Managing math and reading center rotations in kindergarten and first grade can be a challenge. With so many activities happening at once, it’s important to have a system that keeps everything running smoothly. That’s where editable tools like my Digital Editable Center Rotation Boards and 90 Editable Math & Literacy Station Signs come in handy….
How to Use Elkonin Boxes in Kindergarten: Fun Ways to Practice Phoneme Segmentation Elkonin boxes are a powerful tool for helping young learners develop phonemic awareness and practice phoneme segmentation, crucial skills in learning to read. By guiding students through the process of breaking words into their individual sounds, Elkonin boxes allow children to “see”…
How to Set Up a Classroom Writing Center: Essential Tips for Success Creating a classroom writing center is a fantastic way to encourage young learners in kindergarten, first grade, or second grade classrooms to express themselves creatively while building essential writing skills. Whether you’re setting up a permanent space or a flexible station, having the…
If you’re looking for a way to make writing time exciting for your kindergarten and first-grade students, you’re in the right place! Building Silly Sentences is a fun writing activity that helps students practice sentence structure while letting their imaginations run wild. In this post, I’ll walk you through how to use this product in…
Supporting Struggling Readers with Engaging Sight Word Activities If you’re looking for creative ways to support students struggling with sight word identification, these engaging first grade sight word fluency passages activities are designed to make practicing sight words both effective and fun. Whether you’re working with small groups or during your RTI (Response to Intervention)…
Boost Sight Word Fluency with Engaging Activities If you’re looking for creative ways to support your students struggling with sight word identification, these engaging kindergarten sight word activity sheets are designed to make intervention fun and meaningful. Whether you’re working with students during small groups or your RTI (Response to Intervention) block, this weekly routine…
Building Confidence Through Structured Letter Sound Recognition Activities Mastering letter sounds is a critical step in early literacy, but some students need extra support to build this skill. A structured, systematic routine can make a significant difference for these learners. According to research, students thrive when they know what to expect; clear routines promote independence…
Teaching Letter Identification to Struggling Students Do you ever struggle with how to teach letter identification to your kindergarten students? Teaching letter identification can be challenging, especially for students who need extra support. That’s why I’ve created a systematic step-by-step guide on how to teach letter identification for struggling students. These letter identification lessons will…
Do you find yourself longing to foster a love for writing in your kindergarten, first, or second grade classroom? Setting up a classroom writing center for your K-2 classroom, coming up with new writing center activities, and maintaining consistency can be challenging, to say the least. These struggles can leave even the most experienced teachers…
As the end of the school year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the journey you and your students have embarked upon together. Amidst the flurry of wrapping up lessons and preparing for the summer break, don’t forget to take a moment to celebrate the achievements, growth, and milestones your students have reached throughout the year.