading...
CVC Centers for Kindergarten: Digital and Print
As young students learn how to decode CVC words, it’s important for them to get as much repetition as possible with this developing skill. One way to keep students engaged in this repetition is to use a variety of different CVC practice activities. In this post, I’m going to share some fun CVC centers for kindergarten that you can use for daily phonics practice in your classroom.The Benefits of Combining Digital and Print for CentersThe CVC centers I’m highlighting in this post are digital ... continue reading...
Halloween Activities for Kindergarten
October can be an interesting month in the kindergarten classroom! You feel like you’re hitting your stride with the daily learning routine and then realize a much-loved holiday is just around the corner. As your students daydream about their costumes and trick-or-treating plans, it can be difficult to keep them engaged in learning activities! You can use these fun Halloween activities for kindergarten to embrace the season and bring some extra engagement to your classroom this October.Engaging ... continue reading...
Reindeer Activities for Kindergarten
December is always a fun, but very busy, month in the kindergarten classroom! Students are eager to have some seasonal fun but they also need to sharpen up their academic skills before the long break. It can be a little difficult to find engaging seasonal activities that are not related to Christmas. This is when a reindeer unit can be helpful solution! These reindeer activities for kindergarten can keep your students engaged with seasonal content while practicing important skills.8 Engaging ... continue reading...
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