Best Winter Clothing for Kids
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but these winter clothes for kids are delightful!
Forming the Letters of the Alphabet
Learning to form the letters of the alphabet takes time and repetition. It used to be common practice to teach a letter each week and practice printing the letter in a booklet of tracing...
Storytime Saturday: Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn
It’s official! Cozy season is here! As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, this is the perfect picture book to usher in the new season. This beautifully illustrated story takes young...
Favourite Books Friday: Books about Thankfulness and Gratitude
It’s Thanksgiving time, and many of us are reflecting on what we’re grateful for. It’s the time we’re focusing on feeling thankful for all that we have, as well as finding ways to give...
Harnessing the Power of the “Notice and Name” Strategy in the Classroom
Introducing the “Notice and Name” Strategy In the classroom, it’s easy to overlook just how powerful simple observations can be. “Notice and Name” is a teaching strategy that taps into this power by helping...
Teaching Young Children about Indigenous Peoples
I am an elementary school teacher in Ontario, Canada. I am not an Indigenous person. For many reasons I don’t feel as though I should speak for Indigenous peoples, so I try to share...
How I Travel with ONLY a Free Personal Item
Video Transcript: Here’s what I pack for 3 weeks in Europe in only a personal item. In the first packing cube I have a light sweater, pajamas, swimsuit, dress, 6 pairs of socks and...
ABC Countdown to the Last Day of School: Letter Zz is Zero Days Left Day
Letter Zz is for Zero Days Left Day (or Zany Day)! “Zero Days Left Day” can be a fantastic way to celebrate the last day of school in Kindergarten. This special day can be...
ABC Countdown to the Last Day of School: Letter Yy is Yellow Day
Letter Yy is for Yellow Day! Yellow Day in Kindergarten is a cheerful and vibrant way to celebrate colors and incorporate learning activities related to the color yellow. Here are ten fun and educational...
ABC Countdown to the Last Day of School: Letter Xx is eXciting Day
Letter Xx is for eXciting Day! An “Exciting Day” in Kindergarten is a great way to create memorable experiences filled with joy, curiosity, and fun! Here are ten dynamic and engaging activities to make...
