If you use Desire2Learn, embedding activities is a great way for students to practice skills at home with their families. Boom cards are interactive slide decks that are self-correcting and often have audio instructions,...
Hello, exhausted teachers. We’re almost there. Here are some ideas for Christmas centres for your last few days of school. We’re keeping it simple here! Decorate a Christmas tree with loose parts, such as...
It’s not easy to write a fresh take on a children’s Christmas story but this week’s story is a new idea that sounds like an old classic. This book (affiliate link) delves into the...
The countdown to Christmas is on and we are decorating our tree. This week’s story is a great procedural text that describes the choosing and decorating of a Christmas tree. Enjoy the story, “Pick...
This week’s Favourite Books Friday is about books that talk about the feeling of anger. Every day, kindergarten teachers are faced with a wide range of emotions from their students. Teaching students to recognize...
What are the 3 most important things we teach in September in Kindergarten? Belonging, routines, and expectations. Once those foundations are built, students are ready to tackle deeper learning. At the beginning of the...
This week’s Favourite Books Friday is about books that talk about the season of fall, or autumn. September 22nd is the first day of fall. Tip: These books are available on Amazon.ca for quick...
As the school year starts and we get to know each other, learning to recognize names is one of the first skills we teach and I have some recommendations for great books about names....
Lola Goes to School is a great story for showing your new Kindergartener what it will be like, going to school on the first day. Snuggle up and listen to the story together and...
This week’s Favourite Books Friday is about books that promote belonging. I hope you find it helpful! Books are a great way to explore feelings and emotions. They can help us understand the world...
