Activities to Teach the Alphabet in Kindergarten
Looking for activities to teach the alphabet in kindergarten so students build the foundations of reading? YES! Keep reading for tips and ideas to support teaching letters & sounds so they...
View ArticleSound Wall Instructional Tips
You’ve transitioned from a word wall to a sound wall and now you’re wondering how to maximize this tool in your classroom. Make the most impact by using the sound wall as an instructional tool to fuel...
View ArticleSupporting Science of Reading at Home
We know that the relationship between home and school is an important one to cultivate. We also know that the Science of Reading is shifting the way we teach students to read. Families want to support...
View ArticleDecodable Readers in Small Groups
Decodable readers are a vital piece in supporting phonics instruction in your classroom. Using decodable readers during small groups will allow your students the opportunity to apply the specific...
View ArticleTips on Planning for a Sub
It can feel overwhelming to miss a day of school. You have plans to create, resources to pull, and all of this is on top of your regular planning and prepping. We have created a list of helpful ideas...
View ArticleUltimate Sub Plans Bundle
Feeling under the weather? Needing a personal day? Don’t let planning for a sub keep you from taking care of yourself or your family. Simply Kinder is here to remove the stress of planning for a sub...
View ArticleSetting Up and Managing a Writing Center
An engaging and purposeful writing center is possible in your kindergarten classroom. Implementing a writing center will reinforce the writing skills that are you learning in class through creativity...
View ArticleCelebrating the 100th Day of School
Making it to the 100th day of school is a big deal in kindergarten. Celebrating is a must and encouraged! Whether you make it an all-day long party or keep it simple with 1-2 fun activities; we’ve got...
View ArticleStrategies for Struggling Readers
Do your young learners struggle with reading? Curious about small, but powerful shifts you can make in the way you teach reading? Intimidated about dipping your toes into the water of change? If this...
View ArticleLeap Year Classroom Ideas
Are you “leaping” with excitement to celebrate the leap year in your classroom? Take advantage of an extra day in February to create memorable moments with your students. Check out these leap year...
View ArticleKindergarten Round Up Tips
Kindergarten Round Up is a big deal for new students and their families. They are anxious to learn about their new school and excited to make their debut. These students will soon be attending a...
View ArticleLeap Year Videos for Kids
Looking for teacher-approved and kid-tested Leap Year videos? You’ve come to the right place! Teach students about this important day with the engaging leap year videos for kids below! Make sure to...
View ArticleScience of Reading Literacy Center Ideas for Kindergarten
Literacy centers are an important part of a kindergarten classroom and should engage students in meaningful practice and application. Giving students hands on practice during literacy centers will...
View ArticleMath Center Ideas for Kindergarten
There are many benefits to including small group math centers into your daily schedule. Math centers are a great way to reinforce math concepts and allow hands on practice for students. Teachers can...
View ArticleSolar Eclipse 2024 Ideas for the Classroom
A solar eclipse will take place on April 8, 2024, and this is a unique opportunity for engaging science exploration. Introduce your students to the basics of a solar eclipse with informative videos...
View ArticleSimple SoR Classroom Shifts
Change is constant in education but can often feel intimidating. One positive change impacting education is how we are teaching kids to read. You may be wondering where to begin as you align your...
View ArticleDecodable Readers in Small Groups
Decodable readers are a vital piece in supporting phonics instruction in your classroom. Using decodable readers during small groups will allow your students the opportunity to apply the specific...
View ArticleTips on Planning for a Sub
It can feel overwhelming to miss a day of school. You have plans to create, resources to pull, and all of this is on top of your regular planning and prepping. We have created a list of helpful ideas...
View ArticleUltimate Sub Plans Bundle
Feeling under the weather? Needing a personal day? Don’t let planning for a sub keep you from taking care of yourself or your family. Simply Kinder is here to remove the stress of planning for a sub...
View ArticleEclipse Glasses with Paper Plate
If you are watching the next solar eclipse with your students, adding an extra layer of protection alongside those eclipse safety glasses may be necessary! Keep reading to learn how to make them and...
View Article
More Pages to Explore .....